OPT Account Representative Jobs
Account Representative roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, marketing, or communications. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship, and STEM OPT extensions are available if your degree falls under a qualifying CIP code. Your 12-month OPT window gives you enough runway to prove your value and secure long-term sponsorship.
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INTRODUCTION
Build a career where values meet worldwide opportunity.
ABOUT THE JOB
Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Service Account Representative to join our amazing culture. As a Service Account Representative, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.
For information about how we use your personal information, please see our Colleague & Applicant Privacy Notice, available on convergint.com/careers.
WHO YOU ARE
You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces equal opportunity and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Service Account Representative.
WHO WE ARE
With 20 years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you’ll do with “Our Training and Your Experience”:
- Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.
- Manage service delivery to assigned accounts.
- Provide full support of Customer Support Program including: scheduling work, tracking costs, tracking contract renewals, invoicing, contract bookings, and contract renewals.
- Schedule and follows up on all monthly maintenance customer accounts – this includes ensuring timely communication with contract customers, key customers and sub-contractors.
- Meet monthly to discuss expiring contracts and to review upcoming preventative maintenance (PM) visits.
- Attend regular customer meetings to review the current status of accounts.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You’ll Need:
- Exceptional telephone and personal customer service skills and ability to work under pressure.
- Exceptional customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to anticipate and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted.
- Excellent Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word skills.
- Basic financial knowledge and skills—ability to understand basic financials such as accounts receivable/payable, purchase orders, work orders, etc.
- Solid organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects tasks simultaneously.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Experience: (but not required):
- 1 year construction industry environment.
COMPANY BENEFITS
Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which all individuals are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits:
- 10 Company Holidays and Paid Time Off starting at 13 days annually
- Fun & Laughter Day Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
- Life insurance & Disability Plan
- Wellness Program
- 401K Matching Plan
- Colleague Assistance Program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive salary and compensation plan
- Vehicle reimbursement plan or company vehicle
- Corporate Social Responsibility Day
- Cell phone reimbursement (if applicable)
- Paid parental leave
LOCATION
The anticipated compensation of this position is $40 - $45 per hour.
Please note that this job posting includes salary information for the assigned target market range within the primary geographic region the requisition is posted. If the position is posted in multiple locations or is a remote position, the salary range may vary. Individual pay rates will, of course, vary depending on the job, department, and location, as well as the individual skills, experience, certifications, specific licenses, and education of the applicant.
Convergint is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Account Representative
Clarify your degree's specialty occupation alignment
Account Representative roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship when the position requires a specific bachelor's degree, such as marketing or business. Be prepared to explain how your degree directly relates to the responsibilities of the role.
Apply early to maximize your OPT runway
Start your job search at least three months before OPT begins. Hiring processes for account roles can take six to ten weeks, and you need time to evaluate sponsorship intent before committing to any employer.
Raise sponsorship in the second or third interview round
Avoid leading with visa questions in the first interview. Once you have demonstrated your qualifications and the employer shows genuine interest, ask directly whether the company sponsors H-1B visas for this role.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
If your bachelor's degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code, such as management information systems or marketing analytics, apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension to give yourself more time to secure sponsorship.
Quantify your sales impact to stand out
Employers sponsoring OPT candidates weigh the cost carefully. Use specific metrics from internships or prior roles, such as client retention rates or pipeline growth, to make the sponsorship investment feel like an obvious return.
Account Representative OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Account Representatives?
Yes. F-1 students authorized for OPT can work as Account Representatives, provided the role is directly related to their major field of study. Degrees in business administration, marketing, communications, or a related field typically satisfy this requirement. Your OPT authorization must be active and your employment must begin within your authorized period.
Do Account Representative jobs typically offer H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, but it depends on the employer and how the role is structured. Account Representative positions at mid-size and enterprise companies often qualify as specialty occupations when a specific degree is required. Smaller firms or those treating the role as a general sales position may be less likely to sponsor. Browsing verified sponsorship-friendly employers on Migrate Mate is the most efficient way to find roles where sponsorship is already on the table.
Does an Account Representative role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your bachelor's degree is in a STEM-designated field, such as business analytics, management information systems, or applied mathematics, you may qualify for the 24-month extension. The role itself does not need to be in a technical field. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO to determine eligibility before applying.
What should I do if my OPT is expiring before my employer files an H-1B?
If you have a STEM-eligible degree, apply for the 24-month extension immediately to bridge the gap. If you are cap-subject H-1B eligible, your employer must file by April 1 for an October 1 start date. OPT and the 60-day grace period together give you limited time, so discuss the H-1B timeline with your employer explicitly before your authorization expires.
How do I find Account Representative jobs that sponsor OPT students?
The challenge is that most job postings do not specify visa sponsorship clearly. Migrate Mate filters specifically for employers willing to sponsor F-1 OPT and H-1B candidates, so you are not wasting applications on companies that will decline at the offer stage. Searching through Migrate Mate saves significant time compared to screening unfiltered postings manually.