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Corporate Account Executive roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in business, communications, or marketing. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship, and your 12-month OPT window (29 months with STEM extension if eligible) gives you real runway to build a pipeline and prove your value.
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The Communications Associate & Executive Assistant supports the Mayor's Office Communications team by coordinating projects, providing administrative and operational support, and assisting with the development of written communications materials. The position is responsible for managing scheduling and coordinating engagements for the Chief of Communications, organizing press briefing materials, talking points, and memos for the Mayor, assisting with press events, and editing and proofreading communications materials.
Responsibilities
- Serves as the primary initial point of contact for the Chief of Communications regarding scheduling, including managing engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
- Assists the press team with tracking and responding to media inquiries in a timely manner and proactively coordinating with local media outlets.
- Maintains and consistently updates press lists.
- Monitors news coverage throughout the day, including tracking and circulating relevant breaking news and media coverage in a timely manner.
- Drafts and edits communications materials such as press releases, media advisories, and statements.
- Helps prepare the Mayor for media interviews and staff public events.
- Compiles and produces morning clips.
- Manages the calendars for the senior Communications team leadership and supports the Chief of Communications with administrative tasks.
- Performs related communications work as required.
Minimum Entrance Qualifications
- At least three (3) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in communications, public relations, media relations, public affairs, executive administrative support, or a closely related field.
- A bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Marketing, Public Administration, or a closely related field is preferred and may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required professional experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to adapt communication style to different communities and audiences.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work closely with others at every level of the organization.
- Strong skills in research and fact-checking.
- Demonstrated commitment to community building, civic engagement, equity, and justice.
- Ability to maintain calm under pressure and in high-stress situations.
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace tools.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED
Terms:
Union/Salary Plan/Grade: Non-Union/MM2-5
Hours per week: 35
The City of Boston is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected category.
Overview
The Communications Associate & Executive Assistant supports the Mayor's Office Communications team by coordinating projects, providing administrative and operational support, and assisting with the development of written communications materials. The position is responsible for managing scheduling and coordinating engagements for the Chief of Communications, organizing press briefing materials, talking points, and memos for the Mayor, assisting with press events, and editing and proofreading communications materials.
Responsibilities
- Serves as the primary initial point of contact for the Chief of Communications regarding scheduling, including managing engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
- Assists the press team with tracking and responding to media inquiries in a timely manner and proactively coordinating with local media outlets.
- Maintains and consistently updates press lists.
- Monitors news coverage throughout the day, including tracking and circulating relevant breaking news and media coverage in a timely manner.
- Drafts and edits communications materials such as press releases, media advisories, and statements.
- Helps prepare the Mayor for media interviews and staff public events.
- Compiles and produces morning clips.
- Manages the calendars for the senior Communications team leadership and supports the Chief of Communications with administrative tasks.
- Performs related communications work as required.
Minimum Entrance Qualifications
- At least three (3) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in communications, public relations, media relations, public affairs, executive administrative support, or a closely related field.
- A bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Marketing, Public Administration, or a closely related field is preferred and may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required professional experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to adapt communication style to different communities and audiences.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work closely with others at every level of the organization.
- Strong skills in research and fact-checking.
- Demonstrated commitment to community building, civic engagement, equity, and justice.
- Ability to maintain calm under pressure and in high-stress situations.
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace tools.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED
Terms:
Union/Salary Plan/Grade: Non-Union/MM2-5
Hours per week: 35
The City of Boston is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite applications from all qualified individuals and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected category.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Corporate Account Executive
Target companies with a sponsorship track record
Enterprise software and SaaS companies sponsor H-1B visas for Account Executives far more consistently than small agencies or startups. Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers who have sponsored OPT workers in sales roles before.
Frame your OPT timeline as an asset in interviews
Bring up your work authorization proactively. Explain that your OPT is active, your end date, and whether you qualify for a STEM extension. Employers who sponsor visas prefer candidates who understand their own timeline.
Connect your degree field to the role explicitly
H-1B sponsorship for Account Executives requires proving specialty occupation status. A business, communications, or marketing degree strengthens that case. Be ready to articulate how your coursework directly applies to enterprise sales responsibilities.
Prioritize quota-setting roles over pure commission structures
Roles with defined territories, revenue quotas, and structured compensation are easier to classify as specialty occupations. Avoid positions where the job description is vague or where any degree field is listed as acceptable.
Build your pipeline of H-1B-friendly employers early
The H-1B lottery closes in March for an October start. If your OPT ends mid-year, you need a sponsor filing well before that deadline. Start identifying willing employers at least nine months before your OPT expires.
Negotiate an employment start date that protects your status
Avoid gaps between jobs during OPT. Unemployment periods count toward your 90-day limit. When transitioning between roles, confirm your new start date before giving notice so your authorized work period stays uninterrupted.
Corporate Account Executive OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Corporate Account Executives?
Yes. Corporate Account Executive roles typically qualify for OPT work authorization because they align with business, marketing, or communications degrees, which are common STEM and non-STEM fields on F-1 visas. The role must be directly related to your degree field, so document that connection carefully in case your DSO or an employer asks.
Do Corporate Account Executive roles qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Not usually on their own. STEM OPT extension requires a STEM-designated degree and a qualifying employer enrolled in E-Verify. If your degree is in a STEM field like computer science or data analytics and you're selling technical products, some employers have successfully argued STEM eligibility, but it's not guaranteed. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before assuming you qualify.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Corporate Account Executives?
Enterprise software companies, cloud infrastructure providers, and large financial services firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for sales roles. Companies like Salesforce, Oracle, and SAP have a documented history of sponsoring Account Executives. Browse Migrate Mate to find Corporate Account Executive openings specifically filtered for OPT and visa sponsorship, so you're not wasting applications on employers who won't sponsor.
Does a Corporate Account Executive role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS scrutinizes sales roles more than engineering or analyst positions. The job description needs to require a specific bachelor's degree in a related field, not just any degree. Roles selling complex technical or financial products tend to hold up better than general B2B sales positions. Your employer's immigration attorney will typically build this argument in the H-1B petition.
How much time do I have on OPT to find a Corporate Account Executive job?
You have up to 90 days of unemployment during your OPT period before you fall out of status. Standard OPT lasts 12 months from your program end date. If you qualify for a STEM extension, that adds 24 months. The practical implication is that you should start your job search before graduation rather than after your OPT approval arrives, since the clock is already running.