3M H-1B Visa Sponsorship Guide 2026

700+ H-1B approvals per year · Median wage $98,000

Industrial Manufacturing & Technology · HQ: Saint Paul, MN

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700+
H-1B Approvals/Year
$98,000
Median H-1B Wage
87%
Approval Rate

Sponsorship Process

3M sponsors H-1B primarily for its R&D and engineering divisions. Minnesota headquarters has the highest concentration. 3M files both cap-subject and research-exempt petitions.

Top H-1B Roles at 3M

  • Chemical Engineer
  • Materials Scientist
  • Software Engineer
  • Electrical Engineer
  • Data Scientist
  • Research Scientist

3M H-1B Hiring Locations

Saint Paul, MNMaplewood, MNAustin, TXBrookings, SDSpringfield, MO

Frequently Asked Questions

Does 3M sponsor H-1B visas?

Yes. 3M files 700+ H-1B petitions annually for chemical engineering, materials science, software engineering, and data science roles at its R&D and manufacturing sites.

What is the average H-1B salary at 3M?

3M H-1B workers earn a median of $98,000/year. Materials scientists average $108,000 and software engineers average $115,000.

Where are 3M H-1B jobs located?

3M's main H-1B locations are Saint Paul MN and Maplewood MN (HQ campus). Additional sites in Austin TX and Brookings SD also sponsor H-1B workers.

What 3M divisions sponsor H-1B workers?

3M's Health Care, Transportation & Electronics, and Safety & Industrial divisions are the primary H-1B sponsors.

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