Client Partner Jobs for OPT Students
Client Partner roles sit at the intersection of sales, strategy, and relationship management, making them a strong fit for OPT students with backgrounds in business, marketing, or communications. Most employers require a degree-related match for OPT authorization, so framing your academic background against client-facing responsibilities is essential when applying.
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Reddit is a community of communities. It’s built on shared interests, passion, and trust, and is home to the most open and authentic conversations on the internet. Every day, Reddit users submit, vote, and comment on the topics they care most about. With 100,000+ active communities and approximately 121 million daily active unique visitors, Reddit is one of the internet’s largest sources of information.
We're looking for a sharp, positive, and motivated self-starter to join our Mid Market Goods Acquisitions team in San Francisco! In addition to laying the foundation of the team, the Client Partner will be responsible for prospecting and establishing net new partnerships with key brands and ensuring they meet their business objectives using Reddit's advertising suite.
Please note that this role is required to work in-person from our SF office 1-2 days per week.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prospect into and collaborate with prospective customers to deliver Reddit solutions that help achieve those customers’ marketing and business goals
- Establish new relationships, acquire new clients (both direct and agency-driven), and bring them onto the platform in a way that sets them up for long-term success
- Identify areas of additional opportunity within existing client relationships, including new lines of business, and move them through to close
- Collaborate with Account Managers to create long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships between your customer base and Reddit
- Act as the CEO of your book of business, and take full ownership of strategic bets, revenue forecasting, and ensuring operational rigor
- Communicate feedback on our sales processes, narratives, and products to advocate for customers and improve the team's effectiveness and efficiency
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4-7 years of experience in digital media with at least 1-3 years of experience in sales
- High familiarity with sales tools for research, prospecting, prioritization, and client outreach at scale
- A hunger for identifying, prospecting, and closing new business
- Ability to manage a book of business greater than 30 accounts
- Subject matter expertise in the social media landscape and native advertising
- Positive outlook, team player
- Demonstrated high achievement against sales targets
- Motivated self-starter who thrives in unstructured environments
- BA / BS degree or equivalent work experience
BENEFITS:
- Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and Income Replacement Programs
- 401k with Employer Match
- Global Benefit programs that fit your lifestyle, from workspace to professional development to caregiving support
- Family Planning Support
- Gender-Affirming Care
- Mental Health & Coaching Benefits
- Flexible Vacation & Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Generous Paid Parental Leave
PAY TRANSPARENCY:
This job posting may span more than one career level. In addition to base salary, this job is eligible to receive equity in the form of restricted stock units, and will also be eligible to receive a commission. Additionally, Reddit offers a wide range of benefits to U.S.-based employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) program with employer match, generous time off for vacation, and parental leave.
To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base salary ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and country location, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including, skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed below.
The base salary range for this position is:
- $102,400—$143,400 USD
In select roles and locations, the interviews will be recorded, transcribed and summarized by artificial intelligence (AI). You will have the opportunity to opt out of recording, transcription and summarization prior to any scheduled interviews.
During the interview, we will collect the following categories of personal information: Identifiers, Professional and Employment-Related Information, Sensory Information (audio/video recording), and any other categories of personal information you choose to share with us. We will use this information to evaluate your application for employment or an independent contractor role, as applicable. We will not sell your personal information or disclose it to any third party for their marketing purposes. We will delete any recording of your interview promptly after making a hiring decision. For more information about how we will handle your personal information, including our retention of it, please refer to our Candidate Privacy Policy for Potential Employees and Contractors.
Reddit is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse communities we serve. Reddit is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.
INTRODUCTION
Reddit is a community of communities. It’s built on shared interests, passion, and trust, and is home to the most open and authentic conversations on the internet. Every day, Reddit users submit, vote, and comment on the topics they care most about. With 100,000+ active communities and approximately 121 million daily active unique visitors, Reddit is one of the internet’s largest sources of information.
We're looking for a sharp, positive, and motivated self-starter to join our Mid Market Goods Acquisitions team in San Francisco! In addition to laying the foundation of the team, the Client Partner will be responsible for prospecting and establishing net new partnerships with key brands and ensuring they meet their business objectives using Reddit's advertising suite.
