The Mobility and Immigration team supporting Saint-Gobain North America is seeking a VIE Program and Immigration Specialist to join the team. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Mobility Immigration and HR Compliance Programs, this role will oversee the operational management of the French Volontariat International en Entreprise (VIE) program in the United States and Canada, while also supporting foreign students and new hires with F1 and J1 visas in the United States. This position ensures smooth integration, compliance with visa and employment regulations, and an exceptional experience for all international participants. This role is key to the functioning of the different Mobility programs (VIE, Immigration) as all aspects are centralized within the department. The incumbent is expected to be involved in individual cases and will be accountable for supporting and administering the VIE Program for North America.

 

VIE Program Coordination, support and development:

Serve as the primary point of contact for the French company deploying VIE participants to the U.S. and Canada Manage all administrative processes related to the program, including work permits, visas, and compliance with immigration laws Coordinate onboarding and integration of VIE participants in host companies Monitor and evaluate the progress of VIE assignments to ensure alignment with program goals Act as a resource for VIE participants, providing guidance on professional, cultural, and logistical matters Address and resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during assignments Develop best practices and recommendations to improve program implementation Participate in regular Review meetings with France as to identify next step for VIE (Local hire or return)

 

Support for F1 and J1 Visa Holders (Full Time Employees & Foreign Interns):

Manage all aspects of onboarding, employment authorization (e.g., OPT, STEM OPT extensions), and compliance for foreign students with F1 visas Provide guidance to host companies and participants on J1 visa requirements, including employer sponsorship, SEVIS tracking, and DS-2019 forms Collaborate with immigration attorneys to ensure adherence to visa regulations Assist participants with transitioning between visa statuses as needed, such as from F1 to H1B or other work visas Local payroll to implement (provide direction to HR when needed) Audit payroll (FICA status to manage) and provide tax information to visa holder when appropriate

Compliance & Reporting:

Ensure the programs complies with immigration requirements and tax regulations in both the U.S. and Canada Maintain detailed records and generate periodic reports on the program's status and outcomes Track vacation days and location of J-1 visa holders (Shared calendar) and follow-up if needed Approve/Deny expenses submitted (TECC)