International Applicants
UW-Green Bay values the global perspectives that international faculty and lecturers bring to our campuses. Whether you are applying from abroad or are already in the United States, UW-Green Bay partners with the Universities of Wisconsin System to guide you through the complex U.S. employment and immigration process. For further information, refer to the UW-Madison International Faculty and Staff Services (IFSS).
Who UW-Green Bay Can Sponsor
UW-Green Bay sponsors certain employment-based immigration statuses for eligible positions. Sponsorship is limited by federal law, university policy and the nature of the appointment. Each position must be reviewed for eligibility before any sponsorship can begin.
Eligible Positions
UW-Green Bay may sponsor:
- Tenure-track faculty
- Ongoing assistant teaching professors
These positions are potentially eligible for:
- H-1B temporary worker status
(employment-based work authorization) - Employment-based permanent residence
(the I-140 immigrant petition)
Ineligible Positions
At this time, UW-Green Bay doesn't sponsor visas for:
- Non-instructional positions
- Temporary, short-term, student or training positions
- Most project, ad-hoc, limited-term or less than 50% FTE appointments
- Self-sponsored or independent contractor arrangements
Immigration Resources
Federal Agencies
These federal agencies oversee the U.S. immigration system:
UW-Green Bay
For UW-Green Bay–specific immigration services, your primary resource is:
UW-Madison International Faculty & Staff Services (IFSS)
The official immigration office for UW System employees
Have Questions?
If you have any questions, need accommodations or submitted your application with missing materials, contact us in Human Resources. Call (920) 465-2390 or email jobs@uwgb.edu.