Please note that this role is required to work in-person from our SF office 1-2 days per week.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prospect into and collaborate with prospective customers to deliver Reddit solutions that help achieve those customers’ marketing and business goals
- Establish new relationships, acquire new clients (both direct and agency-driven), and bring them onto the platform in a way that sets them up for long-term success
- Identify areas of additional opportunity within existing client relationships, including new lines of business, and move them through to close
- Collaborate with Account Managers to create long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships between your customer base and Reddit
- Act as the CEO of your book of business, and take full ownership of strategic bets, revenue forecasting, and ensuring operational rigor
- Communicate feedback on our sales processes, narratives, and products to advocate for customers and improve the team's effectiveness and efficiency
QUALIFICATIONS
- 4-7 years of experience in digital media with at least 1-3 years of experience in sales
- High familiarity with sales tools for research, prospecting, prioritization, and client outreach at scale
- A hunger for identifying, prospecting, and closing new business
- Ability to manage a book of business greater than 30 accounts
- Subject matter expertise in the social media landscape and native advertising
- Positive outlook, team player
- Demonstrated high achievement against sales targets
- Motivated self-starter who thrives in unstructured environments
- BA / BS degree or equivalent work experience
BENEFITS:
- Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and Income Replacement Programs
- 401k with Employer Match
- Global Benefit programs that fit your lifestyle, from workspace to professional development to caregiving support
- Family Planning Support
- Gender-Affirming Care
- Mental Health & Coaching Benefits
- Flexible Vacation & Paid Volunteer Time Off
- Generous Paid Parental Leave
PAY TRANSPARENCY:
This job posting may span more than one career level. In addition to base salary, this job is eligible to receive equity in the form of restricted stock units, and will also be eligible to receive a commission. Additionally, Reddit offers a wide range of benefits to U.S.-based employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) program with employer match, generous time off for vacation, and parental leave.
To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base salary ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and country location, benchmarked against similar stage growth companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including, skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed below.
The base salary range for this position is:
- $102,400—$143,400 USD
In select roles and locations, the interviews will be recorded, transcribed and summarized by artificial intelligence (AI). You will have the opportunity to opt out of recording, transcription and summarization prior to any scheduled interviews.
During the interview, we will collect the following categories of personal information: Identifiers, Professional and Employment-Related Information, Sensory Information (audio/video recording), and any other categories of personal information you choose to share with us. We will use this information to evaluate your application for employment or an independent contractor role, as applicable. We will not sell your personal information or disclose it to any third party for their marketing purposes. We will delete any recording of your interview promptly after making a hiring decision. For more information about how we will handle your personal information, including our retention of it, please refer to our Candidate Privacy Policy for Potential Employees and Contractors.
Reddit is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse communities we serve. Reddit is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during the interview process, please let your recruiter know.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Client Partner
Lead with your degree connection
Client Partner roles typically fall under business development or account management. When applying, explicitly connect your degree in business, marketing, or a related field to the role's core responsibilities so employers understand your OPT authorization is straightforward to support.
Target companies with existing OPT infrastructure
Larger agencies, consultancies, and enterprise tech firms have HR teams experienced with OPT work authorization. These employers are far less likely to withdraw an offer over visa paperwork than smaller companies encountering OPT students for the first time.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Client Partner hiring cycles can run eight to twelve weeks. Know your OPT start date and remaining authorized period before applying, and be ready to share that timeline with recruiters early so it doesn't become a last-minute complication during offer negotiation.
Quantify client impact in your resume
Hiring managers for Client Partner roles evaluate revenue influence and relationship outcomes. Concrete metrics like retention rates, portfolio growth percentages, or upsell figures demonstrate the commercial value you bring and reduce hesitation about investing in OPT authorization paperwork.
Address STEM OPT extension eligibility early
If your degree is in a STEM field like data analytics, information systems, or computer science, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Mentioning this to employers effectively triples your authorized work period, which meaningfully improves your candidacy for longer-term roles.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during the offer stage
OPT authorization is temporary, so understanding whether a company sponsors H-1B visas matters before you accept. Raise the question professionally during offer discussions, framing it as forward planning rather than an immediate demand, so both sides can assess long-term fit.
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Can I work as a Client Partner on OPT?
Yes, provided your degree field is directly related to the role. Client Partner positions typically fall under business development, account management, or marketing, which align with degrees in business administration, marketing, communications, or related fields. Your DSO can confirm whether your specific degree supports authorization for the role you're applying to.
Do Client Partner employers typically sponsor OPT students?
It depends on the employer's size and experience with international hires. Enterprise technology firms, large advertising agencies, and management consultancies are the most likely to support OPT students in Client Partner roles because they have established HR processes for work authorization. You can browse OPT-friendly Client Partner openings on Migrate Mate, where listings are filtered specifically for F-1 students.
Does a Client Partner role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Not automatically. The STEM OPT extension is tied to your degree classification, not the job title. If your undergraduate or graduate degree is in a STEM-designated field such as data analytics, information systems, or applied mathematics, you may qualify even for a non-technical Client Partner role. Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM OPT designated degree program list to confirm.
What if my Client Partner job duties shift after I start on OPT?
Material changes to your role, such as a significant shift in responsibilities or employer, require updated authorization in some cases. If your job description changes substantially, notify your DSO promptly. Minor scope expansions within the same client-facing function generally don't require action, but it's always safer to document the connection between your duties and your degree.
How long does it typically take to get hired as a Client Partner on OPT?
Client Partner hiring cycles commonly run eight to twelve weeks from initial application to offer, which is longer than many entry-level roles. Factor in two to four additional weeks for OPT authorization paperwork if your employer hasn't processed OPT before. Starting your search at least three to four months before your intended start date gives you the best chance of securing a role before your authorized period begins.
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