Student Engagement Coordinator Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Student Engagement Coordinators working in the U.S. on a visa typically qualify under specialty occupation status, with H-1B and O-1 being the most common sponsorship paths. Roles at universities and nonprofits often fall under cap-exempt H-1B eligibility, which skips the lottery entirely. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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$37,330.00 - $48,529.00 Annually
Location
Beaumont, TX
Job Type
Full-Time Staff
Job Number
202600109
Home Org
Vice President Student Affairs
Opening Date
03/10/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Summary
The Student Engagement Coordinator supports a vibrant campus experience by leading student involvement initiatives and major programming efforts. This position provides direct supervision, guidance, and support to the Cardinals Activities Board (CAB) and commuter programming, overseeing the recruitment, training, and supervision of student directors and student workers involved in planning and executing events. The coordinator manages student scheduling and timesheets, designs and implements programs that enhance the student experience, and ensures all CAB events are effectively planned, executed, and evaluated.
Working collaboratively with university departments and student groups, the coordinator assists with planning and executing large campus-wide events, such as Homecoming, tailgates, and involvement fairs. The role is responsible for managing designated programming budgets, monitoring student staffing hours, and maintaining accurate financial records.
Additionally, the Coordinator leads marketing and communication efforts for student activities by organizing, creating, and distributing publications and promotional materials for students, faculty, and staff. Serving as a primary liaison among entertainers, agencies, and campus partners, the coordinator negotiates and coordinates contractual agreements and supports partnerships that enhance programming efforts. Through effective leadership, teamwork, and event management, this position plays an essential role in supporting student involvement and campus engagement.
Essential Job Functions
- Leads, supervises, and mentors the Cardinals Activities Board (CAB) and commuter programming, including recruiting, training, and overseeing student directors and student workers; managing schedules and time sheets; designing programs that enhance student experiences; supervising event setup, execution, and teardown; and evaluating program effectiveness.
- Collaborates with university departments and student groups to plan and coordinate events and supports the Associate Director in executing major campus-wide programs such as Homecoming, tailgates, and involvement fairs.
- Manages designated programming budgets, maintains accurate financial records, and ensures student working hours remain within allocated salary budgets.
- Develops, organizes, and distributes publications and promotional materials to effectively communicate student activities and programming to students, faculty, and staff.
- Serves as the primary liaison with entertainers, agencies, and campus partners; assists with negotiations and contractual coordination; and works with both on-campus and off-campus groups to support successful program execution.
Minimum and Desired Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in higher education administration, counseling, sociology or social sciences, communications, or a related field.
- 1 year of higher education experience related to student involvement, activities, programming, and student organizations.
- Must possess demonstrated experience in event and budget planning.
- Knowledge and experience using integrated software systems, including but not limited to: Campus Groups (or similar engagement software), Microsoft Office Suite, Banner, and Adobe Suite.
Desired Qualifications:
- Master's degree in higher education administration, counseling, sociology, social sciences, communications, or a related field.
- Valid Driver’s license without any moving traffic violations.
Supplemental Information
Key Competencies:
- Knowledge of event management and student programming practices, including planning, implementation, and assessment of student activities.
- Understanding of advising practices and student organizations' operations, including use of digital platforms, social media, and graphic design tools for event promotion.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous programs.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support events and student activities.
- Advise and mentor student leaders.
Physical Requirements:
Able to lift 25 pounds and perform various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.
Job Conditions:
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with extensive public contact and frequent interruptions.
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Salary
$37,330.00 - $48,529.00 Annually
Location
Beaumont, TX
Job Type
Full-Time Staff
Job Number
202600109
Home Org
Vice President Student Affairs
Opening Date
03/10/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Job Summary
The Student Engagement Coordinator supports a vibrant campus experience by leading student involvement initiatives and major programming efforts. This position provides direct supervision, guidance, and support to the Cardinals Activities Board (CAB) and commuter programming, overseeing the recruitment, training, and supervision of student directors and student workers involved in planning and executing events. The coordinator manages student scheduling and timesheets, designs and implements programs that enhance the student experience, and ensures all CAB events are effectively planned, executed, and evaluated.
Working collaboratively with university departments and student groups, the coordinator assists with planning and executing large campus-wide events, such as Homecoming, tailgates, and involvement fairs. The role is responsible for managing designated programming budgets, monitoring student staffing hours, and maintaining accurate financial records.
Additionally, the Coordinator leads marketing and communication efforts for student activities by organizing, creating, and distributing publications and promotional materials for students, faculty, and staff. Serving as a primary liaison among entertainers, agencies, and campus partners, the coordinator negotiates and coordinates contractual agreements and supports partnerships that enhance programming efforts. Through effective leadership, teamwork, and event management, this position plays an essential role in supporting student involvement and campus engagement.
