Many people want to live and work in the United States. If you do too, you’re not the only one — and there’s still a way to make it happen. The U.S. continues to be a top destination for international talent, and the good news is that more than 80,000 jobs in 2025 are expected to offer visa sponsorship to qualified candidates from abroad. We also have other easy guides on how to apply for things in the U.S. You can look at them below before moving on
Whether you’re a software developer in India, a nurse from the Philippines, or a mechanical engineer in Nigeria, U.S. companies are actively seeking global professionals to help fill skill gaps across several industries. This blog post will walk you through the industries hiring, the companies offering sponsorship, where to apply, and how to boost your chances of landing a job that can legally bring you to the United States.
Let’s break it all down.
What Is Visa Sponsorship?
In simple terms, visa sponsorship means that a U.S.-based employer is willing to support a foreign worker’s application for a visa that allows them to work legally in the country.
It’s not as simple as a handshake and a job offer. Employers must prove to U.S. immigration authorities that:
- They’ve offered a legitimate job to a foreign national,
- The role can’t be easily filled by a local worker, and
- The offered wage meets prevailing U.S. standards.
Popular U.S. Work Visas That Need Employer Help
One of the most common work visas is the H-1B visa, but many people apply for it, so it’s like a lottery — not everyone gets picked.
There are other types too, like the L-1 visa and the O-1 visa, and these don’t have the same limits on how many people can get them. Depending on your skills and experience, one of these might be a better option for you.
Sectors Hiring with Visa Sponsorship in the U.S. (2025)
These aren’t just tech giants, they range from hospitals and universities to hotels, farms, and engineering firms. Here’s a breakdown of the top industries offering visa-sponsored jobs and the kinds of roles available:
1. Technology and IT
Tech continues to lead the way when it comes to visa sponsorship. U.S. companies are constantly hunting for skilled software developers, data scientists, cloud engineers, cybersecurity experts, and AI specialists.
- Job Titles: Software Engineer, Data Analyst, DevOps Engineer, Cloud Architect
- Top Employers: Google, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, Infosys, IBM, Oracle
- Why the Demand? The U.S. tech labor market is tight, with more roles than domestic workers can fill, especially in machine learning and cloud infrastructure.
In 2024 alone, Amazon filed over 4,500 H-1B petitions, and companies like Infosys and TCS each sponsored thousands of jobs for offshore tech workers
2. Healthcare and Medical Fields
The U.S. healthcare system is facing a significant shortage of qualified staff, especially in rural areas. This opens opportunities for foreign medical professionals.
- Job Titles: Registered Nurse, Physician, Physical Therapist, Medical Technologist
- Top Employers: Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Kaiser Permanente, HCA Healthcare
- Why the Demand? Aging population + shortage of U.S.-trained nurses and doctors.
Sponsorship for nurses often comes via the EB-3 visa, which provides a direct pathway to permanent residency (green card) with no annual lottery.
3. Engineering and Manufacturing
From civil and electrical engineering to advanced manufacturing roles, the U.S. industrial sector has rebounded in recent years and continues to grow with infrastructure spending and green energy investments.
- Job Titles: Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
- Top Employers: General Electric, Tesla, Honeywell, Siemens, Boeing
- Why the Demand? Growing need for smart manufacturing and public infrastructure expertise.
4. Education and Research
If you’re a teacher or academic researcher, you may be surprised to learn that many schools and universities are looking abroad to fill teaching shortages, especially in STEM subjects.
- Job Titles: Math Teacher, Chemistry Professor, Research Scientist
- Top Employers: University of California System, New York City Public Schools, Teach for America (STEM roles)
- Why the Demand? Shortages in math, science, and special education teachers in U.S. public schools.
Teachers may qualify under the J-1 visa or sometimes through H-1B sponsorship from school districts.
5. Finance and Accounting
While not as widely known for visa sponsorship, the finance industry does have room for highly qualified international candidates, especially in analytics, compliance, and corporate accounting.
- Job Titles: Financial Analyst, Accountant, Risk Manager, Investment Banker
- Top Employers: JPMorgan Chase, Ernst & Young (EY), Deloitte, PwC, KPMG
- Why the Demand? U.S. firms value global perspectives and are used to sponsoring international MBAs.
The “Big Four” accounting firms are consistently among the top H-1B sponsors every year.
6. Hospitality and Tourism
Visa sponsorship in hospitality is often seasonal (H-2B) but can also include full-time management positions at global hotel brands and cruise lines.
- Job Titles: Chef, Restaurant Manager, Guest Services Coordinator, Housekeeping Supervisor
- Top Employers: Marriott, Hilton, Carnival Cruise Line, Four Seasons
- Why the Demand? High turnover rates and seasonal peaks create constant hiring demand.
7. Agriculture and Skilled Trades
Agriculture is one of the biggest employers of foreign labor through the H-2A visa, and seasonal construction or landscaping jobs are often filled through H-2B.
- Job Titles: Farm Worker, Tractor Operator, Landscaper, Construction Laborer
- Top Employers: Tyson Foods, Perdue Farms, Seasonal harvest companies, landscaping firms
- Why the Demand? Domestic labor shortages in physically demanding and rural-based roles
Final Thought
In 2025, there are over 80,000 jobs in the U.S. that can help people from other countries get a work visa. These jobs are in many places — big tech companies in California, hospitals in small towns, and big offices in New York. Employers are looking for skilled people from all over the world — maybe even you.
To get one of these jobs, you need to know where to search, how to show your skills, and how to apply the right way. It might take some time and effort, but many people do it every year — and so can you.
So now is a good time to fix up your resume, learn more, and start sending out job applications. Your dream job in the U.S. could be closer than you think.