OPT Business Process Analyst Jobs
Business Process Analyst roles qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization when the position requires analytical, business, or information systems coursework. Most employers in consulting, finance, and tech actively hire OPT candidates for these roles, and the structured nature of the work makes STEM OPT extension applications straightforward for graduates with qualifying degrees.
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08-12-2026
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Job Summary
The Business Process Analyst Sr. (Intermediate) will play a supporting role in performing analysis and providing insights leveraging process data from across AEP. This role will be engaged in subsequent process improvement and value realization measurement, including KPI / metric development and monitoring in collaboration with business partners. The role will work closely with business partners to understand KPIs and the supporting frameworks for the purposes of sustainability.
Job Description
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!
Business Process Analyst (Salary Grade 6)
Business Process Analyst Sr. (Salary Grade 7)
Primary Expectations:
- Coordinate with Technology, OPCOs and business units to facilitate the intake of technology change requests for customer-facing systems.
- Maintain business continuity planning documentation for multiple critical work functions.
- Coordinate with multiple enterprise teams to maintain documentation and monthly ICS readiness communications.
- Lead small to medium size business projects supporting continuous process improvement.
- Support efforts related to PII data protections across multiple customer-facing systems.
- Coordinate operational controls and Sarbanes & Oxley control testing across multiple teams.
- Coordinate SOX 302 reviews and SOX 404 testing for leadership certification.
What You'll Do:
- Perform analysis and create insights leveraging enterprise process data (add).
- Develop and measure subsequent KPIs in collaboration with the business unit to measuring ongoing value to AEP.
- Drive and implement designed process workflows using process data in collaboration with business partners.
- Define and monitor performance metrics (Key Performance Indicators) to measure process improvement effectiveness.
- Develop and conduct employee training sessions that will train employees on process change, roles and responsibilities, and system standards and requirements.
- Collect organizational feedback and file process change documentation in an organized and repeatable fashion.
- Map out proposed processes with a broad and high level outlook over the entire organization. Need unbiased outlook in seeing what is best for the organization as a whole.
- Evaluate real and potential risks to projects or process implementation.
- Develop reports and presentations for higher level management.
- Help coach and develop lower-level team members to improve their skill level and achieve goals.
What We're Looking For:
Business Process Analyst (Salary Grade 6)
Education: Associate's Degree in Project Management, Business Process, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
Experience: Four (4) years of experience in continuous improvement process activities, operations, project management or business analytics.
(Or)
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: Six (6) years of experience in continuous improvement process activities, operations, project management or business analytics.
Business Process Analyst Sr. (Salary Grade 7)
Education: Associate's Degree in Project Management, Business Process, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
Experience: Six (6) years of experience in continuous improvement process activities, operations, project management or business analytics.
(Or)
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: Eight (8) years of experience in continuous improvement process activities, operations, project management or business analytics.
Additional Expectations:
- Occasional travel expected.
- Proficiency in the MS Office suite (Power Apps, PowerBI, Excel, Visio, Word, and PowerPoint) is required.
- Strong communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with all levels of AEP management.
- Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company’s Corporate Compliance Policy.
- Auditing experience and Primavera (P6) knowledge a plus.
- Participate in establishing a healthy culture of continuous Process Improvement.
What You'll Get:
This single vacancy is posted in a range. Please note that Education and/or relevant Experience will be used to determine the appropriate salary and salary grade.
Business Process Analyst (Salary Grade 6)
Expected Salary Range: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 (USD)
Business Process Analyst Sr. (Salary Grade 7)
Expected Salary Range: $90,000.00-$100,000.00 (USD)
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade: SP20-007
Compensation Range: $74,551.00 - $109,543.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Job Posting End Date
08-12-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
The Business Process Analyst Sr. (Intermediate) will play a supporting role in performing analysis and providing insights leveraging process data from across AEP. This role will be engaged in subsequent process improvement and value realization measurement, including KPI / metric development and monitoring in collaboration with business partners. The role will work closely with business partners to understand KPIs and the supporting frameworks for the purposes of sustainability.
Job Description
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!
Business Process Analyst (Salary Grade 6)
Business Process Analyst Sr. (Salary Grade 7)
Primary Expectations:
- Coordinate with Technology, OPCOs and business units to facilitate the intake of technology change requests for customer-facing systems.
- Maintain business continuity planning documentation for multiple critical work functions.
- Coordinate with multiple enterprise teams to maintain documentation and monthly ICS readiness communications.
- Lead small to medium size business projects supporting continuous process improvement.
- Support efforts related to PII data protections across multiple customer-facing systems.
- Coordinate operational controls and Sarbanes & Oxley control testing across multiple teams.
- Coordinate SOX 302 reviews and SOX 404 testing for leadership certification.
What You'll Do:
- Perform analysis and create insights leveraging enterprise process data (add).
- Develop and measure subsequent KPIs in collaboration with the business unit to measuring ongoing value to AEP.
- Drive and implement designed process workflows using process data in collaboration with business partners.
- Define and monitor performance metrics (Key Performance Indicators) to measure process improvement effectiveness.
