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Events visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities, where organizations like Target Center, the Minnesota Vikings, and major convention venues including the Minneapolis Convention Center regularly hire events professionals. International candidates pursuing roles in event coordination, production, and venue management find a steady pipeline of sponsoring employers in this market.
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The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Assistant Director of Athletic Events & Operations for the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena.
The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY
The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:
Tuition Remission for employees, spouses, and dependents
Generous Retirement Contributions to support your future
Comprehensive Health Coverage including medical, dental, and vision
Fully Paid Insurance: disability, life, and AD&D
Paid Parental Leave* to support growing families
Salary Range: $40,500 to $50,000
The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant Director is responsible for the planning and execution of assigned athletic and external events in Lee and Penny Anderson Arena on the St. Paul campus.
The Assistant Director serves as the primary event manager for assigned intercollegiate sports, overseeing all aspects of game day operations. They will plan and coordinate the scheduling of all external staffing for arena and other assigned athletic events and hire, train, schedule, and supervise student employees for arena and other athletic events.
This position will lead and support operational planning and scheduling for arena events, practices, coordination, facility use, and rentals. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders—including key event contacts, coaches, support staff, campus partners, and external vendors to ensure successful event execution.
The Assistant Director will assist the Associate AD/Arena GM with other duties as assigned to support the operations of the arena and other athletic facilities and events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Serve as the primary event manager for assigned intercollegiate sports, overseeing all aspects of game day operations—including visiting team coordination, officials’ logistics, credentialing, and emergency response planning. Ensure all events comply with NCAA, conference, and University standards for safety, operations, and fan experience. Oversee event logistics for assigned varsity sports, including budgeting, visiting team guides, parking coordination, event setup and teardown, weather monitoring via Perry Weather, and post-event debriefs. Serve as the postseason contact for assigned sports, coordinating logistics and support as needed. Collaborate with campus partners to ensure smooth execution.
Plan and coordinate the scheduling of all external staffing for arena and other assigned athletic events. External staff may include, but is not limited to, contract security, public safety, police, fire/EMS, cleaning/custodial and stagehands/labor. Communicate with all external staffing groups event information and details. Provide training as required. Provide direct oversight of external staffing at events.
Lead and support operational planning and scheduling for arena events, practices, coordination, facility use, and rentals. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders—including key event contacts, coaches, support staff, campus partners, and external vendors to ensure successful event execution. Collaborate with athletics department and arena personnel on rental initiatives, including external camps, corporate clients, and campus partners to optimize facility use and drive revenue generation. Foster a positive, service-oriented culture while promoting community engagement through external programming.
Hire, train, schedule, and supervise student employees for arena and other athletic events. Utilize WhenToWork software to manage student event staffing, ensuring appropriate coverage and effective operational support for all events. Provide ongoing training and develop opportunities for student staff.
* Assist the Associate AD/General Manager and the Sales & Marketing Manager with other duties as assigned. Assist with facility maintenance projects and the development of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Three years of relevant experience in collegiate athletics or a related athletic operations organization
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by events and facility operations
Preferred Qualifications
* Master’s degree in Sports Administration or a related field
An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable skills and knowledge have been acquired may be substituted.
HOW TO APPLY
All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.
In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.
Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.
OVERVIEW:
The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an Assistant Director of Athletic Events & Operations for the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena.
The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.
JOIN OUR COMMUNITY
The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:
Tuition Remission for employees, spouses, and dependents
Generous Retirement Contributions to support your future
Comprehensive Health Coverage including medical, dental, and vision
Fully Paid Insurance: disability, life, and AD&D
Paid Parental Leave* to support growing families
Salary Range: $40,500 to $50,000
The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant Director is responsible for the planning and execution of assigned athletic and external events in Lee and Penny Anderson Arena on the St. Paul campus.
The Assistant Director serves as the primary event manager for assigned intercollegiate sports, overseeing all aspects of game day operations. They will plan and coordinate the scheduling of all external staffing for arena and other assigned athletic events and hire, train, schedule, and supervise student employees for arena and other athletic events.
