Sports Jobs in New York with Green Card Sponsorship

New York is one of the most active markets for sports Green Card sponsorship, driven by major league franchises like the New York Yankees, New York Knicks, and New York Giants, alongside sports media giants headquartered in Manhattan. Roles in sports operations, analytics, marketing, and athletic performance are where sponsorship activity tends to concentrate.

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Overview

Open Jobs571+
Top Visa TypeGreen Card
Work Type70% On-site
Salary Range$62K – $77K
Top LocationNew York, NY
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SPORTIME CLUBS, LLC
Front Desk Attendant
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SPORTIME CLUBS, LLC
New 12h ago
Front Desk Attendant
SPORTIME CLUBS, LLC
Kings Park, New York
Customer Service & Support
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
$17/hr - $18/hr
On-Site
High School

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Life Time
Facility Ops Men's Locker Room Attendant
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Life Time
New 15h ago
Facility Ops Men's Locker Room Attendant
Life Time
Syosset, New York
Customer Service & Support
Cleaning & Housekeeping
$16/hr - $19/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Major League Soccer
Senior Manager, Network and Security Operations
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Major League Soccer
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Senior Manager, Network and Security Operations
Major League Soccer
New York
Cybersecurity
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Network Engineering
$135,000 - $165,000/yr
Hybrid
7+ yrs exp.
Associate's

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Club
Cook
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Club
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Cook
Club
Pompey, New York
Food Service
Chefs & Cooks
$17/hr - $25/hr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
None

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Orangetheory Fitness
Fitness Coach
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Added 6d ago
Fitness Coach
Orangetheory Fitness
East Islip, New York
Fitness & Recreation
$27/hr - $57/hr
On-Site
None
201-500

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Job Roles in Sports in New York

Customer Service & Support212 jobs
Sales129 jobs
Investment Banking & Capital Markets92 jobs
Accounting83 jobs
Project & Program Management79 jobs
Finance66 jobs
Partnerships & Business Development58 jobs
Business Analysis55 jobs
Fitness & Recreation43 jobs
Hospitality & Guest Services43 jobs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which sports companies sponsor Green Card visas in New York?

Major league franchises are the most consistent sponsors, including the Yankees, Mets, Knicks, Nets, Giants, Jets, Rangers, and Red Bulls. Sports media and data companies headquartered in New York, such as MSG Sports and various sports analytics firms, also sponsor Green Cards. Sponsorship is most common for specialized roles where the employer can demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.

Which cities in New York have the most sports Green Card sponsorship jobs?

New York City accounts for the overwhelming majority of sports Green Card sponsorship activity in the state, given the concentration of professional franchises, sports media companies, and corporate headquarters in Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, and the surrounding metro area. Buffalo, home to the Bills and Sabres, represents a secondary market with occasional sponsorship activity, though the volume is significantly smaller than NYC.

What types of sports roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship?

Sponsorship is most common in roles requiring specialized expertise, including sports analytics, data science, performance science, sports medicine, coaching at elite levels, broadcast production, and business operations. Front-office roles in finance, legal, and technology within sports organizations also qualify. General entry-level positions rarely attract sponsorship, as employers typically need to demonstrate the role requires a degree in a specific field.

How do I find sports Green Card sponsorship jobs in New York?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and location, making it straightforward to browse sports roles in New York where employers have indicated Green Card sponsorship. Rather than sorting through general job boards and guessing at sponsorship willingness, Migrate Mate surfaces verified sponsorship opportunities so you can focus your applications on employers already open to supporting the Green Card process.

Are there any New York-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in sports?

New York's sports market is heavily unionized at the professional level, which can affect how employer-sponsored Green Cards are structured, particularly for player personnel roles. PERM labor certification, the most common Green Card pathway, requires employers to conduct a good-faith recruitment process before sponsoring a foreign national. In a competitive hiring market like New York City, that process can face more scrutiny than in smaller markets.

What is the prevailing wage for Green Card sports jobs in New York?

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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