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Content Editor roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in English, journalism, communications, or marketing. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations under OPT work authorization. Your 12-month OPT window (or 24-month STEM extension with a qualifying degree) gives you real runway to build a portfolio and secure H-1B visa sponsorship.
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Position Summary
A successful candidate will play a critical role in the quality of our RFP responses and the efficiency of the whole team. The quality analyst continuously strives to increase their knowledge of Aetna Medicaid, products offered, and industry best practices to produce thoughtful, strategic, quality edits at every milestone of the proposal process.
The Quality Analyst supports the quality and consistency of Aetna Medicaid proposal responses through detailed proofreading, editing, and structured review processes. This role focuses on foundational quality practices, ensuring content aligns with style, formatting, and compliance expectations while developing and honing their skills.
Required Qualifications
- Conduct structured quality checks to support compliance, consistency, and responsiveness to RFP requirements, following established guidelines and processes.
- 1-2 years of Medicaid proposal experience.
- 1-2 plus years of proposal writing experience.
- Ensure all content aligns with Aetna style, bid guides, templates, and brand voice, maintaining consistency across proposal materials.
- Collaborate with proposal writers and quality team members to provide clear, constructive edits and feedback throughout the review process.
- Utilize editing and collaboration tools (e.g., SharePoint, Microsoft Word, PerfectIt, and AI-enabled tools) to enhance efficiency and consistency.
- Support and drive the development of internal processes and procedures, including scorecards, quality business reports, style guides, and performance measures.
- Follow defined proposal processes, timelines, and quality standards to ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned work.
- Build foundational knowledge of Aetna Medicaid products, proposal structure, and industry best practices to support quality development.
- Actively participate in team meetings, training, and coaching to continuously strengthen editing, compliance, and quality review skills that drive effectiveness and efficiency.
- Ability to work extended hours including nights and weekends during proposal review stages.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (SharePoint, Word, Excel, Teams, PowerPoint) and AI technology/tools (Asana, Domo, proposal management software).
- Ability to travel – up to 15-30%.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with understanding of Associated Press and internal style guides.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of APMP and Shipley best practices; Six Sigma certification and APMP Bid/Proposal Foundation Certification are recommended.
Education
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Five plus years of experience in a quality reviewer/editor capacity.
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$75,400.00 - $182,549.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 11/21/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Content Editor
Target companies with a publishing or content infrastructure
Media companies, SaaS firms, and e-commerce brands employ full editorial teams and are far more likely to sponsor visas than small agencies or solo founders. Look for organizations with dedicated content operations, not just a single marketing generalist.
Frame your degree field as the specialty occupation basis
Content Editor roles qualify for OPT when your degree aligns with the work. Emphasize your English, communications, or journalism background in your resume and cover letter so employers and DSOs can clearly connect your credentials to the position.
Build a portfolio that demonstrates editing depth, not just writing
Employers sponsoring visas want proven editorial judgment. Showcase before-and-after edits, content strategy documents, and SEO-optimized pieces you have shaped from draft to publication, not just articles you wrote yourself.
Raise sponsorship early in the interview process
Mention OPT authorization in your first conversation and confirm the employer is open to H-1B visa sponsorship before investing in multiple rounds. Saving this for the offer stage creates friction and wastes time on both sides.
Prioritize roles with a clear specialty occupation job description
Job postings that require a bachelor's degree in a specific field strengthen your OPT and future H-1B case. Avoid listings that say 'degree preferred' or accept any background, as vague requirements can complicate your work authorization documentation.
Use your OPT period to gain experience across content formats
Employers sponsoring H-1B visas for editors want versatile candidates. Gain experience with long-form editorial, SEO content, video scripts, and content management systems during your OPT window to strengthen your sponsorship case.
Content Editor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Content Editor job qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization?
Yes, Content Editor roles qualify for OPT when your degree field relates directly to the position. A degree in English, journalism, communications, or marketing typically satisfies this requirement. Your DSO will verify the connection between your academic background and the job before authorizing work. Roles at companies with formal editorial departments tend to have the clearest qualification path.
Can I get my OPT STEM extension as a Content Editor?
It depends on your degree. Content Editors with STEM-designated degrees, such as data-driven marketing, computational linguistics, or certain information science programs, may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. A standard English or journalism degree does not qualify. Check whether your degree program's CIP code appears on the STEM OPT designated degree list maintained by the Department of Homeland Security.
How do I find Content Editor jobs that sponsor OPT or H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is the best starting point. It filters job listings specifically for visa sponsorship eligibility, so you can browse Content Editor roles at employers who are open to OPT and H-1B candidates without manually filtering out positions that won't work for your situation. Larger media companies, tech firms with content teams, and established e-commerce brands are the most consistent sponsors.
What happens to my Content Editor job if I run out of OPT time?
If your OPT expires before your employer files an H-1B petition, you lose work authorization and must stop working. The H-1B cap-gap rule protects students whose employers file a timely H-1B petition before April 1 of the relevant fiscal year, extending OPT status through September 30. Start H-1B conversations with your employer well before your OPT end date to avoid a gap.
Do Content Editor roles typically require H-1B sponsorship, or can employers keep me on OPT long-term?
OPT is temporary work authorization, not a permanent solution. Standard OPT lasts 12 months, and even the STEM extension ends at 36 months total. Employers who want to retain you beyond that must sponsor an H-1B or another visa. When evaluating job offers, ask directly whether the company has sponsored H-1B petitions before, since past behavior is the clearest indicator of future willingness.