Change Management Coordinator Jobs for OPT Students
Change Management Coordinator roles sit at the intersection of organizational behavior and project execution, making them a strong fit for OPT students with backgrounds in business, organizational psychology, or management. Most positions fall under Standard Occupational Classification 11-9199, which supports H-1B specialty occupation eligibility. STEM OPT extension is not available for this role.
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An extraordinarily talented group of individuals work together every day to drive TNS' success, from both professional and personal perspectives. Come join the excellence!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports the execution of change management activities and plans, tracking progress and escalating issues or needed adjustments as appropriate. Assists with defining basic KPI's and contributing to measurement and reporting activities. Serves as a point of contact for key stakeholders, helping to reinforce change management policy and encourage adherence by providing day‑to‑day support and guidance. Contributes to the development and delivery of communications to keep stakeholders informed and engaged. Assists in assessing and validating the scope and impact of changes associated with the project.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure requests for change are risk managed through their lifecycle for accurate and timely delivery into the production environment, ensuring standardized methods, process and procedures are used for all changes
- Change Management administrative tasks, including customer notifications, Service Management approvals, responses to customer queries and ongoing creation of customer ‘Forward Schedule Change’ reports
- Conduct impact analyses, assess change readiness, and identify key stakeholders
- Work closely with Network Operations to provide proactive and reactive assistance to a diverse range of issues in order to resolve any underlying service issues
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate change management activities into project plans
- Working with the Global Change Manager develop and implement change management strategies and plans that maximize employee adoption and minimize resistance
- Design and deliver communication plans that articulate the vision, benefits, and progress of change initiatives
- Support the development and delivery of training programs to ensure smooth transitions
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of change initiatives and adjust strategies as needed
- Ensure alignment of change initiatives with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we’re looking for:
- A flexible approach to ensure continuous support for the Global Change Management Team by providing coverage during holidays, sickness, or other absences—maintaining a seamless 'follow-the-sun' model for Change Management responsibilities
- Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written, with strong interpersonal, and negotiation abilities
- Comfortable working independently, with a self-driven approach to taking ownership and completing responsibilities with minimal supervision
- Strong understanding of business functions, workflows, and processes within an Operations environment
YOUR EXPERIENCE
Change Management Expertise
- 1-2 years of experience in a Change Management or similar role preferred
- Proven track record of managing end-to-end change initiatives in complex environments
Frameworks & Methodologies
- Experience with ITIL (especially Change Enablement) preferred
Change Governance
- Experience participating in Change Advisory Boards (CABs)
- Strong understanding of risk assessment, impact analysis, and change prioritization
Tool Proficiency
- Experience using change management tools such as BMC Remedy ServiceNow, Jira, Salesforce or similar platforms
Stakeholder Management
- Demonstrated ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Experience working with cross-functional teams including IT, operations, and business units
Communication & Documentation
- Strong English language skills, both verbal and written
- Experience preparing change documentation, reports, including internal root cause analysis reports
Industry Knowledge
- Experience in Payments, Telecom, Financial Services or other regulated industries is highly desirable
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Ability to assess complex change requests and identify potential risks and dependencies
- Experience using data to track change success metrics and drive continuous improvement
If you are passionate about technology, love personal growth and opportunity, come see what TNS is all about!
