Top 10 Food and Beverage Companies Hiring OPT Students
The top 10 food and beverage companies hiring OPT students include Sodexo, Sysco, and PepsiCo, spanning food service management, ingredient manufacturing, packaged goods, and distribution across the U.S. Migrate Mate is tracking 1,146 live OPT jobs across these employers as of October 22, 2026, updated daily. For F-1 students whose field of study aligns with food science, supply chain, engineering, business, or operations, these employers offer roles where OPT work authorization is accepted without any employer filing requirement.
Which food and beverage companies hire the most OPT students?
Ranked by live OPT openings on Migrate Mate, updated daily
- 01
Sodexo
Food ServiceOperationsFacilitiesSodexo has 468 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate, the most of any food and beverage company on this list. Its openings concentrate in Hospitality & Guest Services and Food Service. Sodexo provides food service, facilities management, and employee benefits services to organizations worldwide.
Open roles by team
- Hospitality & Guest Services521
- Food Service224
- Nursing150
- Customer Service & Support122
- Project & Program Management120
+514 roles across other teams
Open roles at Sodexo468 openSee all 468+ Sodexo OPT jobsApplyDietitian Nutritionist IEast Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania · On-siteApplySenior Bid ManagerRemote · RemoteApplyMulti eXPress ManagerGreensboro, North Carolina · HybridApplyFood Operations ManagerEau Claire, Wisconsin · On-siteApplyManager, Employee RelationsRemote · Remote - 02
Sysco
Food DistributionSupply ChainLogisticsSysco has 233 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Sales and Account Management. Sysco distributes food products, kitchen equipment, and supplies to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and institutions across North America.
Open roles by team
- Sales211
- Account Management193
- Inside Sales181
- Consulting & Strategy99
- Customer Service & Support72
+127 roles across other teams
Open roles at Sysco233 openSee all 233+ Sysco OPT jobsApplyManager, Advanced Analytics Strategy and TranslationHouston, Texas · On-siteApplySafety SpecialistIndianapolis, Indiana · On-siteApplyLeave of Absence AnalystJessup, Maryland · On-siteApplyProduct Support AdvisorCleveland, Ohio · On-siteApplyCash and Carry ManagerSaint Cloud, Minnesota · On-site - 03
PepsiCo
BeveragesConsumer GoodsMarketingPepsiCo has 72 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Warehouse & Logistics and Customer Service & Support. PepsiCo manufactures and markets a portfolio of beverage and snack food brands sold in more than 200 countries.
Open roles by team
- Warehouse & Logistics37
- Customer Service & Support29
- Project & Program Management28
- Sales25
- Account Management19
+147 roles across other teams
Open roles at PepsiCo72 openSee all 72+ PepsiCo OPT jobsApplyDelivery District LeaderRome, Georgia · On-siteApplyLine Pair LeadJacksonville, Florida · On-siteApplyWarehouse LeaderOlathe, Kansas · On-siteApplyMarketing ManagerPlano, Texas · On-siteApplyFood Service Sales RepresentativeJoplin, Missouri · On-site Unlock every OPT job from these sponsors
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Dennis Group
EngineeringFood ProcessingDesignDennis Group has 66 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Project & Program Management and Engineering (Non-Software). Dennis Group provides planning, architecture, and engineering services for food and beverage processing facilities.
Open roles by team
- Project & Program Management62
- Engineering (Non-Software)62
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering44
- Construction32
- Civil & Structural Engineering13
+52 roles across other teams
Open roles at Dennis Group66 openSee all 66+ Dennis Group OPT jobsApplyLearning SpecialistSalt Lake City, Utah · On-siteApplyStructural Engineer IISalt Lake City, Utah · On-siteApplyEntry Level Process EngineerAustin, Texas · On-siteApplyArchitect Entry LevelSalt Lake City, Utah · On-siteApplyTraveling Construction Manager II/IIIJackson, Mississippi · On-site - 05
James Madison University
Higher EducationResearchAdministrationJames Madison University has 66 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Teaching & Instruction and Higher Education. James Madison University is a public university in Virginia offering degree programs across business, science, arts, and education.
Open roles by team
- Teaching & Instruction70
- Higher Education34
- Nursing14
- Healthcare Administration12
- Project & Program Management11
+52 roles across other teams
Open roles at James Madison University66 openSee all 66+ James Madison University OPT jobsApplyLecturer of Music Industry: Arts AdministrationHarrisonburg, Virginia · On-siteApplyIntelligence Analysis - Assistant/Associate ProfessorHarrisonburg, Virginia · On-siteApplyTenure-Track Assistant Professor of PsychologyHarrisonburg, Virginia · On-siteApplyAssistant/Associate Professor of Intelligence AnalysisHarrisonburg, Virginia · On-siteApplyAccessibility SpecialistHarrisonburg, Virginia · On-site - Editor’s note
How this list is ranked
These employers are ranked by how many roles open to OPT candidates they have live on Migrate Mate right now. OPT is your own work authorization rather than something the employer files, so the practical question is whether the role fits your field of study and whether the team has hired people on OPT before.
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Tyson Foods Incorporated
Food ManufacturingSupply ChainOperationsTyson Foods Incorporated has 64 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Manufacturing Operations and Maintenance & Repair. Tyson Foods produces and markets chicken, beef, pork, and prepared food products to retail and foodservice customers worldwide.
