SOC code 19-3094
There have been 41 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Political Scientists on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 92.7% certified. The median annualized wage is $141,679. The top sponsor is The Asia Society, with most positions based in DC.
All sponsoring employers
20 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Political Scientists. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Access Now | 5 | 100.0% | $180,000 | NY | New York |
| The Asia Society | 5 | 100.0% | $135,000 | DC | Washington |
| Partnership For Public Service | 4 | 75.0% | $86,000 | DC | Washington |
| 3 | 66.7% | $231,000 | DC | Dc | |
| Kk Metamedia | 3 | 100.0% | $160,000 | CA | Beverly Hills |
| Uber | 3 | 100.0% | $148,000 | CA | San Francisco |
| Center For A New American Security | 2 | 100.0% | $150,000 | DC | Washington |
| Eurasia Group | 2 | 100.0% | $107,625 | DC | Washington |
| Georgetown University | 2 | 100.0% | $111,650 | DC | Washington |
| Thiel Capital | 2 | 100.0% | $150,000 | CA | West Hollywood |
| Anduril Industries | 1 | 0.0% | $100,000 | CA | Irvine |
| Brunel Resources | 1 | 100.0% | $160,000 | NY | New York |
| Campaign For Tobacco-Free Kids | 1 | 100.0% | $125,000 | DC | Washington D.C. |
| G3 Good Governance Group | 1 | 100.0% | $135,000 | NY | New York |
| International Foundation For Valuing Impacts | 1 | 100.0% | $115,000 | NY | New York |
| Migration Policy Institute | 1 | 100.0% | $83,600 | DC | Washington |
| U S Holocaust Memorial Museum | 1 | 100.0% | $98,826 | DC | Washington |
| Veracity Worldwide | 1 | 100.0% | $135,000 | NY | New York |
| Wildlife Justice Commission Investigations | 1 | 100.0% | $152,000 | HI | Honolulu |
| Zillow | 1 | 100.0% | $93,579 | WA | Seattle |
Top states
Where Political Scientists E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| DC | 19 (46.3%) | $113,300 |
| NY | 11 (26.8%) | $160,000 |
| CA | 9 (22%) | $148,000 |
| HI | 1 (2.4%) | $152,000 |
| WA | 1 (2.4%) | $93,579 |
Top cities
Cities where Political Scientists E-3 jobs are filed.
| City | State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | DC | 15 | $110,000 |
| New York | NY | 11 | $160,000 |
| San Francisco | CA | 3 | $148,000 |
| Beverly Hills | CA | 2 | $150,000 |
| Dc | DC | 2 | $231,000 |
| West Hollywood | CA | 2 | $150,000 |
| Honolulu | HI | 1 | $152,000 |
| Irvine | CA | 1 | $100,000 |
| Los Angeles | CA | 1 | $160,000 |
| Seattle | WA | 1 | $93,579 |
| Washington D.C. | DC | 1 | $125,000 |
| Washington DC | DC | 1 | $206,000 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Special Advisor, Transition and Management | 4 |
| EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS SPECIALIST | 4 |
| Fellow, Chinese Politics | 3 |
| Senior Advisor on Multilateral Affairs to the ASPI President | 2 |
| Policy Research Associate | 2 |
| Policy Analyst | 2 |
| Managing Director | 2 |
| Manager, Public Policy | 2 |
| Government Affairs & Public Policy Manager | 2 |
| Social Impact Manager | 1 |
| Senior Law and Policy Associate | 1 |
| Senior Director of Investigations | 1 |
| Senior Associate | 1 |
| Senior Analyst, China & Northeast Asia | 1 |
| SENIOR PUBLIC POLICY ASSOCIATE | 1 |
| SENIOR FELLOW | 1 |
| Public Policy Analyst | 1 |
| Political Consultant | 1 |
| POLICY AND INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE ASSOCIATE | 1 |
| HEAD OF STRATEGIC PROJECTS AND GOVERNMENT ADVOCACY | 1 |
| Government Affairs & Public Policy Manager 1615.59769 | 1 |
| Fellow | 1 |
| Executive Director, International Human Rights Specialist | 1 |
| Director - Project Execution and Media Strategy | 1 |
| Director | 1 |
| Associate Director, Gender Advocacy, Data for Health Program | 1 |
| Analyst, China | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Political Scientists. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 5 | 80.0% | $95,000 | |
| FY2021 | 9 | 100.0% | $160,000 | |
| FY2022 | 6 | 100.0% | $160,000 | |
| FY2023 | 8 | 75.0% | $140,000 | |
| FY2024 | 9 | 100.0% | $135,000 | |
| FY2025 | 2 | 100.0% | $160,000 | |
| FY2026 | 2 | 100.0% | $141,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Political Scientists have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 41 Labor Condition Application filings for Political Scientists on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 92.7% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Political Scientists on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Political Scientists on the E-3 visa is $141,679, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Political Scientists on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Political Scientists are: Access Now (5 filings), The Asia Society (5 filings), Partnership For Public Service (4 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa political scientists based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Political Scientists are based in: DC (19 filings), NY (11 filings), CA (9 filings).
Can Australians work as political scientists 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. Political Scientists is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
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