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Application Engineer jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field. These roles blend customer-facing work with hands-on technical problem-solving, and most employers filing LCAs for this title have a clear pattern of sponsoring work visas after OPT.
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Why is Health Advocate a great place to work? For starters, Health Advocate employees enjoy helping people every single day. Employees are given the training they need to do their jobs well, and they work with supervisors and staff who are supportive and friendly. Employees have room to grow, and many of Health Advocate's supervisors are promoted from within the company. Join our award winning team!
2025:
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
2024:
- Excellence in Customer Service Awards: Organization of the Year (Small)
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
- Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
As part of Teleperformance in the US, we were also named #95 in the 2024 ‘Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®’ in the USA by Great Places to Work (GPTW®)
ABOUT THE ROLE
Health Advocate is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Cash Applications Specialist to join our Finance team. This role is responsible for accurately applying cash payments to open receivables, researching and resolving payment discrepancies, reconciling accounts, and maintaining documentation while ensuring a high level of accuracy. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, customer focused, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Process and apply cash payments to open accounts receivable with a high degree of accuracy
- Utilize third-party payment software to ensure payments are processed daily
- Research and resolve payments that are received without posting instructions
- Reconcile accounts receivable batches to bank deposits
- Contact customers regarding payment discrepancies when needed
- Monitor and respond to inquiries received through the Accounts Receivable mailbox
- Process refunds and returned payments while coordinating with clients as necessary
- Collaborate with team members and leadership to ensure deadlines are met
Perform additional related duties as assigned
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a high-volume environment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field required
- At least one year of Accounts Receivable cash application experience preferred
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
WHY HEALTH ADVOCATE?
At Health Advocate, we don't just support our members—we support our employees.
- Fully Remote Work Environment
- Comprehensive Training & Equipment – We provide the tools, training, and support needed for your success.
- Career Growth Opportunities – Many of our leaders were promoted from within. We invest in employee development and advancement.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits – Starting pay of $18.00/hour plus medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, tuition assistance, and a 401(k) with company match.
- Award-Winning Culture – Join a nationally recognized organization known for outstanding customer service and employee development.
Physical Requirements:
This position is primarily sedentary, requiring prolonged sitting while performing administrative tasks. The role involves extensive use of a computer for typing, mouse navigation, and reading information on a screen for extended periods. Frequent phone use is required for communication with team members, clients, or external parties. Essential physical functions include fingering, grasping, pulling hand-over-hand, and repetitive motions necessary for navigating software, entering data, and interacting with electronic documents.
MENTAL AND COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:
The role requires strong concentration, attention to detail, and the ability to complete tasks accurately. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential to address issues that may arise in day-to-day duties. Effective verbal and written communication skills are needed for responding to inquiries and collaborating with others.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position is fully remote and requires a home office environment with appropriate lighting, a computer, and phone access. The workspace should be free from distractions to ensure effective focus and productivity during work hours.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Health Advocate is the nation’s leading provider of health advocacy, navigation, well-being and integrated benefits programs. For 20 years, Health Advocate has provided expert support to help our members navigate the complexities of healthcare and achieve the best possible health and well-being. Our solutions leverage a unique combination of best-in-class, personalized support with powerful predictive data analytics and a proprietary technology platform to address nearly every clinical, administrative, wellness or behavioral health need. Whether facing common issues or an unprecedented challenge like COVID-19, our team of highly trained, compassionate experts work together to go above and beyond expectations, making healthcare easier for our members and ensuring they get the care they need.
AWARDS:
2025:
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
2024:
- Excellence in Customer Service Awards: Organization of the Year (Small)
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
- Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
2023:
- National Customer Service Association All-Stars Award: Service Organization of the Year.
