TN Visa Sales And Business Development Jobs
Sales and business development roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Canadian citizens can secure TN status at the port of entry with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate with a limited annual allocation.
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The Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise (HNFE) invites applications for a calendar year, non-tenure-track collegiate faculty position at the assistant or associate professor level. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in nutrition or a closely related field, with two years or more of experience in dietetics practice being preferred. The Registered Dietitian (RD)/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential is required. Collegiate faculty members have a primary commitment to the instructional mission of the department, including graduate and undergraduate teaching, curricular and program development, and the design and integration of innovative and inclusive pedagogy, including supervised experiential learning in professional work settings. Successful candidates should provide evidence of potential to take a lead role in enhancing curricula and promoting teaching excellence for the Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics (MSND) program. Candidates are also expected to participate in department, college, university, and professional service activities.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The position’s responsibilities are anticipated to be 70% instruction and mentorship, 20% administrative (assistant director of the MSND program), 5% pedagogical scholarship, and 5% service, to include:
- Instruction for multiple MSND and HNFE courses (3 to 4 courses per semester)
- Assisting the MSND director with the general operations of the MSND program (as assistant director of the MSND program)
- Participation in curricular innovation and transformation
- Engagement in the scholarship of teaching and learning in HNFE
- Mentorship of students from diverse backgrounds and identities
- Continuing development of professional capabilities and scholarly activities, including travel to professional conferences; participation in department, college, and university service; and professional service
- Enhancing experiential learning opportunities (i.e., supervised practice) for dietetics graduate students in HNFE
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree in Nutrition (or a closely related field)
- RD/RDN credential
- Demonstrated experience in professional practice, which may include clinical, community, foodservice management, sustainability, extension, agriculture, industry, education or related areas
- Demonstrated experience instructing a broad scope of nutrition and nutrition-related courses
- Demonstrated scholarship and/or leadership (e.g., publications in peer-reviewed journals, presentations at professional meetings, invited presentations, and/or professional leadership roles, etc.)
- Experience in higher education instructional and pedagogical activities, with strong potential for being a leader in the instructional mission
- Excellent communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in online instruction
- Experience with accredited academic or healthcare programs
- Demonstrated mentorship of nutrition and dietetics or other healthcare students
OVERTIME STATUS
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
APPOINTMENT TYPE
Restricted
SALARY INFORMATION
75,000 - 86,000; Commensurate with Experience
HOURS PER WEEK
40
REVIEW DATE
12/04/2026
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
ABOUT VIRGINIA TECH
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Dr. Valisa Hedrick at vrespres@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
INTRODUCTION
The Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise (HNFE) invites applications for a calendar year, non-tenure-track collegiate faculty position at the assistant or associate professor level. Candidates must have a doctoral degree in nutrition or a closely related field, with two years or more of experience in dietetics practice being preferred. The Registered Dietitian (RD)/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential is required. Collegiate faculty members have a primary commitment to the instructional mission of the department, including graduate and undergraduate teaching, curricular and program development, and the design and integration of innovative and inclusive pedagogy, including supervised experiential learning in professional work settings. Successful candidates should provide evidence of potential to take a lead role in enhancing curricula and promoting teaching excellence for the Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics (MSND) program. Candidates are also expected to participate in department, college, university, and professional service activities.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The position’s responsibilities are anticipated to be 70% instruction and mentorship, 20% administrative (assistant director of the MSND program), 5% pedagogical scholarship, and 5% service, to include:
- Instruction for multiple MSND and HNFE courses (3 to 4 courses per semester)
- Assisting the MSND director with the general operations of the MSND program (as assistant director of the MSND program)
- Participation in curricular innovation and transformation
- Engagement in the scholarship of teaching and learning in HNFE
- Mentorship of students from diverse backgrounds and identities
- Continuing development of professional capabilities and scholarly activities, including travel to professional conferences; participation in department, college, and university service; and professional service
- Enhancing experiential learning opportunities (i.e., supervised practice) for dietetics graduate students in HNFE
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctoral degree in Nutrition (or a closely related field)
- RD/RDN credential
- Demonstrated experience in professional practice, which may include clinical, community, foodservice management, sustainability, extension, agriculture, industry, education or related areas
- Demonstrated experience instructing a broad scope of nutrition and nutrition-related courses
- Demonstrated scholarship and/or leadership (e.g., publications in peer-reviewed journals, presentations at professional meetings, invited presentations, and/or professional leadership roles, etc.)
- Experience in higher education instructional and pedagogical activities, with strong potential for being a leader in the instructional mission
- Excellent communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in online instruction
- Experience with accredited academic or healthcare programs
- Demonstrated mentorship of nutrition and dietetics or other healthcare students
OVERTIME STATUS
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
APPOINTMENT TYPE
Restricted
SALARY INFORMATION
75,000 - 86,000; Commensurate with Experience
HOURS PER WEEK
40
REVIEW DATE
12/04/2026
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
ABOUT VIRGINIA TECH
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Dr. Valisa Hedrick at vrespres@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Sales And Business Development
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
TN visa eligibility requires a direct connection between your degree and the sales or business development role. A marketing or business administration degree supports most BD positions, but a mismatch between your credential and the job title triggers denials at the border.
Target companies with recent visa filings
Employers with recent visa filings understand work visa sponsorship processes. Prioritize companies in SaaS, professional services, and manufacturing, where enterprise sales roles routinely require specialized knowledge and a four-year degree.
Request a support letter before the offer closes
Canadian professionals entering at the port of entry need a detailed employer support letter describing the specialty occupation duties, not just the job title. Ask for this letter during final offer negotiation so border processing isn't delayed.
Clarify your quota position as a Mexican national
Mexican TN applicants face an annual cap of 5,500 approvals. If you're approaching year-end, confirm with your employer whether the quota has been reached before scheduling your consulate appointment in Ciudad Juárez or Monterrey.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Searching broadly for sales roles wastes time on companies unfamiliar with TN sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters for employers with TN visa filing history, so your outreach targets decision-makers who already know what's required.
Negotiate TN renewal into your employment agreement
TN status requires employer action at every renewal. Before signing your offer, confirm the company will handle renewal filings through USCIS or border reentry, and get that commitment in writing to avoid gaps in your authorization.
Sales And Business Development TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a sales or business development role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, if the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a field like marketing, business administration, or management and your duties reflect that requirement. Roles focused on relationship management, enterprise sales strategy, or market expansion typically qualify. Roles that could be filled without a degree, such as pure account executive or retail sales positions, often do not.
How does TN compare to H-1B for sales and business development professionals?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and can be obtained in a single day at the port of entry. H-1B visa requires a lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate and a months-long filing process. For Canadian and Mexican sales professionals with a qualifying degree, TN is a faster and more predictable path to U.S. employment.
Which degree fields support a TN application for a business development role?
Business administration, marketing, economics, international trade, and management information systems are the most defensible fields. The key is that your degree field must have a logical connection to the specific duties in your offer letter. A degree in engineering can support a technical sales role if the job description emphasizes technical product knowledge.
How can I find employers who will sponsor my TN visa for a sales or BD role?
Most job postings don't specify TN sponsorship, so targeting companies that have filed TN petitions before saves significant time. Migrate Mate identifies employers with TN visa filing history, letting you direct your applications toward hiring managers already familiar with the sponsorship process rather than educating every recruiter from scratch.
Can I switch employers while on TN status in a sales or business development role?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to your current employer and ends when that employment ends. Canadian nationals can present a new employer support letter at any port of entry for immediate processing. Mexican nationals must schedule a new consulate appointment. You cannot begin work for the new employer until the new TN is approved.