Top 10 Retail Companies Hiring OPT Students
The top 10 retail companies hiring OPT students include Walgreens, Walmart, and Abercrombie & Fitch, spanning grocery, general merchandise, specialty retail, and home improvement. Migrate Mate is tracking 5,415 live OPT jobs across these employers as of August 26, 2026, updated daily. For F-1 students on OPT, retail offers a wide range of degree-relevant roles in merchandising, supply chain, data analytics, and corporate operations without requiring any employer filing.
Which retail companies hire the most OPT students?
Ranked by live OPT openings on Migrate Mate, updated daily
- 01
Walgreens
Pharmacy RetailHealth & BeautyOperationsWalgreens has 3,043 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate, the most of any retail company on this list. Its openings concentrate in Healthcare Administration and Pharmacy. Walgreens operates a national chain of pharmacy and health and beauty retail stores.
Open roles by team
- Healthcare Administration2,525
- Pharmacy2,480
- Allied Health2,480
- Nursing2,077
- Customer Service & Support961
+2,433 roles across other teams
Open roles at Walgreens3,043 openSee all 3,043+ Walgreens OPT jobsApplyPharmacy ManagerTallahassee, Florida · On-siteApplyPharmacistWilmington, Delaware · On-siteApplyStore ManagerNaperville, Illinois · On-siteApplyAnalyst APS Theft and Fraud IntelligenceDeerfield, Illinois · On-siteApplyPhoto SpecialistCedar Rapids, Iowa · On-site - 02
Walmart
General MerchandiseGrocerySupply ChainWalmart has 885 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Healthcare Administration and Pharmacy. Walmart runs the largest network of general merchandise and grocery stores in the United States.
Open roles by team
- Healthcare Administration441
- Pharmacy414
- Allied Health372
- Nursing345
- Project & Program Management325
+1,706 roles across other teams
Open roles at Walmart885 openSee all 885+ Walmart OPT jobsApplyManager, Facility ServicesSpringfield, Massachusetts · On-siteApplyAsset Protection Operations CoachDonaldsonville, Louisiana · On-siteApplyStaff PharmacistSebastian, Florida · On-siteApplyStocking 1 CoachFountain, Colorado · On-siteApplyMarket People PartnerWilliamsville, New York · On-site - 03
Abercrombie & Fitch
Apparel RetailBrand MarketingMerchandisingAbercrombie & Fitch has 525 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Customer Service & Support and Sales. Abercrombie & Fitch designs and sells casual apparel and accessories through its global retail brands.
Open roles by team
- Customer Service & Support498
- Sales495
- Human Resources495
- Project & Program Management453
- Account Management59
+189 roles across other teams
Open roles at Abercrombie & Fitch525 openSee all 525+ Abercrombie & Fitch OPT jobsApplyAgent, Asset ProtectionRemote · On-siteApplyLeasing AnalystNew Albany, Ohio · On-siteApplyInvestigator, Asset ProtectionNashville, Tennessee · On-siteApplyAssistant ManagerSpringfield, Illinois · On-siteApplyDistrict ManagerRichmond, Virginia · On-site Unlock every OPT job from these sponsors
Find 6,800+ OPT jobs- 04
Ulta
Beauty RetailSalon ServicesMerchandisingUlta has 256 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Customer Service & Support and Project & Program Management. Ulta Beauty sells cosmetics, skincare, fragrance, and salon services through its specialty retail stores.
Open roles by team
- Customer Service & Support240
- Project & Program Management147
- Sales142
- Account Management139
- Retail Banking & Branch Management139
+280 roles across other teams
Open roles at Ulta256 openSee all 256+ Ulta OPT jobsApplyGeneral ManagerCollegeville, Pennsylvania · On-siteApplySales ManagerFresno, California · On-siteApplyOperations ManagerFort Myers, Florida · On-siteApplyAssistant StylistWilmington, Delaware · On-siteApplyAssistant MerchantBolingbrook, Illinois · On-site - 05
Target
General MerchandiseData AnalyticsMerchandisingTarget has 236 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Human Resources and Customer Service & Support. Target is a general merchandise retailer selling apparel, electronics, groceries, and home goods.
Open roles by team
- Human Resources124
- Customer Service & Support113
- Sales99
- Warehouse & Logistics83
- Project & Program Management75
+571 roles across other teams
Open roles at Target236 openSee all 236+ Target OPT jobsApplyAssociate Technical DeveloperMinneapolis, Minnesota · On-siteApplySr. Merchandise SpecialistMinneapolis, Minnesota · HybridApplyExecutive Team Leader Human ResourcesAmherst, Ohio · On-siteApplySenior Analyst-Planning & Inventory Management OperationsMinneapolis, Minnesota · HybridApplyExecutive Team Leader of Specialty SalesColumbia, Maryland · 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
Lane Bryant Brands Opco LLC
Apparel RetailMerchandisingStore OperationsLane Bryant Brands Opco LLC has 136 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Customer Service & Support and Sales. Lane Bryant Brands operates plus-size women's apparel retail stores across the United States.