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
2022:
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
- Excellence in Customer Service Awards: Organization of the Year (Small)
- Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
2021:
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Silver Winner
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Most Valuable Response by a Customer Service Team (COVID-19). Bronze Winner
- Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
2020:
- National Customer Service Association All-Stars Award: Organizations of 100 or Greater, Runner-Up
- Communicator Award of Distinction: October 2019 Broker News
- MarCom Awards: Gold, COVID Staycation Ideas brochure
- MarCom Awards: Platinum, 2021 Well-being Calendar
- Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year - Medium category (Silver)
VEVRAA Federal Contractor requesting appropriate employment service delivery systems, such as state workforce agencies and local employment delivery systems, to provide priority referrals of protected veterans.
PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)
INTRODUCTION
Why is Health Advocate a great place to work? For starters, Health Advocate employees enjoy helping people every single day. Employees are given the training they need to do their jobs well, and they work with supervisors and staff who are supportive and friendly. Employees have room to grow, and many of Health Advocate's supervisors are promoted from within the company. Join our award winning team!
2025:
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
2024:
- Excellence in Customer Service Awards: Organization of the Year (Small)
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
- Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
As part of Teleperformance in the US, we were also named #95 in the 2024 ‘Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®’ in the USA by Great Places to Work (GPTW®)
ABOUT THE ROLE
Health Advocate is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Cash Applications Specialist to join our Finance team. This role is responsible for accurately applying cash payments to open receivables, researching and resolving payment discrepancies, reconciling accounts, and maintaining documentation while ensuring a high level of accuracy. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, customer focused, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Process and apply cash payments to open accounts receivable with a high degree of accuracy
- Utilize third-party payment software to ensure payments are processed daily
- Research and resolve payments that are received without posting instructions
- Reconcile accounts receivable batches to bank deposits
- Contact customers regarding payment discrepancies when needed
- Monitor and respond to inquiries received through the Accounts Receivable mailbox
- Process refunds and returned payments while coordinating with clients as necessary
- Collaborate with team members and leadership to ensure deadlines are met
Perform additional related duties as assigned
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a high-volume environment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field required
- At least one year of Accounts Receivable cash application experience preferred
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
WHY HEALTH ADVOCATE?
At Health Advocate, we don't just support our members—we support our employees.
- Fully Remote Work Environment
- Comprehensive Training & Equipment – We provide the tools, training, and support needed for your success.
- Career Growth Opportunities – Many of our leaders were promoted from within. We invest in employee development and advancement.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits – Starting pay of $18.00/hour plus medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, tuition assistance, and a 401(k) with company match.
- Award-Winning Culture – Join a nationally recognized organization known for outstanding customer service and employee development.
Physical Requirements:
This position is primarily sedentary, requiring prolonged sitting while performing administrative tasks. The role involves extensive use of a computer for typing, mouse navigation, and reading information on a screen for extended periods. Frequent phone use is required for communication with team members, clients, or external parties. Essential physical functions include fingering, grasping, pulling hand-over-hand, and repetitive motions necessary for navigating software, entering data, and interacting with electronic documents.
MENTAL AND COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:
The role requires strong concentration, attention to detail, and the ability to complete tasks accurately. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential to address issues that may arise in day-to-day duties. Effective verbal and written communication skills are needed for responding to inquiries and collaborating with others.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position is fully remote and requires a home office environment with appropriate lighting, a computer, and phone access. The workspace should be free from distractions to ensure effective focus and productivity during work hours.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Health Advocate is the nation’s leading provider of health advocacy, navigation, well-being and integrated benefits programs. For 20 years, Health Advocate has provided expert support to help our members navigate the complexities of healthcare and achieve the best possible health and well-being. Our solutions leverage a unique combination of best-in-class, personalized support with powerful predictive data analytics and a proprietary technology platform to address nearly every clinical, administrative, wellness or behavioral health need. Whether facing common issues or an unprecedented challenge like COVID-19, our team of highly trained, compassionate experts work together to go above and beyond expectations, making healthcare easier for our members and ensuring they get the care they need.
AWARDS:
2025:
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
2024:
- Excellence in Customer Service Awards: Organization of the Year (Small)
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
- Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
2023:
- National Customer Service Association All-Stars Award: Service Organization of the Year.
