Experienced Project Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Experienced project managers are strong candidates for H-1B visa and E-3 visa sponsorship, particularly in tech, construction, and consulting. Employers regularly sponsor PMs with PMP credentials or domain-specific degrees, though specialty occupation classification requires careful documentation. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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If you're looking for the benefits of joining an industry leader, with a high-charged, energy-filled environment, then you can stop looking, because you have found what you're looking for in the Experienced Automotive Technician position at our Hertz Rent-A-Car location. Bring your energy, drive, and motivation to Hertz, and set your goals on cruise control! The Hertz Corporation, a world leader in the car rental industry, currently seeks energetic team players to join our team.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Experienced Automotive Technician is the second level within the Hertz Corporation for our maintenance team. In this role you will be performing preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and inspection.
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
- The hourly rate is $33.80.
- Overtime Pay: Eligible (The company pays overtime in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Per company policy, approval is required prior to the use of overtime).
- Holiday Pay: Eligible (1.5 x regular pay rate for hours worked on a designated holiday, in addition to receiving 8 hours of holiday pay).
- Sick Pay: Granted Up to 48 hours.
- Paid Time Off / Vacation / Paid observed Holidays (Accruals start at .83 Days a Month, 4 Floating Holidays, 9 Paid Observed Holidays).
- Profit Sharing: Eligible.
- Benefits: Further program information can be found here at HertzBenefits.com. To include, but not limited to:
+ Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental.
+ Medical, Dental & Vision plan options.
+ Life Insurance: (Hertz-paid Basic Life Insurance provides coverage equal to one-times your base annual pay, at no cost to you).
+ Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching: Hertz will match your contributions dollar for dollar on the first 3% you contribute and 50 cents per dollar on the next 2% you contribute.
+ Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance.
+ Employee Assistance Program for employees & family.
+ Educational Reimbursement & Discounts.
+ Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness.
+ Perks & Discounts – Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Educational Background: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Professional Experience:
- At minimum three (3) years of vehicle maintenance experience.
- Preferred prior experience with automotive repair (personal or professional).
- ASE Certifications (or equivalent) preferred.
Knowledge:
- Must be able to perform vehicle repairs with oversight.
- Ability to use shop equipment such as lifts, tire changing equipment, alignment machines, and scan tools.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
About us:
The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.
US EEO STATEMENT:
At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture – and our success and reputation as a company. Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique.
EOE, including disability/veteran.
INTRODUCTION
If you're looking for the benefits of joining an industry leader, with a high-charged, energy-filled environment, then you can stop looking, because you have found what you're looking for in the Experienced Automotive Technician position at our Hertz Rent-A-Car location. Bring your energy, drive, and motivation to Hertz, and set your goals on cruise control! The Hertz Corporation, a world leader in the car rental industry, currently seeks energetic team players to join our team.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Experienced Automotive Technician is the second level within the Hertz Corporation for our maintenance team. In this role you will be performing preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and inspection.
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
- The hourly rate is $33.80.
- Overtime Pay: Eligible (The company pays overtime in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Per company policy, approval is required prior to the use of overtime).
- Holiday Pay: Eligible (1.5 x regular pay rate for hours worked on a designated holiday, in addition to receiving 8 hours of holiday pay).
- Sick Pay: Granted Up to 48 hours.
- Paid Time Off / Vacation / Paid observed Holidays (Accruals start at .83 Days a Month, 4 Floating Holidays, 9 Paid Observed Holidays).
- Profit Sharing: Eligible.
- Benefits: Further program information can be found here at HertzBenefits.com. To include, but not limited to:
+ Up to 40% off the base rate of any standard Hertz Rental.
+ Medical, Dental & Vision plan options.
+ Life Insurance: (Hertz-paid Basic Life Insurance provides coverage equal to one-times your base annual pay, at no cost to you).
+ Retirement programs, including 401(k) employer matching: Hertz will match your contributions dollar for dollar on the first 3% you contribute and 50 cents per dollar on the next 2% you contribute.
+ Paid Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance.
+ Employee Assistance Program for employees & family.
+ Educational Reimbursement & Discounts.
+ Voluntary Insurance Programs - Pet, Legal/Identity Theft, Critical Illness.
+ Perks & Discounts – Theme Park Tickets, Gym Discounts & more.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Educational Background: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Professional Experience:
- At minimum three (3) years of vehicle maintenance experience.
