Fashion & Apparel Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Wisconsin
Wisconsin's fashion and apparel industry centers around major retailers like Kohl's in Menomonee Falls and Lands' End in Dodgeville, plus emerging brands in Milwaukee and Madison. The state's strong manufacturing base supports both design and production roles, with particular demand for technical positions in supply chain, merchandising, and e-commerce operations.
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ABOUT THE POSITION
With over 430 retail stores worldwide, our associates are essential to our business. From ensuring product availability on the sales floor to creating eye-catching visual displays to addressing customer inquiries to running an efficient checkout process, our associates create memorable customer experiences while simultaneously assisting the Store Leadership team in supporting Columbia Sportswear Company’s mission of “Connecting Active People with Their Passions.”
As a Retail Associate, you serve as a brand ambassador and ensure exceptional in-store experiences through positive customer interaction. Within this role, you will employ your natural problem-solving and sales abilities to answer customer questions and make compelling product recommendations while supporting Columbia Sportswear Company's values to enhance customer service and teamwork.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Provide exceptional customer service by responding to consumer questions or issues regarding product features, benefits, and availability; engage with consumers to understand their needs and preferences (e.g., demonstrate and explain merchandise, make suggestions on suitable options for consumers, etc.).
- Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety; retrieve merchandise from the sales floor, stock room, or other inventory locations.
- Perform all required cash register transactions (e.g., sales, returns, exchanges, connecting consumer to loyalty program) efficiently and accurately.
- Contribute to store profitability by receiving, handling, replenishing, and processing incoming and outgoing product flow in the stores accurately and efficiently.
YOU HAVE
- No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred)
- 2 (or less) years of experience in a position or specialization.
- Skill operating Inventory and Point of Sales (POS) systems, and various other retail software tools.
- 16 years of age or older
JOB CONDITIONS
- Frequently in an active environment (i.e., requires the ability to constantly move about) that can be physical or strenuous (frequently adjusting/moving items weighing up to 40 lbs.), may frequently use specialized equipment, may have exposure to dust and noise.
- Occasionally requires the ability to work in a place.
- Ability to communicate clearly with others.
- Availability to work a flexible retail schedule, which may change seasonally and in response to location-specific business trends or forecasts. All local, state, and federal laws are adhered to when evaluating your availability.
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.
At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer part-time employees benefits that include a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. There are commuter benefits such as transit and parking reimbursement programs. We have wellness benefits and employee discounts available.
If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.

ABOUT THE POSITION
With over 430 retail stores worldwide, our associates are essential to our business. From ensuring product availability on the sales floor to creating eye-catching visual displays to addressing customer inquiries to running an efficient checkout process, our associates create memorable customer experiences while simultaneously assisting the Store Leadership team in supporting Columbia Sportswear Company’s mission of “Connecting Active People with Their Passions.”
As a Retail Associate, you serve as a brand ambassador and ensure exceptional in-store experiences through positive customer interaction. Within this role, you will employ your natural problem-solving and sales abilities to answer customer questions and make compelling product recommendations while supporting Columbia Sportswear Company's values to enhance customer service and teamwork.
HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE
- Provide exceptional customer service by responding to consumer questions or issues regarding product features, benefits, and availability; engage with consumers to understand their needs and preferences (e.g., demonstrate and explain merchandise, make suggestions on suitable options for consumers, etc.).
- Maintain store standards for visual merchandising, cleanliness, and safety; retrieve merchandise from the sales floor, stock room, or other inventory locations.
- Perform all required cash register transactions (e.g., sales, returns, exchanges, connecting consumer to loyalty program) efficiently and accurately.
- Contribute to store profitability by receiving, handling, replenishing, and processing incoming and outgoing product flow in the stores accurately and efficiently.
YOU HAVE
- No specific education required (High School Diploma or GED preferred)
- 2 (or less) years of experience in a position or specialization.
- Skill operating Inventory and Point of Sales (POS) systems, and various other retail software tools.
- 16 years of age or older
JOB CONDITIONS
- Frequently in an active environment (i.e., requires the ability to constantly move about) that can be physical or strenuous (frequently adjusting/moving items weighing up to 40 lbs.), may frequently use specialized equipment, may have exposure to dust and noise.
- Occasionally requires the ability to work in a place.
- Ability to communicate clearly with others.
- Availability to work a flexible retail schedule, which may change seasonally and in response to location-specific business trends or forecasts. All local, state, and federal laws are adhered to when evaluating your availability.
This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.
Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.
At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer part-time employees benefits that include a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. There are commuter benefits such as transit and parking reimbursement programs. We have wellness benefits and employee discounts available.
If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to AskHR@columbia.com with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.
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Which fashion and apparel companies in Wisconsin typically sponsor work visas?
Kohl's Corporation in Menomonee Falls is Wisconsin's largest fashion employer and has sponsored H-1B visas for roles in merchandising, supply chain analytics, and e-commerce technology. Lands' End in Dodgeville sponsors visas for technical positions including data science and digital marketing. Smaller Wisconsin fashion brands occasionally sponsor for specialized roles like textile engineering or international business development.
What visa types are most common for fashion and apparel jobs in Wisconsin?
H-1B visas dominate for professional roles in fashion merchandising, supply chain analysis, and e-commerce technology at companies like Kohl's. TN visas work for Canadian and Mexican professionals in qualifying roles like computer systems analysts supporting fashion retail platforms. L-1 visas are used by international fashion companies transferring employees to Wisconsin operations, though less common than H-1B.
How to find fashion & apparel visa sponsorship jobs in Wisconsin?
Start with Migrate Mate, which filters Wisconsin fashion and apparel positions by visa sponsorship history and includes salary data. Focus on Milwaukee and Madison for the highest concentration of opportunities, particularly at major retailers and their corporate headquarters. Wisconsin's fashion industry heavily emphasizes technical roles in merchandising analytics, supply chain optimization, and digital commerce platforms.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most fashion and apparel visa sponsorship opportunities?
Milwaukee leads with corporate headquarters and emerging fashion startups, while Menomonee Falls hosts Kohl's major operations. Madison offers opportunities at growing fashion tech companies and university-connected ventures. Dodgeville, despite its small size, provides specialized roles at Lands' End. Green Bay and Appleton have smaller fashion retail operations with occasional sponsorship opportunities.
Are prevailing wages for fashion jobs in Wisconsin competitive for visa sponsorship?
Wisconsin fashion positions generally meet H-1B prevailing wage requirements, especially in Milwaukee and Madison metro areas. Technical roles in merchandising analytics, supply chain management, and e-commerce development typically exceed minimum wage thresholds. However, entry-level design positions may fall below sponsorship wage requirements, making technical and analytical roles more viable for visa sponsorship.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored fashion & apparel jobs in Wisconsin?
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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