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
2022:
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Bronze Winner
- Excellence in Customer Service Awards: Organization of the Year (Small)
- Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
2021:
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Customer Service Department of the Year – Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals, and Related Industries, Silver Winner
- Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service: Most Valuable Response by a Customer Service Team (COVID-19). Bronze Winner
- Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year – Medium and large category (Silver)
2020:
- National Customer Service Association All-Stars Award: Organizations of 100 or Greater, Runner-Up
- Communicator Award of Distinction: October 2019 Broker News
- MarCom Awards: Gold, COVID Staycation Ideas brochure
- MarCom Awards: Platinum, 2021 Well-being Calendar
- Best in Biz Awards: Most Customer-Friendly Company of the Year - Medium category (Silver)
VEVRAA Federal Contractor requesting appropriate employment service delivery systems, such as state workforce agencies and local employment delivery systems, to provide priority referrals of protected veterans.
PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Application Engineer
Target employers with active LCA filings
Companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for Application Engineer roles have already committed to visa sponsorship infrastructure. Prioritize these employers early, as they understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw offers over work authorization concerns.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Application Engineer hiring cycles often run three to six months. Know your OPT end date and STEM OPT extension eligibility before applying, so you can communicate your authorization window clearly and avoid late-stage surprises that cause employers to hesitate.
Emphasize your degree-to-role alignment
Application Engineer is a specialty occupation requiring a directly related degree. Explicitly connect your engineering or computer science coursework to the role in your resume and interviews, since employers will need to demonstrate this alignment when sponsoring your H-1B visa.
Look for roles at mid-size software and hardware companies
Mid-size technology companies frequently sponsor Application Engineers because the role is critical to their customer success operations. These employers often have faster hiring decisions and more direct access to the decision-makers who approve sponsorship than large enterprise organizations.
Prepare to discuss post-OPT authorization options
Employers who haven't sponsored before may ask what comes after OPT. Be ready to explain the H-1B cap-subject process, the April filing timeline, and that your STEM OPT extension can provide up to three additional years of work authorization while a petition is pending.
Highlight cross-functional experience in your application
Application Engineers sit between engineering and sales or customer success teams. Demonstrating experience collaborating across functions makes you a stronger candidate and signals to employers that you can deliver immediate value, which reduces hesitation around investing in long-term visa sponsorship.
Application Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Application Engineer on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Application Engineer roles qualify for F-1 OPT because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, computer science, or a closely related technical field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard. Your degree must align with the specific role, so a mechanical engineering degree supporting an industrial automation application engineer position is fine, while a business degree generally would not be.
Does an Application Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not just the job title. If your bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. This gives you up to three years of total OPT work authorization, which significantly improves your H-1B sponsorship odds.
What types of employers hire Application Engineers who sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Software companies, industrial automation firms, semiconductor manufacturers, and enterprise hardware vendors are the most common sponsors for Application Engineer roles. Companies like Siemens, Keysight, PTC, and Ansys have consistent LCA filing histories for this title. To find employers currently hiring Application Engineers who have a track record of sponsoring, browse Migrate Mate, which surfaces visa-friendly job listings specifically for OPT students.
How should I answer questions about work authorization as an Application Engineer candidate?
Be direct and specific. State that you're authorized to work on F-1 OPT, give your authorization end date, and confirm your STEM extension eligibility if applicable. Explain that H-1B sponsorship would be needed after OPT ends and provide a brief timeline: employers file in March for an October 1 start. Framing it as a straightforward, well-documented process tends to reduce employer hesitation more effectively than vague reassurances.
Is an Application Engineer role considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Application Engineer roles have generally qualified as specialty occupations because they require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized engineering knowledge. The key factor is whether the employer can demonstrate a degree in a specific technical discipline is a normal requirement for the position. Roles focused purely on sales support with minimal technical depth can face scrutiny, so the job description and your responsibilities both matter when an employer builds the H-1B petition.