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Assistant Product Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring a bachelor's degree in business, computer science, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application before you can start, and the annual cap and selection process means timing your job search matters.
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Gap has always been about optimistic American style. Starting with our very first store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco, opened almost 50 years ago by Doris and Don Fisher. The thread that’s run through those five decades is the phenomenal people that make up our brand – our employees and our customers. People who are rooted in the legacy that makes Gap what it is, but who are also focused on the future. People who want to leave the world better than they found it.
We’ve built our brand on staying true to our roots while always being out in front of what’s next. If you want to be part of an iconic American brand, and help lead the way for where we’re headed, we’d love to have you join us.
About the role
As an Assistant Manager, you set the tone for the store and the team and help bring our brand to life for our customers. You’re responsible for driving profitable sales growth through all aspects of the store including; customer and product operations, merchandising, and talent development. You are responsible for supporting the execution of the store strategy to achieve performance goals. Through collaboration with your General Manager and/or Assistant General Manager, you will teach and coach behaviors to Leads, Experts and Brand Associates to cultivate a high performing team to deliver a best-in-class experience to our customers.
- Support strategies and processes to drive store sales and deliver results through a customer centric mindset.
- Recruit, hire and develop highly productive Brand Associate and Expert teams.
- Own assigned area of responsibility.
- Implement action plans to maximize efficiencies and productivity.
- Perform Service Leader duties.
- Ensure consistent execution of standard operating procedures.
- Represent the brand and understand the competition and retail landscape.
- Promote community involvement.
- Leverage omni-channel to deliver a frictionless customer experience.
- Ensure all compliance standards are met.
Who you are
- A current or former retail employee with 1-3 years of retail management experience.
- A high school graduate or equivalent.
- A good communicator with the ability to effectively interact with customers and your team to meet goals.
- Passionate about retail and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Driven by metrics to deliver results to meet business goals.
- Determined to effectively lead and inspire others to learn and grow through coaching and mentoring.
- Agreeable to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including holiday, evening, overnight and weekend shifts.
- Able to utilize retail technology.
- Able to maneuver around the sales floor, stockroom and office and lift up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to travel as required.
Hourly Range: $21.50 - $28.50
Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.
Benefits at Gap
- Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
- One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
- Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
- Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
- Employee stock purchase plan.*
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
- See more of the benefits we offer.
*For eligible employees
Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.
About Gap
Gap has always been about optimistic American style. Starting with our very first store on Ocean Avenue in San Francisco, opened almost 50 years ago by Doris and Don Fisher. The thread that’s run through those five decades is the phenomenal people that make up our brand – our employees and our customers. People who are rooted in the legacy that makes Gap what it is, but who are also focused on the future. People who want to leave the world better than they found it.
We’ve built our brand on staying true to our roots while always being out in front of what’s next. If you want to be part of an iconic American brand, and help lead the way for where we’re headed, we’d love to have you join us.
About the role
As an Assistant Manager, you set the tone for the store and the team and help bring our brand to life for our customers. You’re responsible for driving profitable sales growth through all aspects of the store including; customer and product operations, merchandising, and talent development. You are responsible for supporting the execution of the store strategy to achieve performance goals. Through collaboration with your General Manager and/or Assistant General Manager, you will teach and coach behaviors to Leads, Experts and Brand Associates to cultivate a high performing team to deliver a best-in-class experience to our customers.
- Support strategies and processes to drive store sales and deliver results through a customer centric mindset.
- Recruit, hire and develop highly productive Brand Associate and Expert teams.
- Own assigned area of responsibility.
- Implement action plans to maximize efficiencies and productivity.
- Perform Service Leader duties.
- Ensure consistent execution of standard operating procedures.
- Represent the brand and understand the competition and retail landscape.
- Promote community involvement.
- Leverage omni-channel to deliver a frictionless customer experience.
- Ensure all compliance standards are met.
Who you are
- A current or former retail employee with 1-3 years of retail management experience.
- A high school graduate or equivalent.
- A good communicator with the ability to effectively interact with customers and your team to meet goals.
