Guide to Work: USA

Finding work in the USA can be difficult. There are many visa procedures and protocols you need to be aware of when searching for work.

Finding work overseas can be difficult. If you have decided to move in search of a new job, you need to be aware of the realities you will face. There are a lot of elements to take into consideration when working abroad. It is important to prioritise your list of needs and decide whether the job and country is right for you. Find out more about working in the USA at PROSPECTS.

Working visa requirements

Foreign Commonwealth office (from UK):

Highlights the most common types of travel and reflects the UK government’s understanding of rules currently in place. This information is for travellers using a full ‘British Citizen’ passport. If you are unclear about any aspect of the entry requirements, or you need further assistance, you need to contact the Embassy, High Commission or Consulate.

Visa for USA:

Instructions to process your visa application. Please read the instruction, processes, and requirements.  

Working Visa:

You must obtain a visa to enter the USA, whether a temporary stay or a permanent residence. Temporary work visas are also available for those entering the United States for fixed term employment. Each visa requires a prospective employer to file a petition with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), once this is approved you can apply for a work visa. You cannot work on a visitor visa, business visa or under the Visa Waiver Programme (VMP). There are 11 types of temporary visa applications:

  • Visa H-1B: Person in Specialty Occupation 
  • Visa H-3: Trainee or Special Education visitor 
  • Visa L: Company Transferee  
  • Visa O: Individual with Extraordinary Ability or Achievement
  • Visa P-2: Artist or Entertainer (Individual or Group) 
  • Visa P-3: Artist or Entertainer (Individual or Group)

Job searching links

Useful contacts:
Recruitment Agencies:
  • JBC – Fashion luxury, Buying & Merchandising, Stylist, photography, Designers  
  • Take 3 Talent – Acting, Modelling
  • 24 Seven – Buying and merchandising, production, sales, design, retail, beauty, marketing
  • Robert Half – Accountancy, Finance, Administrative, Technology, Creative, legal, Marketing 
  • Thrive – TV/Film production companies, agencies, broadcasters, and distributors
Job boards and networking sites:
  • The Fashion Network – Fashion Retail, Ecommerce, Designers, Technical, Print, CAD, Graphic, Textile Designers, Business Development, Sales and Account Executives, Retail. Production, Product Development, Planners  
  • Knitwell – Retail brand portfolio and marketing   
  • Business of Fashion USA – Fashion and lifestyle roles across USA and Canada  
  • Stylecareers – Fashion and lifestyle job alerts, Career events 
  • Glassdoor – Job board across, Retail, Branding, Commercial  
  • Production Hub – TV/ Film/ Theatre, Artist, Production, Runners, Sports Brand, Broadcasting, Marketing & PR, Digital Media, Advertising
  • USA Job Nexus – Recruitment agency search engine in USA opportunities sector specific, free sign up for job alerts from agencies   
  • Back Stage – Performance, Theatre, Production  
International Brands with Franchisee Companies: