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Librarian visa sponsorship jobs in New York draw international candidates to one of the world's most concentrated library markets, spanning the New York Public Library system, Columbia University, NYU, Cornell, and dozens of special libraries across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Albany. Public, academic, and corporate library roles across the state regularly require professional librarian qualifications.
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J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion.
Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting.
Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are.
Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.
The Role + Purpose:
The Assistant Color Librarian keeps the J.Crew Women’s and Kids color library, palettes, and standards organized and accurate, and supports the Concept & Color team through each seasonal cycle. Reporting to the Associate, Concept & Color, you will be the go-to for color materials, naming, and requests from design, production, and merchandising. If you love fashion, design, or art and take pride in getting details right, you will gain hands-on exposure to how a color story moves from concept to product.
- Assist the Concept & Color Associate and Designer with day-to-day color development and color process for Women’s, Men’s and Kid’s collections.
- Maintain, match and update color standards daily - physically on palettes and digitally in PLM.
- Create references for seasonal color palettes for all teams. Produce and distribute physical copies of the seasonal palette and color standards. Render and match digitally in Illustrator for reference.
- Organize and maintain the color library, including seasonal color dips, strike-offs by category and input new colors using PLM system across women’s, mens and crewcuts.
- Respond to color-related requests from design, production, and merchandising teams.
- Order color materials and standards from vendors, and prepare and send packages to cross-functional partners and suppliers, standardize and process physical palettes for designers.
- Support the Concept and CAD teams as needed with research, sourcing, presentations, cross-functional projects, and administrative tasks throughout the color and concept process.
Qualifications
Required:
- 0–2 years of experience in fashion, design, retail, or a related creative or organizational setting, with demonstrated interest in fashion, design, or art (internships, freelance, coursework, and personal projects count).
- Foundational understanding of color theory and design research.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
- Highly detail-oriented and organized, with strong attention to color codes, names, and standards.
- Strong follow-up skills and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple tasks.
- Clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to accurately distinguish color.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with Miro, PLM and color systems such as Pantone.
- Experience coordinating samples, vendors, or shipments, or organizing a physical library, inventory, or archive.
- Experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- A degree in Design, Fashion, Art, or a related field is a plus, but not required.
We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We’re always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.
Benefits + Perks
- Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
- Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
- Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.
- Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
- Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.
Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.
Hourly Range: $22.98 - $26.49
At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.
One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.
JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.
Our Story
J.Crew gets you dressed every day, for every occasion.
Since 1983, we’ve been creating classics that feel familiar and refreshingly new, crafted with unbeatable quality and distinctive point of view—it’s no wonder we’ve been in your closet for four decades and counting.
Today, we continue to do the classics our way, inspiring not only how you shop but how you define your personal style. Our commitment runs deeper than just making great clothes—we’re proud of our role in getting you dressed with confidence, character, and celebrating a distinctly American sensibility that makes us who we are.
Our dedication to Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Sustainability has been celebrated with industry recognition, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and sustainable workplace.
The Role + Purpose:
The Assistant Color Librarian keeps the J.Crew Women’s and Kids color library, palettes, and standards organized and accurate, and supports the Concept & Color team through each seasonal cycle. Reporting to the Associate, Concept & Color, you will be the go-to for color materials, naming, and requests from design, production, and merchandising. If you love fashion, design, or art and take pride in getting details right, you will gain hands-on exposure to how a color story moves from concept to product.
- Assist the Concept & Color Associate and Designer with day-to-day color development and color process for Women’s, Men’s and Kid’s collections.
- Maintain, match and update color standards daily - physically on palettes and digitally in PLM.
- Create references for seasonal color palettes for all teams. Produce and distribute physical copies of the seasonal palette and color standards. Render and match digitally in Illustrator for reference.
- Organize and maintain the color library, including seasonal color dips, strike-offs by category and input new colors using PLM system across women’s, mens and crewcuts.
- Respond to color-related requests from design, production, and merchandising teams.
- Order color materials and standards from vendors, and prepare and send packages to cross-functional partners and suppliers, standardize and process physical palettes for designers.
- Support the Concept and CAD teams as needed with research, sourcing, presentations, cross-functional projects, and administrative tasks throughout the color and concept process.