- Passionate about retail and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Driven by metrics to deliver results to meet business goals.
- Determined to effectively lead and inspire others to learn and grow through coaching and mentoring.
- Agreeable to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including holiday, evening, overnight and weekend shifts.
- Able to utilize retail technology.
- Able to maneuver around the sales floor, stockroom and office and lift up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to travel as required.
Hourly Range: $21.50 - $28.50
Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.
Benefits at Gap
- Merchandise discount for our brands: 50% off regular-priced merchandise at Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta, and 30% off at Outlet for all employees.
- One of the most competitive Paid Time Off plans in the industry.*
- Employees can take up to five “on the clock” hours each month to volunteer at a charity of their choice.*
- Extensive 401(k) plan with company matching for contributions up to four percent of an employee’s base pay.*
- Employee stock purchase plan.*
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.*
- See more of the benefits we offer.
*For eligible employees
Gap Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We have received numerous awards for our long-held commitment to equality and will continue to foster a diverse and inclusive environment of belonging. In 2022, we were recognized by Forbes as one of the World's Best Employers and one of the Best Employers for Diversity.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Assistant Product Manager
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
APM roles sit at the intersection of business and technology, so a degree in computer science, information systems, or business administration maps more cleanly to specialty occupation than an unrelated field. Pull up O*NET to see exactly how the occupation is classified before your interviews.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Not every company that posts APM roles has experience sponsoring work visas. Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing history for product and business analyst roles, which share the same specialty occupation classification as assistant product managers.
Distinguish rotational programs from direct APM hires
Many large tech and consumer companies run APM rotational programs with structured two-year timelines. These programs often have dedicated immigration workflows built in, which reduces negotiation friction compared to asking a team hiring manager to initiate sponsorship mid-process.
Get your degree equivalency documented early
If you completed a three-year bachelor's degree outside the U.S., have a credential evaluation done before you start interviewing. USCIS scrutinizes whether a foreign degree meets the U.S. bachelor's standard, and an equivalency letter removes that objection during the LCA and petition process.
Negotiate the LCA wage level at offer stage
The LCA locks in your wage level, and employers sometimes default to Level I even for candidates with two or more years of experience. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area and job title so you can confirm the wage level reflects your actual qualifications before you sign.
Align your offer letter timeline with the H-1B cap
H-1B is subject to an annual cap and selection process, and the rules have changed recently. If you're graduating or finishing OPT, confirm with your employer that they understand the filing timeline so your start date doesn't fall in a gap between selection and the October 1 validity date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Product Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on whether the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. APM positions at tech, fintech, and consumer companies typically require a degree in computer science, information systems, business, or engineering, which satisfies that standard. Roles with vague or generalist degree requirements can draw a Request for Evidence, so the job description wording matters.
Which visa types cover Assistant Product Manager sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path for APM candidates. Australians can apply for the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and a separate annual cap that has never been exhausted. Canadians and Mexicans may qualify under TN visa if the role maps to a USMCA-listed profession. F-1 students can work as APMs on OPT or STEM OPT while an employer pursues H-1B sponsorship in parallel.
How do I find companies that actively sponsor APM roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history searchable by role type, so you can identify which companies have actually sponsored product and business roles rather than just posted about it. This matters for APM candidates because sponsorship willingness varies widely even among large technology employers.
Does a three-year bachelor's degree qualify for H-1B specialty occupation?
USCIS does not automatically accept a three-year foreign bachelor's degree as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree. You'll need a credential evaluation from an accredited service confirming equivalency. Some evaluators combine a three-year degree with relevant work experience to establish equivalency. Getting this done before your employer files the I-129 petition prevents delays during adjudication.
What happens to my APM visa status if the employer rescinds the offer after filing?
If you're in H-1B status and your employer rescinds the offer after the petition is approved, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer. A new employer can file a transfer petition and you can begin working once that petition is filed. If you're on OPT and the offer is rescinded before an H-1B petition is filed, your OPT authorization continues until its expiration date.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Assistant Product Manager jobs?
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.