Top 10 Hospitality Companies Hiring OPT Students
The top 10 hospitality companies hiring OPT students include Four Seasons, Hyatt, and Troon, spanning hotels, resorts, food service, travel, and leisure across the United States. Migrate Mate is tracking 222 live OPT jobs across these employers as of October 22, 2026, updated daily. For F-1 students on OPT, roles at these employers count toward authorized work experience as long as the position relates to your field of study.
Which hospitality companies hire the most OPT students?
Ranked by live OPT openings on Migrate Mate, updated daily
- 01
Four Seasons
Luxury HotelsGuest ServicesFood & BeverageFour Seasons has 45 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate, the most of any hospitality company on this list. Its openings concentrate in Hospitality & Guest Services and Food Service. Four Seasons owns and operates luxury hotels and resorts in destinations around the world.
Open roles by team
- Hospitality & Guest Services56
- Food Service31
- Customer Service & Support10
- Finance5
- Accounting5
+32 roles across other teams
Open roles at Four Seasons45 openSee all 45+ Four Seasons OPT jobsApplyAssistant Food & Beverage Outlet ManagerDenver, Colorado · On-siteApplyBanquet Sous ChefNew Orleans, Louisiana · On-siteApplyOvernight Front Desk SupervisorChicago, Illinois · On-siteApplyFood and Beverage Assistant ManagerPalm Beach, Florida · On-siteApplyIn Room Dining Assistant ManagerWestlake Village, California · On-site - 02
Hyatt
Hotel OperationsGuest ExperienceFood & BeverageHyatt has 41 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Hospitality & Guest Services and Food Service. Hyatt Hotels Corporation operates a global portfolio of full-service, select-service, and resort hotel brands.
Open roles by team
- Hospitality & Guest Services35
- Food Service16
- Customer Service & Support15
- Project & Program Management14
- Business Operations12
+72 roles across other teams
Open roles at Hyatt41 openSee all 41+ Hyatt OPT jobsApplySenior Manager, Classics Strategic OperationsChicago, Illinois · On-siteApplyGroup Sales ManagerChicago, Illinois · On-siteApplyOpenings & Conversions Project LeadChicago, Illinois · RemoteApplyCook 3Coral Gables, Florida · On-siteApplyEvent Sales ManagerCoral Gables, Florida · On-site - 03
Troon
Golf & LeisureClub OperationsResort ManagementTroon has 37 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Hospitality & Guest Services and Food Service. Troon manages golf courses, country clubs, and private resort communities worldwide.
Open roles by team
- Hospitality & Guest Services24
- Food Service17
- Customer Service & Support7
- Human Resources4
- Project & Program Management4
+29 roles across other teams
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Marriott International
Hotel BrandsGuest ServicesFood & BeverageMarriott International has 20 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Hospitality & Guest Services and Marketing. Marriott International operates one of the largest hotel portfolios in the world across more than 30 brands.
Open roles by team
- Hospitality & Guest Services16
- Marketing9
- Project & Program Management9
- Customer Service & Support9
- Business Operations8
+47 roles across other teams
Open roles at Marriott International20 openSee all Marriott International OPT jobsApplySenior Manager, Payment and Fraud ProductsBethesda, Maryland · HybridApplyConference Service ManagerWest Palm Beach, Florida · On-siteApplyComplex Reservation and Revenue ManagerNew York, New York · On-siteApplyMechanicNaples, Florida · On-siteApplyAssistant Director of Group SalesNew Orleans, Louisiana · On-site - 05
Highgate
Hotel ManagementReal EstateOperationsHighgate has 19 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Hospitality & Guest Services and Customer Service & Support. Highgate is a real estate and hospitality investment and management company operating hotels in major U.S. markets.
Open roles by team
- Hospitality & Guest Services36
- Customer Service & Support11
- Food Service8
- Sales4
- Warehouse & Logistics4
+18 roles across other teams
Open roles at Highgate19 openSee all Highgate OPT jobsApplyExecutive Pastry ChefSavannah, Georgia · On-siteApplyAssistant F&B ManagerSavannah, Georgia · On-siteApplyBanquet Sous ChefDallas, Texas · On-siteApplyFront Office ManagerNew York, New York · On-siteApplyEvent CoordinatorMiami, Florida · 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.
- 06
Virgin Hotels
Boutique HotelsGuest ExperienceFood & BeverageVirgin Hotels has 15 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Hospitality & Guest Services and Food Service. Virgin Hotels is a lifestyle hotel brand offering boutique accommodations in major U.S. and international cities.
