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Public Policy Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the Social Science category, covering professionals who shape legislation, regulatory strategy, and government affairs. Canadian citizens can secure TN status at the border or a U.S. port of entry, while Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate. A job offer from a U.S. employer is required.
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Location:
Washington D.C.
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Code:
A117183
About the Team
The Global Public Policy team’s work spans a broad and diverse range of functions and work streams, including government affairs and government relations; policy, product, and issue area expertise; risk and crisis management and mitigation; outreach, coalitions, and partnerships; and philanthropy. The mission of the Global Public Policy team is to prevent, manage, and mitigate political, legislative, and regulatory threats and to promote a political, legislative, and regulatory environment that supports growth and innovation for our business.
Responsibilities
- Cultivate, maintain, and leverage high-level relationships with federal policymakers, legislative bodies, and key opinion leaders to advance TikTok's narrative and policy goals.
- Serve as a strategic partner to internal stakeholders, including Legal, Communications, and Product teams, providing expert counsel on public policy matters to shape the development of compliant and community-first products and services.
- Champion policy positions that protect the TikTok user community and drive commercial success, utilizing advanced negotiation skills to influence external stakeholders and build consensus on complex issues.
- Proactively identify, monitor, and analyze emerging policy trends and legislative proposals to forecast potential business risks and develop comprehensive mitigation strategies.
- Distill complex policy issues into authoritative briefing papers, consultation responses, and compelling internal narratives that articulate the company's position to leadership and external officials.
- Architect and execute robust engagement strategies to address critical issues facing TikTok, ensuring alignment between business needs and the creator community’s interests.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, International Affairs, Government, Public Affairs, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- 5+ years of experience in Public Policy, Government Relations, or Legislative Affairs, with a specific focus on technology policy
- Deep experience working within the legislative ecosystem, including Capitol Hill, Federal Agencies, or a White House Administration
- Ability to independently draft authoritative briefing papers and distill complex issues into compelling narratives for leadership
- Proven track record of influencing cross-functional outcomes and navigating relationships in a matrixed environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Direct legislative drafting experience
Compensation Description (Annually) - Washington, DC
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is 178200 - 330480 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TikTok Accommodation
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at
https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
Federal Public Policy Manager
Location:
Washington D.C.
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Code:
A117183
About the Team
The Global Public Policy team’s work spans a broad and diverse range of functions and work streams, including government affairs and government relations; policy, product, and issue area expertise; risk and crisis management and mitigation; outreach, coalitions, and partnerships; and philanthropy. The mission of the Global Public Policy team is to prevent, manage, and mitigate political, legislative, and regulatory threats and to promote a political, legislative, and regulatory environment that supports growth and innovation for our business.
Responsibilities
- Cultivate, maintain, and leverage high-level relationships with federal policymakers, legislative bodies, and key opinion leaders to advance TikTok's narrative and policy goals.
- Serve as a strategic partner to internal stakeholders, including Legal, Communications, and Product teams, providing expert counsel on public policy matters to shape the development of compliant and community-first products and services.
- Champion policy positions that protect the TikTok user community and drive commercial success, utilizing advanced negotiation skills to influence external stakeholders and build consensus on complex issues.
- Proactively identify, monitor, and analyze emerging policy trends and legislative proposals to forecast potential business risks and develop comprehensive mitigation strategies.
- Distill complex policy issues into authoritative briefing papers, consultation responses, and compelling internal narratives that articulate the company's position to leadership and external officials.
- Architect and execute robust engagement strategies to address critical issues facing TikTok, ensuring alignment between business needs and the creator community’s interests.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, International Affairs, Government, Public Affairs, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- 5+ years of experience in Public Policy, Government Relations, or Legislative Affairs, with a specific focus on technology policy
- Deep experience working within the legislative ecosystem, including Capitol Hill, Federal Agencies, or a White House Administration
- Ability to independently draft authoritative briefing papers and distill complex issues into compelling narratives for leadership
- Proven track record of influencing cross-functional outcomes and navigating relationships in a matrixed environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Direct legislative drafting experience
Compensation Description (Annually) - Washington, DC
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is 178200 - 330480 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
TikTok Accommodation
TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at
https://tinyurl.com/RA-request
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Public Policy Manager
Align your credentials to Social Science
TN classification for Public Policy Managers falls under the Social Science category, which requires a degree in political science, economics, sociology, or a related field. A policy-focused MBA alone may not satisfy the requirement without a relevant undergraduate credential.
Target employers with government affairs teams
Focus your search on corporations with dedicated government relations or public affairs divisions, think tanks, and trade associations. These employers have standing relationships with immigration counsel and understand TN sponsorship for policy professionals better than general corporate HR teams.
Negotiate visa support letter into your offer timeline
Your employer will prepare a support letter to accompany your TN application. If you're Canadian, plan to present this letter at the U.S. border or port of entry. If you're Mexican, your employer will submit the support letter with your application at a U.S. consulate. Build at least ten business days into your start date negotiation to allow time for document preparation and processing before your port-of-entry or consular TN application.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsoring employers
Search for Public Policy Manager roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with active TN and H-1B sponsorship history. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to organizations whose HR teams have never navigated TN classification for policy roles.
Prepare a detailed support letter for your interview
Mexican citizens applying at a U.S. consulate should ensure their employer provides a letter specifying your job duties, your degree field, and how the role meets the Social Science occupational category. Vague letters are the most common reason consular officers ask for additional evidence.
Document cross-border policy experience strategically
Canadian and Mexican professionals with experience in USMCA trade policy, binational regulatory affairs, or cross-border government relations should highlight that work explicitly. This experience can differentiate your TN petition when the policy role spans multiple regulatory jurisdictions.
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Find Public Policy Manager JobsPublic Policy Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Public Policy Manager role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, Public Policy Manager positions typically qualify under the TN Social Science category, which covers professionals applying social science principles to policy analysis, regulatory strategy, and legislative affairs. Your degree must be in a recognized social science discipline such as political science, public administration, or economics, and the job duties must reflect that academic foundation.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Public Policy Manager roles?
TN is significantly more practical for this role. There is no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and processing can happen at a U.S. port of entry for Canadian citizens on the day of travel. H-1B selection is random and capped at 85,000 annually. For Mexicans, TN requires a consular appointment but still avoids the H-1B lottery entirely.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that identifies your job title, describes your duties, confirms the position is temporary in nature, and connects your role to the Social Science occupational category. For Canadian citizens at the port of entry, this letter is presented directly to a CBP officer along with your degree credentials.
How can I find Public Policy Manager jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN visa job seekers, letting you filter Public Policy Manager openings by employers with documented sponsorship history. This matters because many policy roles at corporations and nonprofits are open to TN sponsorship but don't advertise it explicitly in their job postings.
Can I switch employers on a TN visa while working in a Public Policy Manager role?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. You cannot start with a new employer until that employer sponsors a new TN on your behalf. Canadian citizens can get a new TN at a U.S. port of entry the day they begin with the new employer. Mexican citizens need to complete a consular appointment first, which requires advance planning around your start date.
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