H-1B Sponsors in Columbus for New Grads
Employers that filed H-1B applications for new hires at jobs in Columbus, Oct 2025 - Jun 2026: 155 at the entry-level wage (Level I) and 216 at Level II, the level many large companies use for new grads. “No lottery” marks universities, which are cap-exempt; “often no lottery” marks hospitals and research institutes that are cap-exempt when they are nonprofits tied to a university.
Frequently asked questions
Which companies sponsor H-1B for new grads in Columbus?
From Oct 2025 - Jun 2026, the most entry-level and early-career H-1B new hires in Columbus were at The Ohio State University (61), The Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital (13), JPMorgan Chase (13), Nationwide Children's Hospital (11), Strategic Systems (9).
Are there no-lottery (cap-exempt) H-1B employers in Columbus?
Yes. Universities file H-1Bs all year without the lottery. In Columbus they include The Ohio State University, University of Colorado.
Other cities
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification, LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 - Jun 2026), certified H-1B applications only. “Entry-level new hire” means a Labor Condition Application at prevailing wage Level I for new employment. An LCA is filed before an H-1B petition; it is not a visa approval, and some are never used. Past filings don't promise that a company will sponsor you. Check each job's posting and ask the recruiter.