OPT Business Intelligence Analyst Jobs
Business Intelligence Analyst roles are strong candidates for OPT sponsorship because they require a specific degree in data science, computer science, statistics, or a related field, satisfying the specialty occupation standard that employers and USCIS expect. Most positions also qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Division Overview
The HITS Enterprise Information and Data Services team at Michigan Medicine is seeking a Business Intelligence Analyst to support enterprise analytics, improve data-driven decision-making, and advance organizational outcomes. Our team partners closely with clinical, operational, revenue cycle, and administrative stakeholders to design high value analytics solutions that improve patient care, operational efficiency, and strategic planning.
As a Business Intelligence Analyst Senior/Intermediate, you will contribute to the delivery of scalable, secure, and actionable analytics products. You will collaborate with Epic application teams, data management teams, operational leaders, and reporting groups across Michigan Medicine to ensure that analytics solutions meet real-world needs, support organizational strategy, and align with enterprise data governance standards.
Job Summary
The Business Intelligence Analyst designs, develops, and maintains advanced data and analytics solutions that support critical clinical, operational, revenue cycle, and strategic initiatives across Michigan Medicine. This role works with Epic data models and modern analytics platforms—including Cogito (Epic Analytics Tools), Tableau, Power BI, and emerging cloud technologies—to deliver prescriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and cognitive analytics.
The analyst serves as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, leading analytics engagements, translating complex business questions into actionable insights, and promoting strong relationships across clinical and business teams. Responsibilities include guiding self-service adoption, contributing to platform modernization efforts, supporting enterprise initiatives and driving continuous improvement through agile practices.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, implement, and maintain analytics solutions using SQL, Epic Clarity/Caboodle data models, Cogito Tools, Tableau, Power BI, and cloud-based analytics platforms.
- Lead or contribute to analytics consulting engagements, translating complex business questions into actionable insights and measurable outcomes.
- Collaborate with clinical, operational, and revenue cycle partners to define requirements, prototype solutions, communicate findings, and provide expert advisory support.
- Support self-service analytics enablement, including development of governed datasets, semantic layers, and best-practice documentation.
- Participate in agile methodologies, sprint planning, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance team operations and delivery.
- Support strategic organizational initiatives such as One Epic, enterprise data governance, and workflow optimization projects.
- Ensure all analytics solutions follow established standards for security, data quality, and maintainability.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2-3 Years of IT, Analytic, Clinical Informatics, or Other related experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across cross functional teams and influence outcomes through clear communication and relationship building.
Desired Qualifications
- Epic certifications (Clarity/Caboodle, Cogito, or relevant Epic modules).
- Experience with Tableau, Power BI, MS Fabric, or other enterprise analytics platforms.
- Proficiency in SQL or other analytics programming languages.
- Familiarity with healthcare operations, clinical workflows, and EMR data structures.
- Experience with agile methodologies, Lean principles, or process improvement frameworks.
- Experience contributing to large-scale analytics modernization or cloud transformation initiatives.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Locations
This position is hybrid, with on site presence in Ann Arbor, MI 48108. Employees are expected, except during illness or severe weather to attend quarterly team meetings onsite. One on site day per week is encouraged, especially during the first six months to support onboarding and team integration.
The position is 90% remote, though it may occasionally require work during non-business hours or weekends to support operational needs.
Additional Information
Benefits
We offer a benefits package that includes comprehensive training and career development opportunities, generous retirement savings plans, ample paid time off, and a wealth of family care support: https://careers.umich.edu/benefits
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Opening ID
277130
Working Title
Business Intelligence Analyst Intermediate
Job Title
BI Analyst Intermediate
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Exec Vp Med Affairs
Posting Begin/End Date
5/08/2026 - 5/22/2026
Career Interest
Administration
Information Technology
How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Division Overview
The HITS Enterprise Information and Data Services team at Michigan Medicine is seeking a Business Intelligence Analyst to support enterprise analytics, improve data-driven decision-making, and advance organizational outcomes. Our team partners closely with clinical, operational, revenue cycle, and administrative stakeholders to design high value analytics solutions that improve patient care, operational efficiency, and strategic planning.
As a Business Intelligence Analyst Senior/Intermediate, you will contribute to the delivery of scalable, secure, and actionable analytics products. You will collaborate with Epic application teams, data management teams, operational leaders, and reporting groups across Michigan Medicine to ensure that analytics solutions meet real-world needs, support organizational strategy, and align with enterprise data governance standards.
Job Summary
The Business Intelligence Analyst designs, develops, and maintains advanced data and analytics solutions that support critical clinical, operational, revenue cycle, and strategic initiatives across Michigan Medicine. This role works with Epic data models and modern analytics platforms—including Cogito (Epic Analytics Tools), Tableau, Power BI, and emerging cloud technologies—to deliver prescriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and cognitive analytics.
The analyst serves as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, leading analytics engagements, translating complex business questions into actionable insights, and promoting strong relationships across clinical and business teams. Responsibilities include guiding self-service adoption, contributing to platform modernization efforts, supporting enterprise initiatives and driving continuous improvement through agile practices.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, implement, and maintain analytics solutions using SQL, Epic Clarity/Caboodle data models, Cogito Tools, Tableau, Power BI, and cloud-based analytics platforms.
