SOC code 39-2011
There have been 16 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Animal Trainers on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 68.8% certified. The median annualized wage is $113,491. The top sponsor is Cedar Creek Kennels, with most positions based in MN.
All sponsoring employers
8 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Animal Trainers. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Kennels | 4 | 25.0% | $60,000 | IL |
| Ellen Kealey Horsemanship | 3 | 100.0% | $124,800 | MN |
| Fable Farm | 2 | 100.0% | $156,000 | MN |
| Mississippi Aquarium | 2 | 50.0% | $45,000 | MS |
| Stuart M Rybak | 2 | 50.0% | $70,657 | TX |
| Holly Lane Stud East | 1 | 100.0% | $40,000 | NJ |
| National Aquarium | 1 | 100.0% | $31,900 | MD |
| Stephen Bradley Eventing | 1 | 100.0% | $52,000 | VA |
Top states
Where Animal Trainers E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings |
|---|---|
| MN | 5 (31.3%) |
| IL | 4 (25%) |
| TX | 2 (12.5%) |
| MS | 2 (12.5%) |
| VA | 1 (6.3%) |
| NJ | 1 (6.3%) |
| MD | 1 (6.3%) |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| DIRECTOR OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS | 4 |
| Supervisor of Marine Mammals | 2 |
| Horsemanship Clinician and Educator | 2 |
| Horse Trainer | 2 |
| EXPERT TRAINER | 2 |
| Business Supervisor | 2 |
| Expert Trainer | 1 |
| Behavioral Husbandry Trainer | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Animal Trainers. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2021 | 4 | 75.0% | $70,657 | |
| FY2023 | 9 | 55.6% | $60,000 | |
| FY2024 | 1 | 100.0% | $104,000 | |
| FY2025 | 1 | 100.0% | $124,800 | |
| FY2026 | 1 | 100.0% | $208,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Animal Trainers have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 16 Labor Condition Application filings for Animal Trainers on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 68.8% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Animal Trainers on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Animal Trainers on the E-3 visa is $113,491, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Animal Trainers on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Animal Trainers are: Cedar Creek Kennels (4 filings), Ellen Kealey Horsemanship (3 filings), Fable Farm (2 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa animal trainers based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Animal Trainers are based in: MN (5 filings), IL (4 filings), TX (2 filings).
Can Australians work as animal trainers on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Animal Trainers is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