Essential Job Functions
- Leads, supervises, and mentors the Cardinals Activities Board (CAB) and commuter programming, including recruiting, training, and overseeing student directors and student workers; managing schedules and time sheets; designing programs that enhance student experiences; supervising event setup, execution, and teardown; and evaluating program effectiveness.
- Collaborates with university departments and student groups to plan and coordinate events and supports the Associate Director in executing major campus-wide programs such as Homecoming, tailgates, and involvement fairs.
- Manages designated programming budgets, maintains accurate financial records, and ensures student working hours remain within allocated salary budgets.
- Develops, organizes, and distributes publications and promotional materials to effectively communicate student activities and programming to students, faculty, and staff.
- Serves as the primary liaison with entertainers, agencies, and campus partners; assists with negotiations and contractual coordination; and works with both on-campus and off-campus groups to support successful program execution.
Minimum and Desired Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in higher education administration, counseling, sociology or social sciences, communications, or a related field.
- 1 year of higher education experience related to student involvement, activities, programming, and student organizations.
- Must possess demonstrated experience in event and budget planning.
- Knowledge and experience using integrated software systems, including but not limited to: Campus Groups (or similar engagement software), Microsoft Office Suite, Banner, and Adobe Suite.
Desired Qualifications:
- Master's degree in higher education administration, counseling, sociology, social sciences, communications, or a related field.
- Valid Driver’s license without any moving traffic violations.
Supplemental Information
Key Competencies:
- Knowledge of event management and student programming practices, including planning, implementation, and assessment of student activities.
- Understanding of advising practices and student organizations' operations, including use of digital platforms, social media, and graphic design tools for event promotion.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple simultaneous programs.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support events and student activities.
- Advise and mentor student leaders.
Physical Requirements:
Able to lift 25 pounds and perform various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.
Job Conditions:
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with extensive public contact and frequent interruptions.
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Student Engagement Coordinator
Target universities and colleges first
Higher education institutions are among the most experienced H-1B sponsors for this role. Many are cap-exempt, meaning your petition goes straight to USCIS review without waiting for the annual lottery in April.
Confirm your degree field aligns with the role
Student affairs, higher education administration, counseling, or psychology degrees most directly support a specialty occupation argument. A general business degree may require additional documentation showing its direct relevance to student engagement work.
Ask about cap-exempt status before applying
Nonprofit organizations affiliated with universities or research institutions can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. This is a significant advantage, approvals can happen year-round rather than waiting for October 1 start dates.
Document your specialized knowledge clearly
USCIS scrutinizes student affairs roles more than technical positions. Ask your employer to detail in the petition why the job requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific field, not just any degree.
Consider the O-1A if you have standout credentials
Published research on student success, awards in higher education, or leadership roles in national student affairs organizations can support an O-1A petition, which has no cap, no lottery, and no nationality restrictions.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Not every institution openly advertises visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters jobs by sponsorship willingness, so you spend time applying to roles where an employer is already open to supporting your petition process.
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Does a Student Engagement Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it requires a strong employer petition. USCIS expects the role to normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as higher education administration, counseling, or student affairs. Generic job descriptions that accept any degree in any field are the most common reason these petitions face scrutiny or denial. Employers at accredited universities tend to build the strongest cases.
Are there visa options that avoid the H-1B lottery for this role?
Yes. Universities, affiliated nonprofits, and qualifying research institutions can file cap-exempt H-1B petitions, bypassing the lottery entirely. If you already hold H-1B status from a previous employer, a new cap-exempt employer can also file without waiting for the next registration cycle. This makes higher education one of the most practical sectors for international candidates in student-facing roles.
What visa options exist for Student Engagement Coordinators outside of H-1B?
The O-1A is worth exploring if you have documented achievements in student affairs, published research, or national recognition in higher education. The J-1 exchange visitor visa is another path, particularly for roles with a research or cultural exchange component. Australian citizens may qualify for the E-3, and Canadian and Mexican nationals can explore the TN visa if the role meets the applicable specialty occupation criteria.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a visa for this role?
Migrate Mate is the most efficient starting point. It surfaces Student Engagement Coordinator openings from employers who have indicated sponsorship willingness, so you're not cold-applying to roles where immigration support was never on the table. Focusing your search on universities, community colleges, and large nonprofit student organizations increases your odds significantly, as these employers have established HR and legal processes for sponsorship.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I already work as a Student Engagement Coordinator?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, without waiting for approval, provided your current status is valid and you have no unauthorized gaps in employment. If you're moving from a for-profit employer to a cap-exempt university, the transfer also shifts your petition outside the cap, which gives you more flexibility in future employer changes.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Student Engagement Coordinator 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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