- Lead or contribute to analytics consulting engagements, translating complex business questions into actionable insights and measurable outcomes.
- Collaborate with clinical, operational, and revenue cycle partners to define requirements, prototype solutions, communicate findings, and provide expert advisory support.
- Support self-service analytics enablement, including development of governed datasets, semantic layers, and best-practice documentation.
- Participate in agile methodologies, sprint planning, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance team operations and delivery.
- Support strategic organizational initiatives such as One Epic, enterprise data governance, and workflow optimization projects.
- Ensure all analytics solutions follow established standards for security, data quality, and maintainability.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2-3 Years of IT, Analytic, Clinical Informatics, or Other related experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across cross functional teams and influence outcomes through clear communication and relationship building.
Desired Qualifications
- Epic certifications (Clarity/Caboodle, Cogito, or relevant Epic modules).
- Experience with Tableau, Power BI, MS Fabric, or other enterprise analytics platforms.
- Proficiency in SQL or other analytics programming languages.
- Familiarity with healthcare operations, clinical workflows, and EMR data structures.
- Experience with agile methodologies, Lean principles, or process improvement frameworks.
- Experience contributing to large-scale analytics modernization or cloud transformation initiatives.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Locations
This position is hybrid, with on site presence in Ann Arbor, MI 48108. Employees are expected, except during illness or severe weather to attend quarterly team meetings onsite. One on site day per week is encouraged, especially during the first six months to support onboarding and team integration.
The position is 90% remote, though it may occasionally require work during non-business hours or weekends to support operational needs.
Additional Information
Benefits
We offer a benefits package that includes comprehensive training and career development opportunities, generous retirement savings plans, ample paid time off, and a wealth of family care support: https://careers.umich.edu/benefits
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Opening ID
277130
Working Title
Business Intelligence Analyst Intermediate
Job Title
BI Analyst Intermediate
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Exec Vp Med Affairs
Posting Begin/End Date
5/08/2026 - 5/22/2026
Career Interest
Administration
Information Technology
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Business Intelligence Analyst
Target companies with established BI teams
Large enterprises in finance, healthcare, and technology maintain dedicated BI functions and sponsor OPT regularly. Smaller startups often can't absorb the HR overhead of OPT documentation, so prioritize organizations with 500 or more employees.
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Business Intelligence Analyst roles fall under CIP codes tied to data science, statistics, and computer science, all STEM-designated. A 24-month extension gives you significantly more runway to secure H-1B visa sponsorship after your initial 12 months of OPT.
Frame your technical stack clearly on your resume
Employers assessing OPT sponsorship want to confirm the role meets specialty occupation standards. Listing SQL, Python, Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools demonstrates the technical depth that supports that classification and reduces hesitation from hiring managers.
Apply before your OPT start date when possible
Many BI roles have multi-round interview processes spanning four to eight weeks. Starting applications early leaves time to clear technical screens, negotiate start dates, and complete the E-Verify and I-983 paperwork your employer will need to file.
Prepare to explain your authorization timeline concisely
Recruiters often misunderstand OPT. Have a clear two-sentence explanation ready: your current expiration date, whether you qualify for the STEM extension, and what documentation the employer needs to provide. Clarity reduces drop-off at the offer stage.
Prioritize roles with defined reporting structures
USCIS and employers need to document that your BI role constitutes a specialty occupation. Positions with clear data deliverables, stakeholder reporting chains, and degree requirements stated in the job description are far easier to defend if scrutiny arises.
Business Intelligence Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Business Intelligence Analyst roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes. Business Intelligence Analyst positions typically fall under CIP codes for computer science, data science, information systems, or statistics, all of which are on the STEM Designated Degree Program list. If your degree is in one of those fields, you're eligible to apply for the 24-month STEM extension, giving you up to three years of OPT work authorization total.
How do I find Business Intelligence Analyst jobs where employers are open to OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers who are open to sponsoring work authorization. Searching there saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company won't support OPT. Focus your search on companies in finance, tech, and healthcare, which historically sponsor BI roles at higher rates.
What does my employer need to do to support my OPT as a BI Analyst?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan if you're on the STEM extension. For standard OPT, they primarily need to confirm employment in writing and report changes to your DSO. Most large companies with BI teams have HR processes in place for this, though smaller firms may be less familiar with the requirements.
Does a Business Intelligence Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
In most cases, yes. BI Analyst roles that require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field, such as computer science, statistics, or data science, meet the specialty occupation definition. The key is that the job posting and offer letter should state a specific degree requirement, not just a preferred field, which strengthens the H-1B petition if your employer files one.
Can I work as a Business Intelligence Analyst on OPT if my degree is in a non-technical field like business?
It depends on the degree and the role. A general business degree is less likely to satisfy the specialty occupation standard for a BI Analyst position than a degree in data analytics, information systems, or statistics. Some employers will proceed, but the weaker the degree-to-role connection, the harder it becomes to justify OPT authorization and any future H-1B filing.