OPT Business Development Analyst Jobs
Business Development Analyst roles are consistently among the most OPT-friendly positions in sales and strategy. Employers filing LCAs for this title span tech, consulting, and finance, giving F-1 students strong options across industries. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations under a business or economics degree, supporting both standard OPT and STEM OPT extension.
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Business Professionals
Location:
Austin
900 South Capital of Texas Highway
Las Cimas IV, Fifth Floor
Austin TX 78746-5546 US
512-338-5400
Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.
Wilson Sonsini has an immediate opening for a Business Development Analyst position within the Corporate Department. This position’s core function is to provide essential tactical and administrative support to the fast-paced Business Development team that drives business development and marketing opportunities for the firm’s Austin office and nationwide Emerging Companies and Venture Capital practice.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare research materials and prep documents for attorney’s pitches, events, client meetings and other BD activities
- Deliver data using the appropriate firm technologies and services, including external research databases (CRM (Salesforce), IntroHive, Intranet, Library Services, Pitchbook, Capital IQ, IPO Vital Signs, Deal Point Data, etc.)
- Conduct in-depth research on a variety of topics including market trends, current and prospective clients and competitors
- Support partners in the management of their contacts, including being top-of-mind with priority contacts and track and organize the partners’ ongoing BD efforts in Salesforce
- Draft introductions, reminders, confirmations, and other correspondence and emails
- Help track and maintain key attorney matters for the experience database and league table reporting
- Participate in the successful production and execution of client events, speaking engagements, and sponsorships, including analyzing attendee lists, preparing tailored materials, supporting attorney follow-up, and tracking outcomes and activities in the CRM system
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years of experience in a law firm business development function supporting corporate practice groups
- Strong customer service ethic
- Exemplary communication skills, both verbal and written
- Extremely detail-oriented, with superior proofreading and fact checking skills
- Efficient, highly organized and able to stay productive under pressure with tight deadlines
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Experience with Salesforce a big plus
- Exceptional online search skills
- Aptitude for learning new software, systems, and procedures quickly
- Able to work independently and in team environments
- Self-motivated and positive attitude
- Able to travel to other offices occasionally as needed
- Bachelor’s degree required
The primary location for this job posting is in Austin. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows: $73,100 – $98,900 per year.
The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Opening Type:
Business Professionals
Location:
Austin
900 South Capital of Texas Highway
Las Cimas IV, Fifth Floor
Austin TX 78746-5546 US
512-338-5400
Wilson Sonsini is the premier legal advisor to technology, life sciences, and other growth enterprises worldwide. We represent companies at every stage of development, from entrepreneurial start-ups to multibillion-dollar global corporations, as well as the venture firms, private equity firms, and investment banks that finance and advise them. The firm has approximately 1,100 attorneys in 17 offices: 13 in the U.S., two in China, and two in Europe. Our broad spectrum of practices and entrepreneurial spirit allow exceptional opportunities for professional achievement and career growth.
Wilson Sonsini has an immediate opening for a Business Development Analyst position within the Corporate Department. This position’s core function is to provide essential tactical and administrative support to the fast-paced Business Development team that drives business development and marketing opportunities for the firm’s Austin office and nationwide Emerging Companies and Venture Capital practice.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare research materials and prep documents for attorney’s pitches, events, client meetings and other BD activities
- Deliver data using the appropriate firm technologies and services, including external research databases (CRM (Salesforce), IntroHive, Intranet, Library Services, Pitchbook, Capital IQ, IPO Vital Signs, Deal Point Data, etc.)
