Claims Specialist Jobs for OPT Students
Claims Specialist roles sit squarely within specialty occupation territory, making them a strong fit for OPT authorization. Most positions require a degree in business, finance, or a related field. Your 12-month OPT window (up to 36 months with a STEM extension) gives you real runway to build claims experience and pursue H-1B sponsorship.
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The primary job function is to investigate and manage Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Claims.
Geo-Salary Information:
An in-person interview may be required during the hiring process
State specific pay scales for this role are as follows:
$XX to $XX (CA, NJ, NY, WA, HI, AK, MD, CT, RI, MA)
$XX to $XX (NV, OR, AZ, CO, WY, TX, ND, MN, MO, IL, WI, FL, GA, MI, OH, VA, PA, DE, VT, NH, ME)
$XX to $XX (UT, ID, MT, NM, SD, NE, KS, OK, IA, AR, LA, MS, AL, TN, KY, IN, SC, NC, WV)
The expected base salary for this position will vary depending on a number of factors, including relevant experience, skills and location.
Responsibilities: Essential Job Functions:
- Identifies and contacts each injured party to explain coverage and claims process.
- Verifies coverage, eligibility and determines the Company’s course of action.
- Maintains claims files, evaluates claims using facts and supporting data on injury and wages lost due to injury.
- Updates appropriate parties as needed, providing new facts as they become available, and their impact upon the analysis and settlement options.
- Verifies the nature and extent of injury and/or wages lost by obtaining and reviewing appropriate records and documentation.
- Carefully and thoroughly reviews all pertinent information and forwards the file to the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) when there is reasonable cause.
- Reviews and analyzes all information and submits request for payment of claims within company guidelines to supervisor.
- Thoroughly documents injury and treatment information as well as bills received for treatment and payments issued.
- Contacts medical providers and injured parties to verify medical provider information, treatment received, and billing status. Submits files to supervisor for audit upon closing.
- Maintains current knowledge of claims settlement procedures, state regulation, and policy changes.
- Includes completion of the formal claims training program, which may require overnight travel for at least 1 week.
Qualifications:
Education:
Minimum:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Completion of in-house training program
- You may be required to obtain a Company sponsored Adjuster’s license to handle claims, to be secured upon hire
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s Degree
Experience:
Minimum:
- At least 6 months of related experience
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Skills & Abilities:
Minimum:
- Solid comprehension of basic principles and practices of Company policies upon completion of formal and informal Claims Training.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment when interacting with customers and claimants.
- Requires extensive knowledge of medical terminology, and medical coding (CPT and ICD-10 coding).
- Requires extensive knowledge of Personal Injury Protection coverage(s), applicable state statutes/regulations.
- Has a passion for serving customers in their time of need.
- Possesses advanced written and verbal communication skills to professionally represent the Company in multi-channel correspondence with internal and external customers.
- Collaborates well with others. We are one team with a common goal.
- Ability to build rapport utilizing emotional intelligence.
- Views conflict resolution as an opportunity.
- Has self-motivation and accountability while working remotely.
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office products (Outlook, Word, Teams) and claims related software.
- Must have dedicated workspace that is free from distractions.
Preferred:
- Critical attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Demonstrates intellectual curiosity by seeking out efficiencies through process improvement or technology.
- Takes ownership of any process they can improve.
- Assumes positive intent in all interactions.
- Seeks growth within and beyond this role.
About the Company:
Why choose a career at Mercury?
At Mercury, we have been guided by our purpose to help people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events for more than 60 years. We are one team with a common goal to help others. Everyone needs insurance and we can’t imagine a world without it.
Our team will encourage you to grow, make time to have fun, and work together to make great things happen. We embrace the strengths and values of each team member. We believe in having diverse perspectives where everyone is included, to serve customers from all walks of life.
We care about our people, and we mean it. We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help our team members reach their health, retirement, and professional goals.
Perks and Benefits:
We offer many great benefits, including:
- Competitive compensation
- Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
- Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
- Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
- 401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Engaging work environment
- Promotional opportunities
- Education assistance
- Professional and personal development opportunities
- Company recognition program
- Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more
Mercury Insurance is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Pay Range: USD $44,466.00 - USD $77,881.00 /Yr.
Overview: Position Summary:
The primary job function is to investigate and manage Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Claims.
Geo-Salary Information:
An in-person interview may be required during the hiring process
State specific pay scales for this role are as follows:
$XX to $XX (CA, NJ, NY, WA, HI, AK, MD, CT, RI, MA)
$XX to $XX (NV, OR, AZ, CO, WY, TX, ND, MN, MO, IL, WI, FL, GA, MI, OH, VA, PA, DE, VT, NH, ME)
$XX to $XX (UT, ID, MT, NM, SD, NE, KS, OK, IA, AR, LA, MS, AL, TN, KY, IN, SC, NC, WV)
The expected base salary for this position will vary depending on a number of factors, including relevant experience, skills and location.
Responsibilities: Essential Job Functions:
- Identifies and contacts each injured party to explain coverage and claims process.
- Verifies coverage, eligibility and determines the Company’s course of action.
- Maintains claims files, evaluates claims using facts and supporting data on injury and wages lost due to injury.
