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Business Development Consultant jobs on OPT require employers to support your work authorization, either through STEM OPT extension or standard 12-month OPT. These roles sit squarely in specialty occupation territory, making them a strong fit for F-1 students with degrees in business, marketing, economics, or a related field.
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Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and execution-driven Supply Chain BD leader to spearhead data collection scenario expansion and crowdsourced operations for embodied robotics. You will participate in building and operating a crowdsourcing supply chain model for embodied robot data collection, expanding data acquisition opportunities in real-world scenarios, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, multimodal data for embodied AI model training. If you are deeply interested in building a "data production network" and are willing to accumulate experience through frontline, hands-on operations to achieve rapid growth, this is an excellent opportunity to join a team in the cutting-edge field of AI infrastructure.
Core Responsibilities
- Scenario Expansion & Supply Chain Ecosystem Building
- Assist in planning and executing the expansion of data collection scenarios for embodied robots, going deep into the frontline to uncover data collection opportunities in real-world environments such as factories, households, retail, healthcare, and logistics.
- Participate in building and operating the data collection "crowdsourcing model," assisting in the management of a diverse supply chain of data collectors (e.g., community residents, freelancers, part-time workers, etc.).
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Assist in establishing systems for collector recruitment, training, task dispatching, incentives, and retention to ensure a continuous and stable data supply chain.
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Crowdsourcing Platform & Data Pipeline Management
- Take charge of the day-to-day operations of the entire data collection workflow, including task creation, collection execution, initial quality screening, and data delivery.
- Collaborate with product and technical teams to provide feedback on the user experience of crowdsourced collection tools, driving iterative optimization of these tools.
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Execute quality control processes to ensure the validity, accuracy, and compliance of the collected data.
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Operational Empowerment & Scaled Growth
- Assist in formulating scaling strategies to cover more regions and scenarios, increasing the density and production capacity of the data network.
- Identify and resolve common issues in daily operations (such as capacity fluctuations, cost control, collection team activity rates, etc.) to continuously optimize operational efficiency.
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Collaborate with the Business Development (BD) team to translate crowdsourced collection capabilities into delivery support for commercialized data products.
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Team & Vendor Management
- Responsible for building, training, and managing a small data operations team on a daily basis (including collection specialists, QA specialists, etc.).
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Manage and coordinate external crowdsourced collectors and third-party data service vendors, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).
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Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with hardware R&D, algorithm teams, product departments, and the broader BD department to co-define data collection specifications and standards.
- Act as the operational interface between clients and R&D teams, precisely understanding requirements to ensure datasets are delivered on time and with high quality.
- Assist in managing regional operational budgets, ensuring all data collection and processing activities strictly comply with US data privacy, security, and relevant regulations.
Job Requirements
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Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree or above. Majors in Computer Science, Communications, Automation, Data Science, Management, or related fields are preferred.
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Core Experience: 3+ years of experience in supply chain, BD, operations, project management, or data management, including at least 1 year of team management experience. Those with a certain understanding of or practical experience in crowdsourcing models or the sharing economy are preferred; backgrounds in crowdsourced operations within ride-hailing, local on-demand services, or the AI data sector are highly preferred.
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Crowdsourcing & Rollout Expertise: Hands-on experience in crowdsourcing models, the sharing economy, or managing large-scale localized rollouts and promotional campaigns is required. Backgrounds in crowdsourced operations within ride-hailing, local on-demand services, or the AI data sector are highly preferred.
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Scenario Expansion Capability: Possess awareness of supply chain and scenario expansion, and understand the operational characteristics of at least one real-world scenario (e.g., households, factories, retail, etc.).
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Technical Understanding: Ability to understand the basic technical requirements of embodied AI data collection. Familiarity with sensors, data formats, and collection specifications is preferred.
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Execution & Responsibility: Ability to go deep into the frontline to solve practical operational problems, possessing a strong sense of responsibility and determination to achieve goals.
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Communication & Collaboration: Excellent cross-departmental and cross-team communication and coordination skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate small teams.
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Language Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in Spanish is a major plus for engaging with local communities and external teams.
Location: Bay Area/Los Angeles
Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and execution-driven Supply Chain BD leader to spearhead data collection scenario expansion and crowdsourced operations for embodied robotics. You will participate in building and operating a crowdsourcing supply chain model for embodied robot data collection, expanding data acquisition opportunities in real-world scenarios, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, multimodal data for embodied AI model training. If you are deeply interested in building a "data production network" and are willing to accumulate experience through frontline, hands-on operations to achieve rapid growth, this is an excellent opportunity to join a team in the cutting-edge field of AI infrastructure.
Core Responsibilities
- Scenario Expansion & Supply Chain Ecosystem Building
- Assist in planning and executing the expansion of data collection scenarios for embodied robots, going deep into the frontline to uncover data collection opportunities in real-world environments such as factories, households, retail, healthcare, and logistics.
- Participate in building and operating the data collection "crowdsourcing model," assisting in the management of a diverse supply chain of data collectors (e.g., community residents, freelancers, part-time workers, etc.).
-
Assist in establishing systems for collector recruitment, training, task dispatching, incentives, and retention to ensure a continuous and stable data supply chain.
-
Crowdsourcing Platform & Data Pipeline Management
- Take charge of the day-to-day operations of the entire data collection workflow, including task creation, collection execution, initial quality screening, and data delivery.
- Collaborate with product and technical teams to provide feedback on the user experience of crowdsourced collection tools, driving iterative optimization of these tools.
