Top 10 Investment Firms Hiring OPT Students
The top 10 investment firms hiring OPT students include University of Virginia, JPMorganChase, and University of California Berkeley, spanning investment banking, asset management, real estate, and financial services. Migrate Mate is tracking 914 live OPT jobs across these employers as of August 26, 2026, updated daily. For F-1 students on OPT, roles at these employers must relate to your field of study, and you apply for OPT authorization yourself through your DSO, the employer simply hires you.
Which investment firms hire the most OPT students?
Ranked by live OPT openings on Migrate Mate, updated daily
- 01
University of Virginia
Higher EducationResearchFinanceUniversity of Virginia has 223 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate, the most of any investment firm on this list. Its openings concentrate in Nursing and Healthcare Administration. The University of Virginia is a public research university offering academic, research, and administrative roles.
Open roles by team
- Nursing297
- Healthcare Administration175
- Science & Research102
- Allied Health69
- Physicians & Surgeons25
+111 roles across other teams
Open roles at University of Virginia223 openSee all 223+ University of Virginia OPT jobsApplyRegistered NurseCharlottesville, Virginia · On-siteApplyAdvanced Practice ProviderCharlottesville, Virginia · On-siteApplyAssistant Nurse Manager (RN)Charlottesville, Virginia · On-siteApplyAssistant Professor, EndocrinologyCharlottesville, Virginia · On-siteApplyRadiology Diagnostic SonographerCharlottesville, Virginia · On-site - 02
JPMorganChase
BankingWealth ManagementCapital MarketsJPMorganChase has 136 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Account Management and Consulting & Strategy. JPMorgan Chase is one of the largest U.S. banks, offering retail banking, investment banking, and wealth management.
Open roles by team
- Account Management97
- Consulting & Strategy96
- Sales93
- Investment Banking22
- Business Development15
+53 roles across other teams
Open roles at JPMorganChase136 openSee all 136+ JPMorganChase OPT jobsApplyInternal Client Advisor AssociateNew York, New York · On-siteApplySenior Home Lending AdvisorScottsdale, Arizona · On-siteApplyPrivate Client AdvisorPortage, Michigan · On-siteApplyData Scientist - Vice PresidentNew York, New York · On-siteApplyAWM Program AnalystDallas, Texas · On-site - 03
University of California Berkeley
Higher EducationResearchFinanceUniversity of California Berkeley has 112 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Teaching & Instruction and Project & Program Management. UC Berkeley is a public research university known for its programs in business, engineering, and the sciences.
Open roles by team
- Teaching & Instruction81
- Project & Program Management52
- Higher Education32
- Human Resources29
- Science & Research24
+225 roles across other teams
Open roles at University of California Berkeley112 openSee all 112+ University of California Berkeley OPT jobsApplyAssistant ProfessorBerkeley, California · On-siteApplyHuman Resources PartnerBerkeley, California · On-siteApplySenior Academic AdvisorBerkeley, California · On-siteApplySystems AdministratorBerkeley, California · On-siteApplyUndergraduate AdvisorBerkeley, California · On-site Unlock every OPT job from these sponsors
Find 2,400+ OPT jobs- 04
CBRE
Real EstateInvestmentAdvisoryCBRE has 83 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Project & Program Management and Business Development. CBRE is a commercial real estate services firm providing property management, investment, and advisory solutions.
Open roles by team
- Project & Program Management75
- Business Development31
- Human Resources29
- Compliance & Legal24
- Accounting20
+156 roles across other teams
Open roles at CBRE83 openSee all 83+ CBRE OPT jobsApplyHSE ManagerHouston, Texas · On-siteApplyArea Maintenance ManagerJackson, Georgia · On-siteApplyFacilities ManagerBreinigsville, Pennsylvania · On-siteApplyProcurement ManagerSanta Clara, California · On-siteApplySr. Occupancy PlannerWindsor, Connecticut · On-site - 05
Citi
BankingInvestmentGlobal MarketsCiti has 78 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Customer Service & Support and Sales. Citi is a global banking institution providing consumer banking, investment banking, and treasury services.
Open roles by team
- Customer Service & Support47
- Sales43
- Account Management39
- Compliance & Legal33
- Business Development30
+179 roles across other teams
Open roles at Citi78 openSee all 78+ Citi OPT jobsApplyLoan Documentation SpecialistNew Castle, Delaware · On-siteApplyClient Onboarding Associate AnalystGetzville, New York · On-siteApplyCash and Trade Processing Associate AnalystGetzville, New York · On-siteApplySecurity Derivatives Intermediate Associate AnalystTampa, Florida · On-siteApplyPersonal BankerSan Pablo, California · 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
Raymond James
Financial ServicesBrokerageWealth ManagementRaymond James has 71 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Finance and Accounting. Raymond James is a diversified financial services firm offering investment banking, brokerage, and asset management.