Qualifications
Required:
- 0–2 years of experience in fashion, design, retail, or a related creative or organizational setting, with demonstrated interest in fashion, design, or art (internships, freelance, coursework, and personal projects count).
- Foundational understanding of color theory and design research.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
- Highly detail-oriented and organized, with strong attention to color codes, names, and standards.
- Strong follow-up skills and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple tasks.
- Clear written and verbal communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to accurately distinguish color.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with Miro, PLM and color systems such as Pantone.
- Experience coordinating samples, vendors, or shipments, or organizing a physical library, inventory, or archive.
- Experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- A degree in Design, Fashion, Art, or a related field is a plus, but not required.
We welcome you to apply, even if you don't check all the boxes. Our passion is scouting life-long learners who are driven by curiosity, and who feel connected to our brands and share our desire to make an impact. We’re always seeking bright new talent who leverage their unique experiences to discover, grow and evolve with our teams.
Benefits + Perks
- Health & Well-being - Eligible associates and family members receive medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance, family planning (fertility, adoption & surrogacy support), fitness discounts, medical travel and more.
- Associate Discount - We love our products just as much as you do! That’s why we offer a great associate discount across all of our brands (J.Crew, J.Crew Factory, and Madewell).
- Summer Fridays - In addition to our hybrid work model, we also close our office at 1:00 PM every Friday during the Summer months.
- Community Impact - We support the communities where we live and work through our philanthropic efforts and the J.Crew Cares Program.
- Winter Break - In addition to our PTO package, J.Crew Group offers a winter break at the end of December to eligible full-time associates at the Home Office to provide time to refresh and recharge.
Note: Availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to work location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements.
Hourly Range: $22.98 - $26.49
At J.Crew Group (JCG) we aim to pay competitively for our company’s size and industry. The base salary offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region of work premises, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The base salary is just one component of J.Crew Group’s competitive total rewards strategy that also includes the opportunity for bonus, competitive benefits and perks.
One of our core focuses here at JCG is creating a community and culture that builds belonging. We are deeply committed to our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and we warmly welcome job applicants of all backgrounds.
JCG is proud to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all associates and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, legally protected physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected under applicable law.
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Which visa types realistically fit librarian roles in New York?
Librarian positions in New York can support several visa pathways. The H-1B visa applies when the role requires a master's degree in library science as a specialty occupation. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under the TN visa, which explicitly lists Librarian as a covered USMCA profession requiring a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. J-1 visa exchange visitor programs suit research or academic library roles with a designated sponsor organization. F-1 students may work via OPT while completing or just after their library science degree.
Which cities in New York have the most librarian sponsorship jobs?
New York City concentrates the highest volume of librarian sponsorship opportunities, driven by the New York Public Library, Brooklyn Public Library, and a dense cluster of university and special libraries in Manhattan. Albany supports roles tied to state government and the State Library. Buffalo and Rochester have academic library positions at SUNY campuses and private universities. Ithaca stands out for Cornell University's extensive library system, which regularly hires credentialed librarians.
How to find librarian visa sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate lists New York librarian roles specifically filtered to employers with verified visa sponsorship history, making it straightforward to identify which institutions have actively sponsored positions. Academic library openings at universities and large public library systems in New York City, Albany, and Ithaca appear regularly. Searching by role and state on Migrate Mate helps narrow results to employers with a demonstrated track record of sponsoring librarian candidates.
Which employers in New York sponsor visas for librarians?
Academic institutions are the most consistent sponsors for librarian roles in New York. Columbia University, NYU, Cornell University, Fordham, and the CUNY system have all supported H-1B and TN visa filings for library professionals. The New York Public Library, one of the largest public library systems in the country, has sponsored positions for credentialed librarians. Law firms and financial institutions in Manhattan also maintain special libraries staffed by professional librarians who may require sponsorship.
Are there any New York-specific factors that affect librarian visa sponsorship?
New York's high concentration of research universities and specialized libraries creates more sponsorship opportunities than most states. Many academic library positions require an ALA-accredited master's degree in library science, which satisfies the specialty occupation threshold needed for H-1B eligibility. New York State also funds a robust public library network through the State Library, creating institutional employers alongside private universities. Canadian nationals benefit from TN status, which allows port-of-entry processing without a lengthy petition cycle.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored librarian 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.