-
Execute quality control processes to ensure the validity, accuracy, and compliance of the collected data.
-
Operational Empowerment & Scaled Growth
- Assist in formulating scaling strategies to cover more regions and scenarios, increasing the density and production capacity of the data network.
- Identify and resolve common issues in daily operations (such as capacity fluctuations, cost control, collection team activity rates, etc.) to continuously optimize operational efficiency.
-
Collaborate with the Business Development (BD) team to translate crowdsourced collection capabilities into delivery support for commercialized data products.
-
Team & Vendor Management
- Responsible for building, training, and managing a small data operations team on a daily basis (including collection specialists, QA specialists, etc.).
-
Manage and coordinate external crowdsourced collectors and third-party data service vendors, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).
-
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with hardware R&D, algorithm teams, product departments, and the broader BD department to co-define data collection specifications and standards.
- Act as the operational interface between clients and R&D teams, precisely understanding requirements to ensure datasets are delivered on time and with high quality.
- Assist in managing regional operational budgets, ensuring all data collection and processing activities strictly comply with US data privacy, security, and relevant regulations.
Job Requirements
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Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree or above. Majors in Computer Science, Communications, Automation, Data Science, Management, or related fields are preferred.
-
Core Experience: 3+ years of experience in supply chain, BD, operations, project management, or data management, including at least 1 year of team management experience. Those with a certain understanding of or practical experience in crowdsourcing models or the sharing economy are preferred; backgrounds in crowdsourced operations within ride-hailing, local on-demand services, or the AI data sector are highly preferred.
-
Crowdsourcing & Rollout Expertise: Hands-on experience in crowdsourcing models, the sharing economy, or managing large-scale localized rollouts and promotional campaigns is required. Backgrounds in crowdsourced operations within ride-hailing, local on-demand services, or the AI data sector are highly preferred.
-
Scenario Expansion Capability: Possess awareness of supply chain and scenario expansion, and understand the operational characteristics of at least one real-world scenario (e.g., households, factories, retail, etc.).
-
Technical Understanding: Ability to understand the basic technical requirements of embodied AI data collection. Familiarity with sensors, data formats, and collection specifications is preferred.
-
Execution & Responsibility: Ability to go deep into the frontline to solve practical operational problems, possessing a strong sense of responsibility and determination to achieve goals.
-
Communication & Collaboration: Excellent cross-departmental and cross-team communication and coordination skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate small teams.
-
Language Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in Spanish is a major plus for engaging with local communities and external teams.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Business Development Consultant
Lead with your degree field, not just your title
Business development roles qualify as specialty occupations when tied to a specific degree. In applications and interviews, explicitly connect your business, economics, or marketing degree to the analytical and strategic work the role requires. This reinforces your OPT eligibility.
Target employers already familiar with OPT
Companies that have hired international students before understand OPT timelines and CPT authorization. Focusing your search on those employers reduces the time you spend educating hiring managers and increases the odds they'll move quickly on your application.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Business development hiring cycles can run 6 to 10 weeks. Know your OPT start date, expiration date, and STEM extension eligibility before outreach begins. Sharing a clear authorization window removes ambiguity and signals professionalism to hiring teams unfamiliar with F-1 status.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly employers
Migrate Mate surfaces business development roles at companies open to OPT candidates, so you're not wasting applications on employers who won't proceed. Filtering by sponsorship openness early saves weeks of effort and keeps your job search within your authorization window.
Prepare a concise OPT explainer for interviews
Many hiring managers confuse OPT with H-1B visa sponsorship. A two-sentence explanation, such as clarifying that OPT is pre-authorized work authorization requiring no employer petition, prevents delays and keeps decision-makers focused on your qualifications rather than immigration complexity.
Emphasize STEM extension eligibility if your degree qualifies
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field like information technology, statistics, or applied economics, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Mentioning this extends your runway from 12 to 36 months, which significantly increases employer confidence in a longer-term hire.
Business Development Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Development Consultant role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT purposes?
Yes, in most cases. Business development consultant positions that require applying analytical, strategic, or market research skills tied to a specific bachelor's degree field, such as business administration, economics, or marketing, meet the specialty occupation threshold. The key is that the role must genuinely require a degree in a related discipline, not just prefer one.
Can I work as a Business Development Consultant on standard 12-month OPT without a STEM degree?
Yes. OPT is tied to your degree level and field of study, not the specific job title. If your degree is in a non-STEM field like business or communications, you're authorized for 12 months of post-completion OPT. You can work in business development consulting during that period as long as the role is directly related to your degree program.
How do I find Business Development Consultant jobs at companies open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this. It filters job listings by OPT and visa sponsorship openness, so you can focus on employers who have hired international students before and are open to F-1 candidates. Searching without that filter wastes applications on companies that won't move forward regardless of your qualifications.
What should I tell a hiring manager who asks about my work authorization as an OPT student?
Be direct and specific. Explain that you hold F-1 student status with OPT work authorization, that no employer petition or sponsorship is required on their end during the OPT period, and state your authorization end date. If you qualify for the STEM extension, mention it, since it extends your total authorization to 36 months and reduces the employer's perceived risk.
Does the E-Verify requirement for STEM OPT affect Business Development Consultant roles?
Yes. If you're on a STEM OPT extension, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. This is a federal employment eligibility verification program, and STEM OPT regulations require it. Most mid-size and large companies are already enrolled. If you're considering a smaller employer or a startup, confirm their E-Verify status before accepting an offer to avoid losing your extension eligibility.