TNS is an equal opportunity employer. TNS evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
INTRODUCTION
An extraordinarily talented group of individuals work together every day to drive TNS' success, from both professional and personal perspectives. Come join the excellence!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports the execution of change management activities and plans, tracking progress and escalating issues or needed adjustments as appropriate. Assists with defining basic KPI's and contributing to measurement and reporting activities. Serves as a point of contact for key stakeholders, helping to reinforce change management policy and encourage adherence by providing day‑to‑day support and guidance. Contributes to the development and delivery of communications to keep stakeholders informed and engaged. Assists in assessing and validating the scope and impact of changes associated with the project.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure requests for change are risk managed through their lifecycle for accurate and timely delivery into the production environment, ensuring standardized methods, process and procedures are used for all changes
- Change Management administrative tasks, including customer notifications, Service Management approvals, responses to customer queries and ongoing creation of customer ‘Forward Schedule Change’ reports
- Conduct impact analyses, assess change readiness, and identify key stakeholders
- Work closely with Network Operations to provide proactive and reactive assistance to a diverse range of issues in order to resolve any underlying service issues
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate change management activities into project plans
- Working with the Global Change Manager develop and implement change management strategies and plans that maximize employee adoption and minimize resistance
- Design and deliver communication plans that articulate the vision, benefits, and progress of change initiatives
- Support the development and delivery of training programs to ensure smooth transitions
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of change initiatives and adjust strategies as needed
- Ensure alignment of change initiatives with regulatory requirements and industry best practices
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we’re looking for:
- A flexible approach to ensure continuous support for the Global Change Management Team by providing coverage during holidays, sickness, or other absences—maintaining a seamless 'follow-the-sun' model for Change Management responsibilities
- Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written, with strong interpersonal, and negotiation abilities
- Comfortable working independently, with a self-driven approach to taking ownership and completing responsibilities with minimal supervision
- Strong understanding of business functions, workflows, and processes within an Operations environment
YOUR EXPERIENCE
Change Management Expertise
- 1-2 years of experience in a Change Management or similar role preferred
- Proven track record of managing end-to-end change initiatives in complex environments
Frameworks & Methodologies
- Experience with ITIL (especially Change Enablement) preferred
Change Governance
- Experience participating in Change Advisory Boards (CABs)
- Strong understanding of risk assessment, impact analysis, and change prioritization
Tool Proficiency
- Experience using change management tools such as BMC Remedy ServiceNow, Jira, Salesforce or similar platforms
Stakeholder Management
- Demonstrated ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Experience working with cross-functional teams including IT, operations, and business units
Communication & Documentation
- Strong English language skills, both verbal and written
- Experience preparing change documentation, reports, including internal root cause analysis reports
Industry Knowledge
- Experience in Payments, Telecom, Financial Services or other regulated industries is highly desirable
Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Ability to assess complex change requests and identify potential risks and dependencies
- Experience using data to track change success metrics and drive continuous improvement
If you are passionate about technology, love personal growth and opportunity, come see what TNS is all about!
TNS is an equal opportunity employer. TNS evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Change Management Coordinator
Target mid-to-large organizations undergoing active transformation
Companies scaling operations, merging, or adopting new technology systems hire change management support most consistently. These organizations have structured HR processes and are more familiar with sponsoring work visas after your OPT period ends.
Frame your degree as directly tied to the role
Change Management Coordinator is a specialty occupation requiring a relevant degree. Emphasize coursework in organizational behavior, business administration, or industrial-organizational psychology to show your degree directly supports the work, not just broadly related.
Get certified in Prosci or ADKAR before applying
Prosci certification and ADKAR methodology knowledge are credentials many employers list as preferred qualifications. Holding one before you apply signals professional seriousness and makes you a stronger candidate against applicants with longer U.S. work history.
Highlight experience with change management tools in your resume
Employers look for familiarity with platforms like ServiceNow, Jira, or ChangeGear. Demonstrating hands-on tool experience strengthens your application and signals you can contribute immediately, which matters more when employers are considering visa sponsorship costs.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly employers
Not every company is open to OPT authorization. Migrate Mate surfaces Change Management Coordinator roles from employers with a documented history of sponsoring international candidates, saving you time applying to companies that will reject you at the authorization stage.
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Can I work as a Change Management Coordinator on OPT?
Yes. Change Management Coordinator roles qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization when the position is directly related to your degree field, such as business administration, organizational psychology, or management. You must have your Employment Authorization Document before your start date. The role falls under SOC code 11-9199 and is generally recognized as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes.
Does a Change Management Coordinator role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
No. Change Management Coordinator positions fall under SOC 11-9199, which is not on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. This means your OPT authorization is limited to the standard 12 months. If you want to continue working in the U.S., you will need employer-sponsored H-1B or another visa category before your OPT expires.
What degree fields support a Change Management Coordinator OPT application?
The most directly supporting fields are business administration, organizational behavior, industrial-organizational psychology, human resources management, and management information systems. Your degree must have a logical and direct connection to the job duties. A general humanities or unrelated STEM degree may not satisfy the specialty occupation requirement if an employer later files an H-1B petition on your behalf.
How do I find Change Management Coordinator jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Most general job boards do not filter by visa sponsorship willingness, which wastes significant application time. Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and surfaces roles from employers with a track record of sponsoring OPT workers and filing H-1B petitions. Searching there narrows your list to companies already open to your authorization status.
What happens to my Change Management Coordinator job if my H-1B isn't selected in the lottery?
If your H-1B registration is not selected and you have no other visa options, your work authorization ends when your OPT expires. Some employers will explore alternatives such as the O-1A visa for candidates with demonstrated exceptional achievement, or E-3 for Australian citizens. Discussing contingency options with your employer before lottery results are announced gives both sides time to plan.
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