Open roles by team
- Customer Service & Support134
- Sales126
- Hospitality & Guest Services55
- Account Management25
- Retail Banking & Branch Management12
+37 roles across other teams
Open roles at Lane Bryant Brands Opco LLC136 openSee all 136+ Lane Bryant Brands Opco LLC OPT jobsApplySales Associate-ANNSalem, New Hampshire · On-siteApplySales Associate KeyMarietta, Georgia · On-siteApplyAssistant Manager-ANNSan Antonio, Texas · On-siteApplySales Lead-ANNAlpharetta, Georgia · On-siteApplySales Associate Tanger OutletsSouthaven, Mississippi · On-site - 07
The Fresh Market
Specialty GroceryStore OperationsMerchandisingThe Fresh Market has 98 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Hospitality & Guest Services and Customer Service. The Fresh Market is a specialty grocery chain focused on fresh, high-quality food products.
Open roles by team
- Hospitality & Guest Services194
- Customer Service92
- Customer Service & Support92
- Sales53
- Warehouse & Logistics41
+96 roles across other teams
Open roles at The Fresh Market98 openSee all 98+ The Fresh Market OPT jobsApplyGuest Service LeadWethersfield, Connecticut · On-siteApplyFood Production ManagerCary, North Carolina · On-siteApplyMeat & Seafood LeadMount Lebanon, Pennsylvania · On-siteApplyStore Operations ManagerKissimmee, Florida · On-siteApplyDeli CMS LeadPeachtree City, Georgia · On-site See OPT jobs from all 10 sponsors and thousands more
Find 6,800+ OPT jobs- 08
Kohl's
Department StoreMerchandisingMarketingKohl's has 86 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Human Resources and Account Management. Kohl's is a department store retailer selling apparel, footwear, home goods, and beauty products.
Open roles by team
- Human Resources52
- Account Management49
- Customer Service48
- Project & Program Management48
- Customer Service & Support48
+215 roles across other teams
Open roles at Kohl's86 openSee all 86+ Kohl's OPT jobsApplyManager, Marketing Content StrategyMenomonee Falls, Wisconsin · HybridApplyStore ManagerSan Marcos, California · On-siteApplyAssistant Store ManagerNorth Huntingdon, Pennsylvania · On-siteApplyDistrict Loss Prevention ManagerWest Des Moines, Iowa · On-siteApplySenior Leadership Development DesignerMenomonee Falls, Wisconsin · Hybrid - 09
Circle K
Convenience RetailOperationsSupply ChainCircle K has 79 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Project & Program Management and Human Resources. Circle K operates a global network of convenience stores and fuel retail locations.
Open roles by team
- Project & Program Management56
- Human Resources34
- Business Operations33
- Customer Service & Support29
- Business Analysis20
+153 roles across other teams
Open roles at Circle K79 openSee all 79+ Circle K OPT jobsApplyField Marketing SpecialistTampa, Florida · On-siteApplyDistrict ManagerSan Antonio, Texas · On-siteApplyConstruction ManagerOrange Park, Florida · On-siteApplyCategory ManagerMinnetonka, Minnesota · On-siteApplyLogistics Operations SpecialistHouston, Texas · On-site - 10
The Home Depot
Home ImprovementSupply ChainOperationsThe Home Depot has 71 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate. Its openings concentrate in Project & Program Management and Business Analysis. The Home Depot retails home improvement products, tools, building materials, and lawn and garden supplies.
Open roles by team
- Project & Program Management43
- Business Analysis39
- Data Science & Analytics24
- Consulting & Strategy24
- Manufacturing Operations16
+128 roles across other teams
Open roles at The Home Depot71 openSee all 71+ The Home Depot OPT jobsApplyHR GeneralistMemphis, Tennessee · On-siteApplyManager Category ExperienceAtlanta, Georgia · On-siteApplyManager, Leadership LearningAtlanta, Georgia · On-siteApplyMaintenance SupervisorHouston, Texas · On-siteApplyAnalystAtlanta, Georgia · On-site
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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?
Walgreens has the most, with 3,043 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by Walmart (885) and Abercrombie & Fitch (525). Across the 10 retail companies on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 5,415 live OPT jobs, updated daily.
Who is eligible for OPT?
F-1 students who have completed at least one academic year at an accredited U.S. college or university are eligible for OPT. Work authorization lasts 12 months and must be used in a role directly related to the student's field of study. Students in STEM-designated programs may qualify for a 24-month extension, bringing the total to 36 months. Eligibility is tied to student status, not to any individual employer.
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 is applied for by the student, not the employer. You first request a new I-20 with an OPT recommendation from your Designated School Official, then file Form I-765 with USCIS. Once your Employment Authorization Document is approved, you can begin working in a role related to your degree. The employer does not file any forms; they simply verify your authorization documents and hire you through their standard process.