Open roles by team
- Finance42
- Accounting42
- Compliance & Legal32
- Consulting & Strategy26
- Customer Service & Support26
+188 roles across other teams
Open roles at Raymond James71 openSee all 71+ Raymond James OPT jobsApplyMutual Fund Trading Support SpecialistSaint Petersburg, Florida · HybridApplySenior AccountantSaint Petersburg, Florida · HybridApplyAccount Transfer AssociateSaint Petersburg, Florida · HybridApplyClient Services RepresentativeMemphis, Tennessee · HybridApplySenior Associate Wealth AdvisorBellevue, Washington · Hybrid - 07
Bunge
CommoditiesTradingFinanceBunge has 64 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Warehouse & Logistics and Accounting. Bunge is a global agribusiness and food company involved in commodity trading, processing, and supply chain logistics.
Open roles by team
- Warehouse & Logistics44
- Accounting30
- Finance29
- Business Operations22
- Compliance & Legal21
+139 roles across other teams
Open roles at Bunge64 openSee all 64+ Bunge OPT jobsApplyAnalista Contábil PlenoSouth Carolina · HybridApplyCommercial ManagerChester, Montana · On-siteApplyAssistente FinanceiroSouth Carolina · HybridApplyAnalista Fiscal JúniorSouth Carolina · HybridApplyAnalista de Suprimentos PlenoSouth Carolina · Hybrid See OPT jobs from all 10 sponsors and thousands more
Find 2,400+ OPT jobs- 08
Stifel
Investment BankingBrokerageEquity ResearchStifel has 56 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Finance and Accounting. Stifel is a full-service brokerage and investment banking firm serving institutional and individual clients.
Open roles by team
- Finance34
- Accounting34
- Investment Banking28
- Business Analysis27
- Business Development23
+130 roles across other teams
Open roles at Stifel56 openSee all 56+ Stifel OPT jobsApplyHedge Funds and Liquid Alternatives Assistance Vice PresidentSt. Louis, Missouri · On-siteApplyIB AnalystHouston, Texas · On-siteApplyVice President - Diversified Industrials & ServicesNew York, New York · On-siteApplyResearch Associate IINew York, New York · On-siteApplyPublic Finance AnalystSt. Louis, Missouri · On-site - 09
Charles Schwab
BrokerageFinancial ServicesRetirementCharles Schwab has 46 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Data Science & Analytics and Compliance & Legal. Charles Schwab is a brokerage and financial services company offering investment products, trading platforms, and retirement accounts.
Open roles by team
- Data Science & Analytics15
- Compliance & Legal12
- Finance11
- Accounting11
- Customer Service & Support11
+114 roles across other teams
Open roles at Charles Schwab46 openSee all 46+ Charles Schwab OPT jobsApplyAssociate Wealth AdvisorOrlando, Florida · On-siteApplySpecialist, Trader ServiceAustin, Texas · On-siteApplyInside Sales RepresentativeWestlake, Texas · HybridApplyData EngineeringWestlake, Texas · On-siteApplySr. Specialist, Functional CommunicationsWestlake, Texas · Hybrid - 10
LPL Financial
Broker-DealerFinancial ServicesWealth ManagementLPL Financial has 45 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Customer Service & Support and Project & Program Management. LPL Financial is the largest independent broker-dealer in the U.S., supporting financial advisors and registered investment advisors.
Open roles by team
- Customer Service & Support32
- Project & Program Management21
- Customer Service17
- Business Operations15
- Business Analysis11
+104 roles across other teams
Open roles at LPL Financial45 openSee all 45+ LPL Financial OPT jobsApplyOperations Team LeadTempe, Arizona · On-siteApplyAnalyst, Client CompensationFort Mill, South Carolina · On-siteApplyAnalyst, Retirement PartnersFort Mill, South Carolina · On-siteApplySenior Consultant, Client FeedbackTempe, Arizona · On-siteApplyInternal Consulting AssociateFort Mill, South Carolina · Hybrid
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?
University of Virginia has the most, with 223 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by JPMorganChase (136) and University of California Berkeley (112). Across the 10 investment firms on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 914 live OPT jobs, updated daily.
Who is eligible for OPT?
F-1 students who have been enrolled full-time for at least one full academic year at a U.S. college or university are eligible for OPT. Authorization covers 12 months of work in a role directly related to your field of study. STEM-designated degree holders may apply for a 24-month extension. You apply through your Designated School Official and USCIS, the employer does not file anything on your behalf.
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?
To work at one of these firms on OPT, first secure a job offer in a role related to your field of study. Then request a new I-20 with an OPT recommendation from your Designated School Official, and file Form I-765 with USCIS to obtain your Employment Authorization Document. You may not begin work until your EAD arrives and your OPT start date is reached. The employer reviews your EAD and completes standard I-9 employment eligibility verification, no separate employer filing is required.