Which jobs get H1B visa sponsorship from employers?

Employers are most likely to sponsor H1B working visas for jobs that require a specialty occupation, typically involving theoretical or technical expertise and at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field. Some of the most common job categories for H1B sponsorship include:

1. Information Technology (IT)

o Software Developers

o Data Scientists

o Systems Analysts

o Network Administrators

2. Engineering

o Electrical Engineers

o Mechanical Engineers

o Civil Engineers

o Industrial Engineers

3. Finance and Accounting

o Financial Analysts

o Accountants

o Auditors

4. Healthcare

o Physicians (especially in underserved areas)

o Physical Therapists

o Medical Technologists

5. Academia and Research

o University Professors

o Postdoctoral Researchers

o Scientists in STEM fields

6. Architecture and Design

o Architects

o Urban Planners

7. Business and Management

o Management Analysts

o Marketing Specialists (with technical or data-focused roles)

8. Legal and Compliance Roles (especially with U.S. law degrees)

H1B visa applications are employer-driven, so the company must be willing and able to file a petition on your behalf. The job role must also align with your educational background.