- Develop and conduct employee training sessions that will train employees on process change, roles and responsibilities, and system standards and requirements.
- Collect organizational feedback and file process change documentation in an organized and repeatable fashion.
- Map out proposed processes with a broad and high level outlook over the entire organization. Need unbiased outlook in seeing what is best for the organization as a whole.
- Evaluate real and potential risks to projects or process implementation.
- Develop reports and presentations for higher level management.
- Help coach and develop lower-level team members to improve their skill level and achieve goals.
What We're Looking For:
Business Process Analyst (Salary Grade 6)
Education: Associate's Degree in Project Management, Business Process, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
Experience: Four (4) years of experience in continuous improvement process activities, operations, project management or business analytics.
(Or)
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: Six (6) years of experience in continuous improvement process activities, operations, project management or business analytics.
Business Process Analyst Sr. (Salary Grade 7)
Education: Associate's Degree in Project Management, Business Process, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
Experience: Six (6) years of experience in continuous improvement process activities, operations, project management or business analytics.
(Or)
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: Eight (8) years of experience in continuous improvement process activities, operations, project management or business analytics.
Additional Expectations:
- Occasional travel expected.
- Proficiency in the MS Office suite (Power Apps, PowerBI, Excel, Visio, Word, and PowerPoint) is required.
- Strong communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with all levels of AEP management.
- Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company’s Corporate Compliance Policy.
- Auditing experience and Primavera (P6) knowledge a plus.
- Participate in establishing a healthy culture of continuous Process Improvement.
What You'll Get:
This single vacancy is posted in a range. Please note that Education and/or relevant Experience will be used to determine the appropriate salary and salary grade.
Business Process Analyst (Salary Grade 6)
Expected Salary Range: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 (USD)
Business Process Analyst Sr. (Salary Grade 7)
Expected Salary Range: $90,000.00-$100,000.00 (USD)
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade: SP20-007
Compensation Range: $74,551.00 - $109,543.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Business Process Analyst
Confirm your degree aligns with the role
Business Process Analyst positions typically require degrees in business administration, information systems, industrial engineering, or a related field. Confirm your degree field matches before applying so your OPT authorization clearly supports the role during employer verification.
Target employers already familiar with OPT
Consulting firms, financial institutions, and large technology companies regularly hire OPT students for analyst roles. These employers have HR teams experienced with work authorization verification, which reduces delays and confusion during the onboarding process for international candidates.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility upfront
If your degree is in information systems, industrial engineering, or a quantitative business field, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Mentioning this early reassures hiring managers that your authorization timeline extends well beyond the initial 12 months.
Emphasize process improvement and systems experience
Employers prioritize candidates who can demonstrate measurable impact in workflow optimization or systems analysis. Quantify your contributions from internships or academic projects using metrics like time saved, error reduction, or process efficiency gains to stand out in applications.
Apply during your authorized OPT window only
Ensure your OPT start date is active before beginning employment. Some employers will delay offers if your EAD card has not yet arrived. Start your OPT application through your DSO at least 90 days before your intended employment start date.
Prepare to explain your authorization timeline clearly
Recruiters often confuse OPT with H-1B visa sponsorship. Be ready to explain that OPT is already-authorized work status requiring no employer petition, and specify your current expiration date so the hiring team can plan onboarding and potential future sponsorship timelines accurately.
Business Process Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Process Analyst role qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization?
Yes, Business Process Analyst positions qualify for OPT when the role directly relates to your field of study. Degrees in business administration, information systems, management information systems, or industrial engineering are the most common qualifying fields. Your DSO can confirm the connection between your specific degree and the position before you accept an offer.
Can I get a STEM OPT extension as a Business Process Analyst?
It depends on your degree. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in a STEM-designated field such as information systems, operations research, or industrial engineering, you likely qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. A general business administration degree typically does not qualify. Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM designated degree list with your DSO to confirm eligibility before your initial OPT expires.
Do employers typically sponsor Business Process Analysts for H-1B visas after OPT?
Many do, particularly in consulting, financial services, and enterprise technology. Business Process Analyst roles frequently meet the H-1B specialty occupation standard because they require a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Larger employers with established immigration programs are more likely to sponsor. You can browse Business Process Analyst roles from OPT-friendly employers on Migrate Mate to identify companies with a track record of sponsoring international employees.
What happens if my OPT expires before my employer files for H-1B?
If your employer files an H-1B petition with premium processing before your OPT expires and you have a valid STEM OPT extension, you may be protected by cap-gap coverage through September 30 of that year. Without a STEM extension, your work authorization ends when your OPT expires. This makes early H-1B planning with your employer critical, ideally six to twelve months before your OPT end date.
What types of employers hire Business Process Analysts on OPT?
Consulting firms, banks, insurance companies, healthcare systems, and large technology companies regularly hire Business Process Analysts on OPT. Roles in these industries typically involve workflow documentation, systems analysis, and cross-functional project coordination, which align well with business and information systems degrees. Employers in regulated industries like finance and healthcare often have structured onboarding processes that accommodate international candidates on work authorization.