Instructor Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Minnesota
Instructor visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota are concentrated at the state's major research universities, K-12 districts, and workforce training centers. Employers like the University of Minnesota, Mayo Clinic's education divisions, and Minneapolis Public Schools have sponsored instructors across disciplines including STEM, healthcare simulation, and language education. The Twin Cities metro and Duluth are the most active hiring markets.
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Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy.
Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.
Xcel Energy supports a hybrid work model to enable collaboration and flexibility. Many roles are expected to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday); however, work location expectations vary based on role, team, and business needs.
Nuclear Technical Instructor Position Summary
This position is responsible for utilizing a systematic approach to training to conduct Initial and continuing training for maintenance and technical personnel. Continually evaluates and improves training to result in maximum effectiveness of the training program.
Sr Nuclear Technical Instructor Position Summary
Experienced trainer with in-depth technical knowledge, and proficiency in the application of systematic approach to training (SAT) principles. Conducts analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation activities for accredited training programs. Provides coaching and feedback to station workers to improve their performance in classroom, laboratory, and on the job settings. Supports activities necessary to maintain accreditation of the operator training programs. Possess the knowledge and skills and may be assigned to be a program lead.
Nuclear Technical Instructor Essential Responsibilities
- Provide initial and continuing training in classroom and laboratory environments. Provide just in time training as needed to support plant operational requirements. Coordinate training from equipment vendors and outside training organizations.
- Create/modify lesson plans, practical exercises, and multimedia training materials for effective delivery to maintenance and technical personnel. Develop and administer exams to validate knowledge of training materials. Develop technical "mock up" equipment for hands-on training experience.
- Receive and evaluate training feedback from numerous resources, including trainees, management, and industry. Participate in various training committees to ensure training effectiveness.
- Design training and establish specific measurable behaviors for task-oriented maintenance and technical training. Construct effective measures to verify trainee comprehension of training materials.
- Provide training expertise during analysis of performance problems. Perform assessment of training request for management and training program owner. Evaluate maintenance tasks to determine the standards for performance.
- Respond to emergent training needs and performance issues. Maintain short-range and long-range training schedules. Schedule and notify personnel of training through the Learning Management System. Verify records of conducted training and attendance. Maintain records of personnel qualifications. Maintain updated qualification manual and associated task lists. Participate in periodic assessments to validate training program.
Sr Nuclear Technical Instructor Essential Responsibilities
- Design Training and establish specific measurable behaviors for task-oriented training. Provide Initial and Continuing training in classroom and laboratory environments. Receive and evaluate training feedback from numerous sources, including trainees, management, and industry. Respond to emergent training needs and performance issues.
- Conducts needs assessments, analyzes jobs/tasks to design, develop and implement training for specified technical training programs. Can lead and/or assist with self-assessments and other evaluations of the various training programs.
- Coordinates, leads, and conducts training in the classroom and/or laboratory for specified technical training programs per applicable codes, ACADs, and regulatory requirements. Manages program administrative requirements including performance indicators. Can develop and administer examinations in the classroom, laboratory, or in the plant for specified training programs.
- Continuously pursues and maintains personal development, learning and qualifications to support the various training programs such as general instructor, advanced instructor, and those requirements of a Principal Technical Instructor.
- Leads the training department in developing programs to support the safe operations of the plant by exercising expertise in their particular program(s).
- Supports plant refueling outages and site Emergency Response Organization (ERO), as needed.
Nuclear Technical Instructor ($84,900-$120,567)
Minimum Requirements
- 5 years of related work experience required.
- Knowledge and/or experience in the troubleshooting process and/or power plant equipment.
- Performed installation, maintenance, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, configuration, and repairs of Power Plant.
- Knowledge in use of a systematic approach to training.
- Must effectively communicate ideas and concepts through written and verbal communications.
- Knowledgeable in use of computer software: i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point.
- Previous experience in development and delivery of training.
Preferred Requirements
- Associate's degree from a two-year college or technical school.
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.
- Previous Power Plant or Nuclear Navy background.
- Previous experience with Radiation Protection or Mechanical Maintenance.
Sr Nuclear Technical Instructor ($97,600-$138,600)
Minimum Requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear power plant is required.
- Diploma or GED, plus Associate's degree or equivalent is required. This can be any combination of instructional or work experience related to the operation of a commercial or military nuclear facility.
