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Arizona's program assistant roles span federal agencies, universities, and research institutions, with major employers including the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Banner Health. Phoenix and Tucson drive most hiring activity. International candidates with relevant degrees regularly find visa sponsorship opportunities across healthcare, education, and government-adjacent sectors in the state.
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Get Access To All JobsServe with the City of Phoenix – Housing Department as a part of the HandsOn VISTA Team!
ABOUT THE SITE AND THE ROLE: See ‘Members Duties’ below.
ABOUT HandsOn Greater Phoenix: For nearly 30 years, HandsOn Greater Phoenix has worked with nonprofits, Title I schools, neighborhood associations and government entities to assess and meet the volunteer needs of the Greater Phoenix area. The HandsOn VISTA program supports members at multiple placement sites across the valley. Our VISTA members enable our community service partners to expand capacity and build infrastructure by creating the processes and tools needed to effectively access and utilize valuable resources. HandsOn VISTA members will improve capacity for leading communities during and beyond their terms of service by developing their knowledge, skills, and abilities related to volunteering, civic engagement, and other areas. In addition to the site-specific work of the individual role all of our VISTA members: participate in 2 AmeriCorps of Service, learn from projects at 2 HandsOn community service days, attend monthly VISTA team trainings with the other HandsOn VISTA members, and monthly community volunteering project opportunities.
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS TO THIS POSITION ARE BEING CONSIDERED ON A ROLLING BASIS. PLEASE APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE FOR BEST CONSIDERATION. VISIT https://www.handsonphoenix.org/beaVISTA FOR MORE INFORMATION. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.
Member Duties: Join the City of Phoenix – Housing Department & help to replace distressed public housing with high-quality mixed-income housing that is well-managed & responsive to the needs of the surrounding neighborhood! HUD residents of some Choice Neighborhood developments experienced reduced neighborhood poverty & significant increases in income. The applicant will support environmental efforts taking place alongside Choice Neighborhoods programs. You will do this by developing internal tools for trash & recycling education campaigns for target neighborhoods, creating environmental stewardship volunteer programming frameworks, & create toolbanks that provide resources for community groups to independently identify & apply for funding opportunities for environmental projects. The future member should have the ability to be adaptable, patient & demonstrate self-motivation & initiative. English-Spanish Bilingual preferred &/or have a knowledge on the digital divide but is not required.
Program Benefits:
- Relocation Allowance
- Training
- Living Allowance
- Health Coverage*
- Stipend
- Education award upon successful completion of service
- Childcare assistance if eligible
-
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
-
For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
Terms Permits attendance at school during off hours, Car recommended, Permits working at another job during off hours.
Service Areas Children/Youth, Public Safety, Housing, Homelessness, Environment, Community and Economic Development, Community Outreach, Health, Neighborhood Revitalization.
Skills
- Communications
- Leadership
- Fund raising/Grant Writing
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Work
- Social Services
- Community Organization
- Urban Planning
- Environment
- Computers/Technology
- Recruitment
- Public Speaking
Summary
Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA
Program HandsOn AmeriCorps VISTA Environmental Programs Assistant
Program Start/End Date 05/04/2026 - 05/04/2027
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level College graduate
Age Requirement Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations ARIZONA Phoenix/Mesa
Languages English
Accepting Applications From 02/09/2026 To 05/08/2026
Contact
Epiphany Jones
1125 E Southern Ave
Mesa AZ 85204
6238886389
epiphany@handsonphoenix.org
https://www.handsonphoenix.org/beavista
Listing ID 125499
Serve with the City of Phoenix – Housing Department as a part of the HandsOn VISTA Team!
ABOUT THE SITE AND THE ROLE: See ‘Members Duties’ below.
ABOUT HandsOn Greater Phoenix: For nearly 30 years, HandsOn Greater Phoenix has worked with nonprofits, Title I schools, neighborhood associations and government entities to assess and meet the volunteer needs of the Greater Phoenix area. The HandsOn VISTA program supports members at multiple placement sites across the valley. Our VISTA members enable our community service partners to expand capacity and build infrastructure by creating the processes and tools needed to effectively access and utilize valuable resources. HandsOn VISTA members will improve capacity for leading communities during and beyond their terms of service by developing their knowledge, skills, and abilities related to volunteering, civic engagement, and other areas. In addition to the site-specific work of the individual role all of our VISTA members: participate in 2 AmeriCorps of Service, learn from projects at 2 HandsOn community service days, attend monthly VISTA team trainings with the other HandsOn VISTA members, and monthly community volunteering project opportunities.
PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS TO THIS POSITION ARE BEING CONSIDERED ON A ROLLING BASIS. PLEASE APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE FOR BEST CONSIDERATION. VISIT https://www.handsonphoenix.org/beaVISTA FOR MORE INFORMATION. Further help on this page can be found by clicking here.
Member Duties: Join the City of Phoenix – Housing Department & help to replace distressed public housing with high-quality mixed-income housing that is well-managed & responsive to the needs of the surrounding neighborhood! HUD residents of some Choice Neighborhood developments experienced reduced neighborhood poverty & significant increases in income. The applicant will support environmental efforts taking place alongside Choice Neighborhoods programs. You will do this by developing internal tools for trash & recycling education campaigns for target neighborhoods, creating environmental stewardship volunteer programming frameworks, & create toolbanks that provide resources for community groups to independently identify & apply for funding opportunities for environmental projects. The future member should have the ability to be adaptable, patient & demonstrate self-motivation & initiative. English-Spanish Bilingual preferred &/or have a knowledge on the digital divide but is not required.
Program Benefits:
- Relocation Allowance
- Training
- Living Allowance
- Health Coverage*
- Stipend
- Education award upon successful completion of service
- Childcare assistance if eligible
-
Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
-
For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
Terms Permits attendance at school during off hours, Car recommended, Permits working at another job during off hours.
Service Areas Children/Youth, Public Safety, Housing, Homelessness, Environment, Community and Economic Development, Community Outreach, Health, Neighborhood Revitalization.
Skills
- Communications
- Leadership
- Fund raising/Grant Writing
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Work
- Social Services
- Community Organization
- Urban Planning
- Environment
- Computers/Technology
- Recruitment
- Public Speaking
Summary
Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA
Program HandsOn AmeriCorps VISTA Environmental Programs Assistant
Program Start/End Date 05/04/2026 - 05/04/2027
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level College graduate
Age Requirement Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations ARIZONA Phoenix/Mesa
Languages English
Accepting Applications From 02/09/2026 To 05/08/2026
Contact
Epiphany Jones
1125 E Southern Ave
Mesa AZ 85204
6238886389
epiphany@handsonphoenix.org
https://www.handsonphoenix.org/beavista
Listing ID 125499
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Which companies sponsor visas for program assistants in Arizona?
Universities are among the most active sponsors for program assistant roles in Arizona, with Arizona State University and the University of Arizona filing H-1B petitions regularly for administrative and program support positions. Banner Health, Dignity Health, and various federal contractors in the Phoenix metro also have documented sponsorship histories. Nonprofit organizations and government-adjacent agencies round out the sponsorship pool, particularly in Tucson and Tempe.
Which visa types are most common for program assistant roles in Arizona?
The H-1B is the most common visa for program assistant roles that require a related bachelor's degree, such as positions in public health, education administration, or social services. J-1 exchange visitor status appears frequently at Arizona universities for short-term program support roles. TN visas are available to Canadian and Mexican nationals whose program assistant work aligns with a qualifying USMCA occupation category.
Which cities in Arizona have the most program assistant sponsorship jobs?
Phoenix accounts for the largest share of program assistant sponsorship activity in Arizona, driven by its concentration of hospital systems, federal offices, and corporate headquarters. Tucson follows, anchored by the University of Arizona and affiliated research programs. Tempe and Scottsdale also generate consistent openings, particularly through ASU's campuses and the surrounding tech and nonprofit sectors.
How to find program assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Arizona?
Migrate Mate filters program assistant jobs specifically by visa sponsorship status, so you can browse Arizona openings without sorting through employers who don't sponsor. The platform surfaces roles at universities, health systems, and government contractors across Phoenix, Tucson, and Tempe. Filtering by role and state on Migrate Mate gives international candidates a targeted list rather than a broad, unfiltered search.
Are there state-specific considerations for program assistant sponsorship jobs in Arizona?
Arizona's large public university system creates a consistent pipeline for program assistant roles with sponsorship, particularly for candidates with backgrounds in education, public health, or research administration. Employers filing H-1B petitions must meet Department of Labor prevailing wage requirements for the specific metro area, which differ between Phoenix and Tucson. Roles tied to federally funded programs or grants tend to have more structured sponsorship processes.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored program assistant jobs in Arizona?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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