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Clinical Program Manager jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in public health, healthcare administration, or life sciences. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT if the degree is from an eligible program, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization to build clinical operations experience.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
INTRODUCTION
As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Clinical Program Manager
Target employers with established OPT hiring infrastructure
Health systems, academic medical centers, and contract research organizations hire Clinical Program Managers regularly and are more likely to have HR processes that accommodate OPT work authorization. Smaller clinics often lack the infrastructure to support international hires efficiently.
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Degrees in public health, biomedical informatics, health informatics, or clinical research often qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Verify your CIP code with your DSO before applying so you can accurately represent your authorization timeline to employers.
Lead with your clinical operations knowledge, not your visa status
Employers hiring Clinical Program Managers prioritize regulatory knowledge, protocol management, and cross-functional coordination. Frame your qualifications around those competencies first. Visa details belong in the application process, not the cover letter or initial outreach.
File your OPT extension early and track your I-20 endorsement date
USCIS recommends filing the STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before your current EAD expires. Clinical program roles involve onboarding processes that take weeks, so a lapse in work authorization creates real scheduling conflicts for employers.
Understand which employers are exempt from cap-subject H-1B
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated health agencies are often cap-exempt H-1B visa employers. If long-term sponsorship matters to you, targeting these organizations means you can transition from OPT to H-1B outside the annual lottery.
Use your clinical internship or practicum experience as direct evidence
Clinical Program Manager roles require demonstrated experience with IRB submissions, patient enrollment, or care coordination. If your OPT authorization covers your practicum period, document that experience precisely, as it directly addresses the qualifications most postings require.
Clinical Program Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Clinical Program Manager jobs typically qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated with a degree in public health, health informatics, biomedical sciences, or a related STEM-designated field, you likely qualify for the 24-month extension. The role itself does not determine STEM eligibility. Your DSO confirms eligibility based on your program's CIP code listed on your I-20.
How do I find Clinical Program Manager employers who sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters Clinical Program Manager listings by sponsorship willingness. Health systems, academic medical centers, and contract research organizations are the most consistent sources of OPT-friendly postings in this field. Searching by industry and employer type narrows results to organizations with established international hiring processes.
Can I work as a Clinical Program Manager on day one of my OPT EAD?
Yes, once USCIS issues your EAD and the start date on the card is reached, you're authorized to begin employment. You don't need a separate work visa or employer-specific approval at that stage. Keep a copy of your EAD, I-20, and I-94 accessible, as employers will need to complete Form I-9 before your first day.
What happens to my OPT status if I'm between Clinical Program Manager contracts?
F-1 OPT regulations allow up to 90 days of unemployment during standard OPT and up to 150 days during the STEM extension. If a contract ends and you're searching for your next role, that gap counts toward your limit. Notify your DSO immediately when employment ends so your SEVIS record reflects the change accurately.
Is a Clinical Program Manager role considered directly related to my degree for OPT purposes?
OPT employment must be directly related to your major field of study. Clinical Program Manager positions typically satisfy this requirement for graduates of public health, nursing administration, health sciences, or clinical research programs. If your degree is in a less directly related field, document how the role's core responsibilities connect to your coursework before your DSO certifies your authorization.