- Preferred prior experience with automotive repair (personal or professional).
- ASE Certifications (or equivalent) preferred.
Knowledge:
- Must be able to perform vehicle repairs with oversight.
- Ability to use shop equipment such as lifts, tire changing equipment, alignment machines, and scan tools.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
About us:
The Hertz Corporation operates the Hertz, Dollar Car Rental, Thrifty Car Rental brands in approximately 9,700 corporate and franchisee locations throughout North America, Europe, The Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. The Hertz Corporation is one of the largest worldwide airport general use vehicle rental companies, and the Hertz brand is one of the most recognized in the world.
US EEO STATEMENT:
At Hertz, we champion and celebrate a culture of diversity and inclusion. We take affirmative steps to promote employment and advancement opportunities. The endless variety of perspectives, experiences, skills and talents that our employees invest in their work every day represent a significant part of our culture – and our success and reputation as a company. Individuals are encouraged to apply for positions because of the characteristics that make them unique.
EOE, including disability/veteran.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Experienced Project Manager
Lead with your PMP or domain credentials
Visa sponsorship for project managers hinges on specialty occupation status. A PMP certification combined with a degree in engineering, computer science, or business strengthens your petition significantly. Highlight both on every application and in interviews.
Target industries with established sponsorship track records
Tech, defense contracting, construction, and management consulting sponsor experienced project managers far more consistently than other sectors. These industries regularly file H-1B petitions for PMs and have internal immigration infrastructure to support the process.
Frame your role as requiring specialized technical knowledge
USCIS scrutinizes project manager petitions closely. Emphasize domain-specific expertise, such as software development lifecycle, infrastructure delivery, or clinical trial management, rather than general coordination duties. Your job description must reflect specialty-level complexity.
Prioritize larger employers over startups for sponsorship
Large companies with dedicated HR and legal teams process H-1B and E-3 petitions routinely. Smaller employers often lack the infrastructure or appetite for sponsorship. Targeting established organizations with 500-plus employees meaningfully improves your chances of receiving an offer.
Align your degree field with the role you are applying for
A degree in a loosely related field can create problems during adjudication. Project manager roles in IT are best supported by computer science or information systems degrees. Engineering PM roles pair best with an accredited engineering bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Apply to roles before H-1B registration in January and February
H-1B cap-subject sponsorship follows a strict annual timeline. Employers must register in March for an October start. Starting your job search by December gives employers enough runway to sponsor you through the current cap cycle without missing the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a project manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but it requires careful documentation. USCIS has historically challenged project manager petitions, so the job description must demonstrate that a specific bachelor's degree in a directly related field is a baseline requirement, not just preferred. Roles tied to a technical discipline, such as IT project management requiring a computer science degree, are approved far more consistently than general management positions with loosely defined degree requirements.
What visa options are available for experienced project managers seeking U.S. sponsorship?
The H-1B visa is the most common path and covers project managers across industries. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and is significantly easier to obtain. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa status for management consultant roles. O-1A is an option for PMs with documented exceptional achievements, such as managing landmark infrastructure or high-profile technology programs.
Which degree fields best support visa sponsorship for project management jobs?
Engineering, computer science, information systems, construction management, and business administration are the strongest degree fields for supporting a specialty occupation petition in project management. The key is alignment between your degree and the technical domain of the role. A civil engineering degree supports a construction PM role well. An MBA alone, without technical coursework, may not satisfy USCIS for an IT-focused position.
How competitive is the H-1B lottery for project managers, and are there cap-exempt alternatives?
The overall H-1B selection rate in recent years has been approximately 25%, meaning most registrants are not selected. For project managers, this makes cap-exempt employers, such as universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government contractors, worth targeting specifically. Australians sidestep the lottery entirely through the E-3 visa. You can browse roles from employers with established sponsorship histories on Migrate Mate.
Do employers typically sponsor project managers for green cards, or just temporary work visas?
Many large employers that sponsor H-1B project managers will also initiate green card sponsorship, typically through the EB-3 category via PERM labor certification. The EB-2 is available for those with advanced degrees. Timeline from H-1B to green card approval varies significantly based on your country of birth, with Indian-born nationals facing multi-decade backlogs. Discussing green card intent early in the hiring process is reasonable for senior PM roles.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Experienced Project 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.