- Updates appropriate parties as needed, providing new facts as they become available, and their impact upon the analysis and settlement options.
- Verifies the nature and extent of injury and/or wages lost by obtaining and reviewing appropriate records and documentation.
- Carefully and thoroughly reviews all pertinent information and forwards the file to the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) when there is reasonable cause.
- Reviews and analyzes all information and submits request for payment of claims within company guidelines to supervisor.
- Thoroughly documents injury and treatment information as well as bills received for treatment and payments issued.
- Contacts medical providers and injured parties to verify medical provider information, treatment received, and billing status. Submits files to supervisor for audit upon closing.
- Maintains current knowledge of claims settlement procedures, state regulation, and policy changes.
- Includes completion of the formal claims training program, which may require overnight travel for at least 1 week.
Qualifications:
Education:
Minimum:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Completion of in-house training program
- You may be required to obtain a Company sponsored Adjuster’s license to handle claims, to be secured upon hire
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s Degree
Experience:
Minimum:
- At least 6 months of related experience
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Skills & Abilities:
Minimum:
- Solid comprehension of basic principles and practices of Company policies upon completion of formal and informal Claims Training.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment when interacting with customers and claimants.
- Requires extensive knowledge of medical terminology, and medical coding (CPT and ICD-10 coding).
- Requires extensive knowledge of Personal Injury Protection coverage(s), applicable state statutes/regulations.
- Has a passion for serving customers in their time of need.
- Possesses advanced written and verbal communication skills to professionally represent the Company in multi-channel correspondence with internal and external customers.
- Collaborates well with others. We are one team with a common goal.
- Ability to build rapport utilizing emotional intelligence.
- Views conflict resolution as an opportunity.
- Has self-motivation and accountability while working remotely.
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office products (Outlook, Word, Teams) and claims related software.
- Must have dedicated workspace that is free from distractions.
Preferred:
- Critical attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Demonstrates intellectual curiosity by seeking out efficiencies through process improvement or technology.
- Takes ownership of any process they can improve.
- Assumes positive intent in all interactions.
- Seeks growth within and beyond this role.
About the Company:
Why choose a career at Mercury?
At Mercury, we have been guided by our purpose to help people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events for more than 60 years. We are one team with a common goal to help others. Everyone needs insurance and we can’t imagine a world without it.
Our team will encourage you to grow, make time to have fun, and work together to make great things happen. We embrace the strengths and values of each team member. We believe in having diverse perspectives where everyone is included, to serve customers from all walks of life.
We care about our people, and we mean it. We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help our team members reach their health, retirement, and professional goals.
Perks and Benefits:
We offer many great benefits, including:
- Competitive compensation
- Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
- Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
- Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
- 401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Engaging work environment
- Promotional opportunities
- Education assistance
- Professional and personal development opportunities
- Company recognition program
- Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more
Mercury Insurance is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Pay Range: USD $44,466.00 - USD $77,881.00 /Yr.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Claims Specialist
Target insurers and third-party administrators with H-1B track records
Large insurance carriers and TPAs file H-1B petitions regularly. Focusing your search on employers with a history of sponsorship dramatically improves your odds of converting OPT employment into long-term work authorization after your window closes.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation qualification
Claims Specialist roles require theoretical and practical application of business, finance, or risk management principles. Emphasize how your degree directly maps to the role's analytical demands, which is exactly what USCIS evaluates for specialty occupation status.
Highlight claims software proficiency in your applications
Employers hiring on OPT want candidates who reduce onboarding time. Proficiency in Guidewire, Salesforce, or similar claims management platforms signals immediate productivity and makes sponsorship investment feel lower-risk to hesitant hiring managers.
Use your CPT or internship experience as proof of specialty work
If you completed a claims-related internship during school, document the analytical and investigative responsibilities clearly on your resume. Prior specialty occupation work strengthens your H-1B petition and shows employers you already understand the role.
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Can I work as a Claims Specialist on OPT?
Yes, Claims Specialist roles generally qualify as specialty occupations under OPT rules because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business, finance, or risk management. Your employment must be directly related to your degree, so ensure the role's posted requirements align with what you studied before accepting an offer.
Does a Claims Specialist job qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated with a degree in a STEM-designated field, such as actuarial science, statistics, or business analytics, you can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension regardless of your job title. Check the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List to confirm your CIP code qualifies before applying.
How do I find Claims Specialist jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces Claims Specialist roles at employers open to sponsoring international candidates. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process, after multiple interview rounds.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Claims Specialist job ends?
You enter a 60-day grace period once your employment ends. During that window you can find a new OPT-qualifying role, transfer to a different visa status, or prepare to depart the United States. Your new job must still be related to your degree field. If you find another qualifying Claims Specialist or similar role within 60 days, you can continue on the same OPT authorization without reapplying.
Do Claims Specialist employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Large insurance carriers, managed care organizations, and third-party administrators sponsor H-1B visas more consistently than smaller firms. Regional insurers and boutique claims consultancies are less predictable. When evaluating an offer, ask HR directly whether they have sponsored H-1B petitions in the past three years, and request to see their OFLC disclosure data filings if you want to verify before committing.
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