Open roles by team
- Manufacturing Operations22
- Maintenance & Repair17
- Project & Program Management14
- Human Resources13
- Customer Service & Support13
+145 roles across other teams
Open roles at Tyson Foods Incorporated64 openSee all 64+ Tyson Foods Incorporated OPT jobsApplyAssociate Manager SalesSpringdale, Arkansas · On-siteApplyAnalyst FinanceSpringdale, Arkansas · On-siteApplyHuman Resources (HR) GeneralistTecumseh, Nebraska · On-siteApplySenior Analyst Sales Strategy & PlanningSpringdale, Arkansas · On-siteApplySenior Specialist Meetings & ServicesSpringdale, Arkansas · On-site - 07
Perdue
PoultryFood ManufacturingSupply ChainPerdue has 62 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Project & Program Management and Engineering (Non-Software). Perdue Farms produces poultry and grain-based food products distributed to retail, foodservice, and institutional customers.
Open roles by team
- Project & Program Management48
- Engineering (Non-Software)33
- Manufacturing Operations27
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering24
- Warehouse & Logistics21
+88 roles across other teams
Open roles at Perdue62 openSee all 62+ Perdue OPT jobsApplyKey Account ManagerSalisbury, Maryland · HybridApplyTrade Execution MerchandiserSalisbury, Maryland · On-siteApplyOil Refinery SupervisorSalisbury, Maryland · On-siteApplyMaintenance SupervisorBowersville, Georgia · On-siteApplyOil Refinery Production SupervisorSalisbury, Maryland · On-site See OPT jobs from all 10 sponsors and thousands more
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Fox Corporation
MediaBroadcastingDigitalFox Corporation has 39 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Content & Communications and Multimedia Production. Fox Corporation is a news, sports, and entertainment media company operating television networks and digital streaming properties.
Open roles by team
- Content & Communications23
- Multimedia Production12
- Creative Arts & Performance12
- Writing & Journalism11
- Marketing9
+75 roles across other teams
Open roles at Fox Corporation39 openSee all 39+ Fox Corporation OPT jobsApplyAssociate ProducerNew York, New York · On-siteApplySystems EngineerWashington, Washington DC · On-siteApplyBroadcast & Media Technology Project ManagerNew York, New York · On-siteApplySenior Financial AnalystLos Angeles, California · On-siteApplyProgramming & Executive AssistantNew York, New York · On-site - 09
Niagara Bottling
BeveragesManufacturingSupply ChainNiagara Bottling has 39 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Manufacturing Operations and Project & Program Management. Niagara Bottling manufactures private-label purified and spring water products for major retail chains across the United States.
Open roles by team
- Manufacturing Operations42
- Project & Program Management23
- Human Resources15
- Warehouse & Logistics10
- Engineering (Non-Software)10
+45 roles across other teams
Open roles at Niagara Bottling39 openSee all 39+ Niagara Bottling OPT jobsApplyEngineering Technician IDiamond Bar, California · On-siteApplyPlant QA SupervisorMiddleburg, Florida · On-siteApplyPlant Operations SpecialistLancaster, Texas · On-siteApplySr. Local Government SpecialistDiamond Bar, California · RemoteApplySr. Compensation & Data AnalystDiamond Bar, California · Remote - 10
Monster Energy
BeveragesMarketingBrand ManagementMonster Energy has 37 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Warehouse & Logistics and Accounting. Monster Beverage Corporation develops, markets, and distributes energy drinks and alternative beverages in global markets.
Open roles by team
- Warehouse & Logistics19
- Accounting15
- Project & Program Management14
- Finance13
- Audit10
+69 roles across other teams
Open roles at Monster Energy37 openSee all 37+ Monster Energy OPT jobsApplyConsumer Relations RepresentativeSan Bernardino, California · On-siteApplyStaff AccountantSan Bernardino, California · On-siteApplyQA TechnicianPhoenix, Arizona · On-siteApplyInternational Media ManagerCorona, California · On-siteApplyProduct Data SpecialistLos Angeles, California · On-site
How OPT works
OPT is work authorization for F-1 students, not an employer-sponsored visa. The student applies through their school's international office (the DSO) and USCIS with Form I-765; the employer files nothing. The role must relate to the student's field of study. OPT gives up to 12 months of work authorization, with a 24-month STEM extension for eligible degrees.
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Which companies hire the most OPT students?
Sodexo has the most, with 468 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by Sysco (233) and PepsiCo (72). Across the 10 food and beverage companies on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 1,146 live OPT jobs, updated daily.
Who is eligible for OPT?
F-1 students on Optional Practical Training are eligible to work in the U.S. for up to 12 months after completing their degree, provided the role is directly related to their field of study. STEM graduates can apply for a 24-month extension. Eligibility requires maintaining valid F-1 status, a recommendation from a Designated School Official, and an approved Employment Authorization Document from USCIS. The employer does not file anything to authorize OPT work.
How much does F-1 OPT cost?
F-1 OPT is student work authorization, so there is no employer sponsorship fee. The student pays the USCIS filing fee for the work-authorization application, plus any costs their school charges. Fee amounts change from time to time, so check the current figure before you rely on it.
How do I get OPT through a top employer?
OPT authorization runs through the student, not the employer. After receiving a job offer in a role related to your field of study, request an OPT recommendation from your Designated School Official, who will update your SEVIS record. You then file Form I-765 with USCIS to receive your Employment Authorization Document. Once your EAD arrives, you present it to the employer and your start date is confirmed. The employer simply hires you; no government filing is required on their end.