Open roles by team
- Hospitality & Guest Services24
- Food Service8
- Data Science & Analytics6
- Customer Service & Support6
- Project & Program Management4
+10 roles across other teams
Open roles at Virgin Hotels15 openSee all Virgin Hotels OPT jobsApplyJunction AgentDallas, Texas · On-siteApplyFacilities EngineerNew Orleans, Louisiana · On-siteApplyAssistant General ManagerLas Vegas, Nevada · On-siteApplyComplex Food & Beverage ManagerLas Vegas, Nevada · On-siteApplyBar & Beverage ManagerNew York, New York · On-site - 07
Ancora Education
Career EducationWorkforce TrainingCampus OperationsAncora Education has 14 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Teaching & Instruction and Human Resources. Ancora Education operates career-focused colleges and vocational training programs across the United States.
Open roles by team
- Teaching & Instruction17
- Human Resources6
- Business Development6
- Higher Education5
- Customer Service & Support5
+7 roles across other teams
Open roles at Ancora Education14 openSee all Ancora Education OPT jobsApplyEmployer Relations SpecialistGlendale, Arizona · On-siteApplyEarly Childhood Education InstructorAugusta, Georgia · On-siteApplyDirector of EducationColumbus, Georgia · On-siteApplyElectrical InstructorChattanooga, Tennessee · On-siteApplyCareer Services CoachMcAllen, Texas · On-site See OPT jobs from all 10 sponsors and thousands more
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Delaware North
Food ServiceVenue HospitalityRetailDelaware North has 11 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Compliance & Legal and Marketing. Delaware North manages food service, hospitality, and retail operations at airports, stadiums, national parks, and resorts.
Open roles by team
- Compliance & Legal12
- Marketing4
- Human Resources4
- Teaching & Instruction3
- Audit2
+19 roles across other teams
Open roles at Delaware North11 openSee all Delaware North OPT jobsApplySocial Media CoordinatorElmont, New York · On-siteApplyeCommerce Technology and Compliance AnalystBuffalo, New York · On-siteApplySous ChefArlington, Texas · On-siteApplyHuman Resources ManagerNashua, New Hampshire · On-siteApplyCompliance ManagerNashua, New Hampshire · On-site - 09
ASM
Venue ManagementEventsConvention CentersASM has 10 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Engineering (Non-Software) and Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering. ASM Global manages arenas, convention centers, stadiums, and performing arts venues worldwide.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)14
- Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering6
- Manufacturing Operations4
- Chemical Engineering3
- Compliance & Legal2
+11 roles across other teams
Open roles at ASM10 openSee all ASM OPT jobsApplySpecialist II, Technical TrainingGreater Phoenix Area · On-siteApplySenior Process EngineerGreater Phoenix Area · On-siteApplySnr Engineer I, Field ProcessHillsboro, Oregon · On-siteApplySenior Supplier Quality Engineer IIGreater Phoenix Area · On-siteApplyHVM Field Process EngineerChandler, Arizona · On-site - 10
Museum of Fine Arts
Arts & CultureMuseum OperationsVisitor ExperienceMuseum of Fine Arts has 10 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Customer Success and Design (UX & Creative). The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, is one of the largest art museums in the United States with a collection spanning thousands of years.
Open roles by team
- Customer Success2
- Design (UX & Creative)2
- Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)2
- Community & Nonprofit Services2
- Security & Protective Services2
+11 roles across other teams
Open roles at Museum of Fine Arts10 openSee all Museum of Fine Arts OPT jobsApplyEmployment CoordinatorBoston, Massachusetts · On-siteApplyCommunity Arts Initiative LiaisonBoston, Massachusetts · On-siteApplyExhibition DesignerBoston, Massachusetts · On-siteApplySecurity SpecialistBoston, Massachusetts · On-siteApplyDevelopment Officer, Research & Prospect DevelopmentBoston, Massachusetts · Hybrid
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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?
Four Seasons has the most, with 45 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by Hyatt (41) and Troon (37). Across the 10 hospitality companies on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 222 live OPT jobs, updated daily.
Who is eligible for OPT?
F-1 students enrolled at a U.S. accredited college or university are eligible for OPT after completing at least one full academic year of study. OPT authorization lasts up to 12 months and allows full-time work in a role related to your field of study. Students in STEM degree programs may apply for a 24-month extension. You apply through your Designated School Official and USCIS using Form I-765.
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?
The employer does not file any paperwork for OPT. You initiate the process through your Designated School Official, who updates your SEVIS record and issues a new I-20 recommending OPT. You then file Form I-765 with USCIS to receive your Employment Authorization Document. Once your EAD arrives with your authorized start date, you provide it to your employer and begin work. Apply at least three months before your intended start date, as processing takes time.