Do GIS Companies in USA sponsor an employee from abroad?

[veer12421]

I am working as a Geographical information systems specialist in my country. I have masters and certificates on this subject. But due to high inflation in my country, I want to continue my profession in another country. When I search LinkedIn, I see that the most job postings for this topic are in the United States. I see good pay even in beginner level jobs. Do you think it's impossible for me to find a company in the US that will allow me to work as a sponsor through LinkedIn or any other site?

[DerekLaw]

Hi @veer12421, 

> Do GIS Companies in USA sponsor an employee from abroad?

This will really depend on the company offering the GIS job(s). I know that some larger GIS consulting firms have hired foreign nationals to fill their open positions. But it will depend on their HR resources and whether or not they will help sponsor you. It probably also depends on your country of origin.

Good luck with the job search!

[Murad_geo]

good luck

[BrilliantNtshangule]

Does ESRI have any scholarships or exchange programs for students?

[DerekLaw]

Hi @BrilliantNtshangule,

FYI, please take a look here: 
https://www.esri.com/en-us/about/careers/student-jobs

Hope this helps,