- Requires 5 or more years of related work experience, including 3 years of training related experience. Any combination of work experience a related technical discipline, providing training/education in the technical discipline, comparable journeyman/military experience; military or commercial instructor, public education or college/technical school teacher, or qualified in-plant trainer. National Academy of Nuclear Training (NANT) qualified instructor required or obtain qualification within 1-year of assignment.
- Must be familiar with SAT principles and regulatory requirements associated with assigned discipline.
- Must be familiar with requirements to maintain accreditation of the maintenance and technical training programs.
Preferred Requirements
- Previous power plant or Nuclear Navy background is preferred.
- Experience in performance analysis is preferred.
Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.
Our Values
Connected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe
Our Employee Commitments
- Work that makes a difference
- A team you can count of
- Opportunities to grow
- Rewards that help you thrive
Xcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $84,900.00 to $138,600.00 per year
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Deadline to Apply: 11/07/26
EEO is the Law (PDF) | Equal Opportunity Statement (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.
Accessibility Statement
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com and https://jobs.xcelenergy.com accessible to any and all users. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form. For any other application related questions, including application follow-ups or technical issues, please use our Recruiting Assistance, Electra, for assistance. Electra can be found in the lower right-hand corner of our Xcel Energy Careers site.
INTRODUCTION
Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy.
Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.
Xcel Energy supports a hybrid work model to enable collaboration and flexibility. Many roles are expected to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday); however, work location expectations vary based on role, team, and business needs.
Nuclear Technical Instructor Position Summary
This position is responsible for utilizing a systematic approach to training to conduct Initial and continuing training for maintenance and technical personnel. Continually evaluates and improves training to result in maximum effectiveness of the training program.
Sr Nuclear Technical Instructor Position Summary
Experienced trainer with in-depth technical knowledge, and proficiency in the application of systematic approach to training (SAT) principles. Conducts analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation activities for accredited training programs. Provides coaching and feedback to station workers to improve their performance in classroom, laboratory, and on the job settings. Supports activities necessary to maintain accreditation of the operator training programs. Possess the knowledge and skills and may be assigned to be a program lead.
Nuclear Technical Instructor Essential Responsibilities
- Provide initial and continuing training in classroom and laboratory environments. Provide just in time training as needed to support plant operational requirements. Coordinate training from equipment vendors and outside training organizations.
- Create/modify lesson plans, practical exercises, and multimedia training materials for effective delivery to maintenance and technical personnel. Develop and administer exams to validate knowledge of training materials. Develop technical "mock up" equipment for hands-on training experience.
- Receive and evaluate training feedback from numerous resources, including trainees, management, and industry. Participate in various training committees to ensure training effectiveness.
- Design training and establish specific measurable behaviors for task-oriented maintenance and technical training. Construct effective measures to verify trainee comprehension of training materials.
- Provide training expertise during analysis of performance problems. Perform assessment of training request for management and training program owner. Evaluate maintenance tasks to determine the standards for performance.
- Respond to emergent training needs and performance issues. Maintain short-range and long-range training schedules. Schedule and notify personnel of training through the Learning Management System. Verify records of conducted training and attendance. Maintain records of personnel qualifications. Maintain updated qualification manual and associated task lists. Participate in periodic assessments to validate training program.
Sr Nuclear Technical Instructor Essential Responsibilities
- Design Training and establish specific measurable behaviors for task-oriented training. Provide Initial and Continuing training in classroom and laboratory environments. Receive and evaluate training feedback from numerous sources, including trainees, management, and industry. Respond to emergent training needs and performance issues.
- Conducts needs assessments, analyzes jobs/tasks to design, develop and implement training for specified technical training programs. Can lead and/or assist with self-assessments and other evaluations of the various training programs.
- Coordinates, leads, and conducts training in the classroom and/or laboratory for specified technical training programs per applicable codes, ACADs, and regulatory requirements. Manages program administrative requirements including performance indicators. Can develop and administer examinations in the classroom, laboratory, or in the plant for specified training programs.
- Continuously pursues and maintains personal development, learning and qualifications to support the various training programs such as general instructor, advanced instructor, and those requirements of a Principal Technical Instructor.
- Leads the training department in developing programs to support the safe operations of the plant by exercising expertise in their particular program(s).
- Supports plant refueling outages and site Emergency Response Organization (ERO), as needed.