- Conduct in-depth research on a variety of topics including market trends, current and prospective clients and competitors
- Support partners in the management of their contacts, including being top-of-mind with priority contacts and track and organize the partners’ ongoing BD efforts in Salesforce
- Draft introductions, reminders, confirmations, and other correspondence and emails
- Help track and maintain key attorney matters for the experience database and league table reporting
- Participate in the successful production and execution of client events, speaking engagements, and sponsorships, including analyzing attendee lists, preparing tailored materials, supporting attorney follow-up, and tracking outcomes and activities in the CRM system
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years of experience in a law firm business development function supporting corporate practice groups
- Strong customer service ethic
- Exemplary communication skills, both verbal and written
- Extremely detail-oriented, with superior proofreading and fact checking skills
- Efficient, highly organized and able to stay productive under pressure with tight deadlines
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Experience with Salesforce a big plus
- Exceptional online search skills
- Aptitude for learning new software, systems, and procedures quickly
- Able to work independently and in team environments
- Self-motivated and positive attitude
- Able to travel to other offices occasionally as needed
- Bachelor’s degree required
The primary location for this job posting is in Austin. The actual base pay offered will depend upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, level of education, professional certifications and licenses, and work location. The anticipated pay range for this position is as follows: $73,100 – $98,900 per year.
The compensation for this position may include a discretionary year-end merit bonus based on performance. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Business Development Analyst
Lead with your quantifiable impact
Business development is a results-driven field. Frame your resume around metrics: pipeline generated, deals closed, or revenue influenced. Hiring managers respond to numbers. Vague descriptions of responsibilities won't differentiate you from domestic candidates competing for the same role.
Target companies with active LCA filings
Employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for Business Development Analyst roles are far more likely to sponsor again. Prioritize companies with a documented history of OPT and H-1B visa sponsorship in this title rather than hoping a new employer will start the process.
Address OPT authorization directly and early
Don't wait for screening calls to surface your visa status. Include a brief note on your resume or cover letter confirming work authorization under F-1 OPT. Proactively mentioning STEM OPT eligibility, if applicable, removes uncertainty and signals that you've done this before.
Align your degree field to the role description
Specialty occupation status for Business Development Analyst roles typically requires a degree in business, economics, marketing, or a related field. Confirm your degree aligns with the job description before applying. A mismatch can complicate OPT authorization even if your experience is strong.
Build relationships inside target companies
Business development hiring is relationship-driven by nature. Connecting with team members at target companies before applying signals cultural fit and initiative. Internal referrals carry real weight at companies evaluating whether to take on an OPT candidate for the first time.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for sponsoring employers
Searching general job boards wastes time when many postings exclude visa-sponsored candidates. Migrate Mate filters Business Development Analyst roles by employers who actively support OPT, so your applications go to companies already open to hiring international students.
Business Development Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Development Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT?
Yes, in most cases. Business Development Analyst roles typically require a bachelor's degree in business, economics, marketing, or a related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies when evaluating OPT and subsequent H-1B petitions. The key is that the job description must specify a degree requirement in a particular field, not just any bachelor's degree. Generic postings that accept any major can create complications, so check the language carefully before applying.
Can I work as a Business Development Analyst on STEM OPT?
Yes, if your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field such as business analytics, information systems, or applied economics. Standard business and economics degrees without a STEM CIP code do not qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Check your degree's CIP code against the official STEM Designated Degree Program list maintained by ICE to confirm eligibility before your initial OPT period ends.
How do I find Business Development Analyst jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
The most efficient approach is to use a platform built specifically for international students. Migrate Mate lists Business Development Analyst roles from employers with a history of supporting OPT and H-1B sponsorship, so you're not filtering through hundreds of postings that exclude visa-sponsored candidates. Beyond that, targeting mid-size technology, consulting, and SaaS companies with international hiring track records improves your odds significantly compared to applying broadly.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Business Development Analyst role changes significantly?
OPT authorization is tied to employment that is directly related to your degree field, not to a specific job title. If your role shifts substantially, say from analyst responsibilities to something outside your field of study, it could jeopardize the relationship between your work and your authorized field. Keep documentation showing how your ongoing work connects to your degree. If your employer restructures your role significantly, consult your Designated School Official promptly.
Do Business Development Analyst employers typically transition OPT workers to H-1B?
Companies in technology, management consulting, and financial services that hire Business Development Analysts on OPT frequently support H-1B petitions for high performers. Sponsorship is never guaranteed, but employers who have hired on OPT before are much more likely to follow through with H-1B filing. During interviews, it's reasonable to ask about the company's track record sponsoring international employees after the OPT period, framed as a long-term planning question.