This position will lead and support operational planning and scheduling for arena events, practices, coordination, facility use, and rentals. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders—including key event contacts, coaches, support staff, campus partners, and external vendors to ensure successful event execution.
The Assistant Director will assist the Associate AD/Arena GM with other duties as assigned to support the operations of the arena and other athletic facilities and events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Serve as the primary event manager for assigned intercollegiate sports, overseeing all aspects of game day operations—including visiting team coordination, officials’ logistics, credentialing, and emergency response planning. Ensure all events comply with NCAA, conference, and University standards for safety, operations, and fan experience. Oversee event logistics for assigned varsity sports, including budgeting, visiting team guides, parking coordination, event setup and teardown, weather monitoring via Perry Weather, and post-event debriefs. Serve as the postseason contact for assigned sports, coordinating logistics and support as needed. Collaborate with campus partners to ensure smooth execution.
Plan and coordinate the scheduling of all external staffing for arena and other assigned athletic events. External staff may include, but is not limited to, contract security, public safety, police, fire/EMS, cleaning/custodial and stagehands/labor. Communicate with all external staffing groups event information and details. Provide training as required. Provide direct oversight of external staffing at events.
Lead and support operational planning and scheduling for arena events, practices, coordination, facility use, and rentals. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders—including key event contacts, coaches, support staff, campus partners, and external vendors to ensure successful event execution. Collaborate with athletics department and arena personnel on rental initiatives, including external camps, corporate clients, and campus partners to optimize facility use and drive revenue generation. Foster a positive, service-oriented culture while promoting community engagement through external programming.
Hire, train, schedule, and supervise student employees for arena and other athletic events. Utilize WhenToWork software to manage student event staffing, ensuring appropriate coverage and effective operational support for all events. Provide ongoing training and develop opportunities for student staff.
* Assist the Associate AD/General Manager and the Sales & Marketing Manager with other duties as assigned. Assist with facility maintenance projects and the development of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Three years of relevant experience in collegiate athletics or a related athletic operations organization
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by events and facility operations
Preferred Qualifications
* Master’s degree in Sports Administration or a related field
An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable skills and knowledge have been acquired may be substituted.
HOW TO APPLY
All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.
In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.
Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.
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Which companies sponsor visas for events professionals in Minnesota?
Large hospitality and entertainment operators are among the most active sponsors. The Minnesota Vikings, Target Corporation's events division, Aramark (which manages venue food and event services), and major hotel groups like Marriott and Hilton in Minneapolis have filed H-1B visa Labor Condition Applications for events-related roles. Convention and conference management firms contracting with the Minneapolis Convention Center and Saint Paul RiverCentre also sponsor qualified international candidates.
What visa types are most common for events roles in Minnesota?
The H-1B is the most common visa for events roles that require a bachelor's degree in a related field, such as event management, marketing, or hospitality administration. O-1 visas can apply to individuals with demonstrated extraordinary achievement in production or live events. Some roles in nonprofit arts organizations may qualify under specific cultural exchange programs. Eligibility depends on the specific job duties and the employer's willingness to file.
How to find events visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate lists events visa sponsorship jobs filtered specifically to Minnesota, so you can browse roles at Twin Cities venues, convention centers, and entertainment companies without sifting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. Searching by role type within the events category on Migrate Mate helps narrow results to employers with an established history of sponsoring international candidates in Minnesota.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most events sponsorship jobs?
Minneapolis and Saint Paul account for the large majority of events sponsorship jobs in Minnesota. Minneapolis hosts the most activity, driven by its concentration of sports venues, convention facilities, corporate headquarters, and a growing live entertainment industry. Saint Paul adds volume through the Xcel Energy Center and the RiverCentre complex. Smaller markets like Rochester occasionally post events roles tied to the Mayo Clinic conference and medical education calendar.
Are there state-specific considerations for international events professionals in Minnesota?
Minnesota's events industry is notably driven by year-round corporate conference activity and a strong nonprofit arts sector, meaning demand extends beyond seasonal peaks. University programs at the University of Minnesota and Normandale Community College produce local talent, so international candidates benefit from highlighting specialized skills in large-scale production, international conference management, or bilingual event services that distinguish them in a competitive applicant pool.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored events jobs in Minnesota?
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.