Education Jobs in Massachusetts with Green Card Sponsorship

Massachusetts is one of the strongest states for education Green Card sponsorship, with major universities like Harvard, MIT, and Boston University regularly sponsoring permanent residence for faculty, researchers, and specialized staff. Boston and Cambridge anchor most opportunities, though institutions in Worcester, Amherst, and Springfield also participate. Sponsorship is most common for roles requiring advanced degrees in specialized fields.

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Overview

Open Jobs1,537+
Top Visa TypeGreen Card
Work Type89% On-site
Salary Range$58K – $78K
Top LocationBoston, MA
Most JobsNortheastern University

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Brown University Health
Medical Laboratory Technician II
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Brown University Health
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Medical Laboratory Technician II
Brown University Health
Fall River, Massachusetts
Allied Health
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Laboratory Science
Medical Assistant
$24/hr - $36/hr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Associate's
10,000+

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University of Massachusetts Boston
Simulation Lab Faculty A
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Simulation Lab Faculty A
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, Massachusetts
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Teaching & Instruction
Corporate Training & Learning Development
$91,500/yr - $92,500/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Master's
1,001-5,000

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Boston College
Assistant Director, Student Life
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Boston College
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Assistant Director, Student Life
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
$55,100/yr - $68,900/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Master's
1,001-5,000

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Northeastern University
Associate Director - Technology Ventures
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Northeastern University
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Associate Director - Technology Ventures
Northeastern University
Boston, Massachusetts
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Business Development
Project Management
Program Management
$76,335 - $107,823/yr
On-Site
Master's

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Clark University
Assistant Director of the Clark Fund
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Clark University
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Assistant Director of the Clark Fund
Clark University
Worcester, Massachusetts
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service & Support
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
$23/hr - $26/hr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Job Roles in Education in Massachusetts

Teaching & Instruction448 jobs
Higher Education324 jobs
Healthcare Administration256 jobs
Project & Program Management211 jobs
Laboratory Research155 jobs
Customer Service & Support147 jobs
Human Resources146 jobs
Corporate Training & Learning Development145 jobs
Nursing137 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing131 jobs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which education employers in Massachusetts sponsor Green Cards?

Massachusetts has a dense concentration of research universities and colleges that sponsor Green Cards, including Harvard University, MIT, Boston University, Tufts University, Northeastern University, and UMass Amherst. These institutions most frequently sponsor faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and specialized academic staff through EB-1, EB-2, or EB-3 preference categories, depending on the role and the candidate's qualifications.

Which cities in Massachusetts have the most education Green Card sponsorship jobs?

Boston and Cambridge account for the largest share of education Green Card sponsorship in Massachusetts, driven by the concentration of major research universities and teaching hospitals in those cities. Worcester is a secondary hub, home to Clark University and WPI. Amherst and Springfield in western Massachusetts have additional opportunities through the UMass system and smaller private colleges.

What types of education roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Massachusetts?

Tenure-track and tenured faculty positions are the most commonly sponsored roles, often filed under EB-1B for outstanding professors and researchers or EB-2 with a National Interest Waiver. Postdoctoral researchers, instructional designers, curriculum specialists with advanced degrees, and senior administrative roles requiring specialized expertise also appear in Green Card filings at Massachusetts institutions. Adjunct and part-time roles rarely qualify.

How do I find education Green Card sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?

Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship, including Green Card-sponsored education roles in Massachusetts. Filtering by state and visa type surfaces positions at universities, K-12 institutions, and edtech employers that have an established history of sponsoring permanent residence. This saves significant time compared to manually reviewing job postings that rarely disclose sponsorship status upfront.

Are there any Massachusetts-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in education?

Massachusetts education employers, particularly research universities, are experienced with immigration processes and often have dedicated international faculty offices that coordinate PERM labor certification and I-140 petitions. However, PERM requires a formal recruitment process demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers are available, which can add 12 to 18 months to the timeline. Faculty hired under EB-1B avoid PERM entirely, making that category attractive for highly cited researchers.

What is the prevailing wage for Green Card education jobs in Massachusetts?

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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