Nuclear Technical Instructor ($84,900-$120,567)
Minimum Requirements
- 5 years of related work experience required.
- Knowledge and/or experience in the troubleshooting process and/or power plant equipment.
- Performed installation, maintenance, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, configuration, and repairs of Power Plant.
- Knowledge in use of a systematic approach to training.
- Must effectively communicate ideas and concepts through written and verbal communications.
- Knowledgeable in use of computer software: i.e. Word, Excel, Power Point.
- Previous experience in development and delivery of training.
Preferred Requirements
- Associate's degree from a two-year college or technical school.
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.
- Previous Power Plant or Nuclear Navy background.
- Previous experience with Radiation Protection or Mechanical Maintenance.
Sr Nuclear Technical Instructor ($97,600-$138,600)
Minimum Requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to nuclear power plant is required.
- Diploma or GED, plus Associate's degree or equivalent is required. This can be any combination of instructional or work experience related to the operation of a commercial or military nuclear facility.
- Requires 5 or more years of related work experience, including 3 years of training related experience. Any combination of work experience a related technical discipline, providing training/education in the technical discipline, comparable journeyman/military experience; military or commercial instructor, public education or college/technical school teacher, or qualified in-plant trainer. National Academy of Nuclear Training (NANT) qualified instructor required or obtain qualification within 1-year of assignment.
- Must be familiar with SAT principles and regulatory requirements associated with assigned discipline.
- Must be familiar with requirements to maintain accreditation of the maintenance and technical training programs.
Preferred Requirements
- Previous power plant or Nuclear Navy background is preferred.
- Experience in performance analysis is preferred.
Our culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.
Our Values
Connected, Committed, Trustworthy, Safe
Our Employee Commitments
- Work that makes a difference
- A team you can count of
- Opportunities to grow
- Rewards that help you thrive
Xcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $84,900.00 to $138,600.00 per year
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Deadline to Apply: 11/07/26
EEO is the Law (PDF) | Equal Opportunity Statement (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.
Accessibility Statement
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com and https://jobs.xcelenergy.com accessible to any and all users. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form. For any other application related questions, including application follow-ups or technical issues, please use our Recruiting Assistance, Electra, for assistance. Electra can be found in the lower right-hand corner of our Xcel Energy Careers site.
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Search Instructor Jobs in MinnesotaInstructor Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for instructors in Minnesota?
The University of Minnesota is one of the most active sponsors for instructor roles in the state, along with Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MinnState) institutions such as Hennepin Technical College and Metropolitan State University. Large healthcare systems like Mayo Clinic and Allina Health also sponsor instructors for clinical education and simulation training programs. Corporate training divisions at companies like 3M and Medtronic occasionally sponsor instructional design and training specialist roles as well.
Which visa types are most common for instructor roles in Minnesota?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for instructor roles at colleges, universities, and private employers in Minnesota, provided the position qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. J-1 visas are also widely used for exchange visitor instructors and professors, particularly at the University of Minnesota and liberal arts colleges. TN visas are an option for Canadian and Mexican citizens in qualifying educational categories.
How to find instructor visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find instructor visa sponsorship jobs in Minnesota, with listings filtered specifically for roles where employers have a demonstrated history of sponsoring work visas. You can narrow results to Minnesota and instructor-related categories to surface openings at universities, K-12 districts, and workforce training organizations across the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth without having to manually verify each employer's sponsorship willingness.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most instructor sponsorship jobs?
The Twin Cities metro area, spanning Minneapolis and Saint Paul, accounts for the majority of instructor sponsorship jobs in Minnesota due to the concentration of the University of Minnesota, MinnState system campuses, large hospital networks, and corporate headquarters. Rochester is a secondary market driven by Mayo Clinic's education and training operations. Duluth has a smaller but consistent presence through the University of Minnesota Duluth and Lake Superior College.
Are there any state-specific considerations for instructor visa sponsorship in Minnesota?
Minnesota's strong healthcare and STEM education sectors create consistent demand for sponsored instructors in clinical simulation, nursing education, and technical training. Positions at public universities within the MinnState system or University of Minnesota are subject to Department of Labor prevailing wage requirements under the H-1B, and these institutions typically have established international HR processes. K-12 instructor roles may also require state teaching licensure, which can affect the timeline and structure of a sponsorship offer.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored instructor 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.