Search Analyst Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Search Analyst roles sit squarely within USCIS's specialty occupation definition, making H-1B, O-1, and E-3 (for Australians) sponsorship realistic for qualified candidates. Employers in this space regularly file LCAs, and competition for sponsored slots is lower than in software engineering. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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The Digital Organization within Molex is seeking Data Science, Computer Science and IT interns to join our team(s) this upcoming Summer 2026 in Lisle, IL. Koch Industries has been consistently selected as one of the top 100 Internship Programs in the U.S by WayUp. The internship opportunity will be a 12-week program running from late May to mid-August 2026. At Koch, interns gain real-world, hands-on experience, with the opportunity to tackle significant projects, problem-solve, and take ownership of their work. Alongside your day-to-day role, the Koch Intern Program offers an opportunity to learn more about Koch, our people, Principle Based Management, and the local community you will be working in, all while growing your network. Through weekly learning sessions, location-specific programming, and professional development, we aim to help every individual grow and learn how they can best contribute. This 12-week program will allow you to experience Life at Koch, as you start your career and go anywhere within our network of companies. All Interns will be required to be in the office in Lisle 5 days a week.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Search Analyst Intern: We are looking for support to document our current Lucidworks search engine implementation and explore alternative solutions that are more cost-effective and efficient. This role will also involve research and R&D activities focused on modern search technologies and Generative AI applications to enhance search relevance and user experience. This role will work on a potential POC for an alternate elastic search solution.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Enrolled in a degree or alternative program. (e.g., 2-year technical college program, certificate program, upskilling program, etc.)
- Eligible for full time employment on or before Summer 2027.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with data analytics platforms, business process technology, and basic coding skills such as PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau, SQL, and robotic process automation
- Strong Microsoft Outlook skills
- Strong critical and entrepreneurial thinking skills
- Initiative, natural curiosity, strong communication skills, and an aptitude for fast-paced learning
For this role, we anticipate paying $30 per hour
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
HIRING PHILOSOPHY
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
WHO WE ARE
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
OUR BENEFITS
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
INTRODUCTION
The Digital Organization within Molex is seeking Data Science, Computer Science and IT interns to join our team(s) this upcoming Summer 2026 in Lisle, IL. Koch Industries has been consistently selected as one of the top 100 Internship Programs in the U.S by WayUp. The internship opportunity will be a 12-week program running from late May to mid-August 2026. At Koch, interns gain real-world, hands-on experience, with the opportunity to tackle significant projects, problem-solve, and take ownership of their work. Alongside your day-to-day role, the Koch Intern Program offers an opportunity to learn more about Koch, our people, Principle Based Management, and the local community you will be working in, all while growing your network. Through weekly learning sessions, location-specific programming, and professional development, we aim to help every individual grow and learn how they can best contribute. This 12-week program will allow you to experience Life at Koch, as you start your career and go anywhere within our network of companies. All Interns will be required to be in the office in Lisle 5 days a week.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Search Analyst Intern: We are looking for support to document our current Lucidworks search engine implementation and explore alternative solutions that are more cost-effective and efficient. This role will also involve research and R&D activities focused on modern search technologies and Generative AI applications to enhance search relevance and user experience. This role will work on a potential POC for an alternate elastic search solution.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Enrolled in a degree or alternative program. (e.g., 2-year technical college program, certificate program, upskilling program, etc.)
- Eligible for full time employment on or before Summer 2027.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with data analytics platforms, business process technology, and basic coding skills such as PowerBI, Alteryx, Tableau, SQL, and robotic process automation
- Strong Microsoft Outlook skills
- Strong critical and entrepreneurial thinking skills
- Initiative, natural curiosity, strong communication skills, and an aptitude for fast-paced learning
For this role, we anticipate paying $30 per hour
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
HIRING PHILOSOPHY
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
WHO WE ARE
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
OUR BENEFITS
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Search Analyst
Lead with your degree field, not just your title
USCIS requires a direct connection between your bachelor's degree and the Search Analyst role. A degree in statistics, computer science, marketing analytics, or economics strengthens your specialty occupation case significantly more than a general business degree.
Target employers with a history of LCA filings
Not every employer knows how to sponsor a Search Analyst. Focus on companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for analytics or marketing research roles before, that institutional knowledge makes the process faster and reduces denial risk substantially.
Frame your role around data methodology, not job duties
When employers describe your position for an H-1B petition, the role must require a specific degree. Emphasize quantitative methods, search algorithm analysis, and statistical modeling, framing that distinguishes the role from general marketing work without a degree requirement.
Australians should explore the E-3 route first
The E-3 visa has no lottery, processes in weeks rather than months, and the 10,500 annual cap has never been reached. Search Analyst roles qualify as specialty occupations, making E-3 one of the most practical sponsorship paths available to Australian candidates.
Get your I-94 and LCA status confirmed before starting
Before your first day, confirm your employer has a certified LCA and that your I-94 reflects the correct visa classification. Mismatches between your authorized role and actual job duties are a common compliance issue that creates problems at renewal time.
Use OPT strategically while your H-1B is pending
F-1 graduates can begin working as a Search Analyst on OPT while the employer files an H-1B petition. Cap-gap protections extend your OPT authorization through September 30 if your status expires during the transition, keeping you work-authorized without interruption.
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Does a Search Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just any degree. Search Analyst roles that involve statistical modeling, search algorithm analysis, or performance attribution generally qualify, particularly when the job description ties duties to a quantitative discipline like statistics, computer science, or applied mathematics. Generalist roles that accept any degree are more vulnerable to challenge.
What degree do I need to get sponsored as a Search Analyst?
A bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, economics, information systems, or marketing analytics is the strongest foundation. The key is that your degree field must logically connect to the analytical requirements of the role. USCIS looks at whether the position requires that specific field, not just that you happen to have a degree. Three years of qualifying work experience can substitute for one year of formal education if your degree is in a related but not directly matching field.
How likely is it that employers will sponsor a Search Analyst for an H-1B?
Sponsorship willingness varies by employer size and industry. Large technology companies, e-commerce platforms, and digital agencies with established immigration programs are more likely to sponsor. Smaller agencies often lack the infrastructure. The H-1B lottery adds uncertainty, only about 25% of registrations are selected in competitive years. Australians can sidestep this entirely with the E-3 visa, which has no lottery. Browse open Search Analyst roles on Migrate Mate to find employers who actively sponsor.
Can I work as a Search Analyst on OPT before getting H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. F-1 graduates can work as a Search Analyst on post-completion OPT for up to 12 months. STEM OPT extension adds another 24 months if your degree qualifies, degrees in statistics, computer science, and information systems typically do. During STEM OPT, your employer must enroll in E-Verify and provide a formal training plan. This gives you up to three years to work while pursuing H-1B sponsorship, which can include multiple lottery cycles.
What makes a Search Analyst application more likely to be approved?
Two factors drive approval: a well-written job description that ties every major duty to a specific degree requirement, and a degree that directly matches the field. Petitions that describe duties in generic marketing terms, without connecting them to quantitative analysis or a specific academic discipline, face higher rates of Requests for Evidence. Having an employer experienced with H-1B filings, and an immigration attorney who understands analytics roles, meaningfully improves outcomes.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Search Analyst 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.
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