OPT CRM Specialist Jobs
CRM Specialist roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in marketing, business, or information systems. Most positions require hands-on experience with platforms like Salesforce or HubSpot, which maps directly to coursework and internships. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies, gives employers meaningful runway.
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Compensation Range
$38.00 - $45.00 Hourly Rate
Job Description Summary:
The Coordinator CRM Operations will be responsible for assisting with overall system administration including data management, analysis, reporting, and developing/enforcing policies and procedures.
Job Description:
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assist in the day-to-day administration, management, and innovation of our CRM system
- Monitor and manage data to ensure data integrity which includes editing and correcting inaccuracies as well as providing feedback to users on proper protocols, processes, policies, and procedures
- Assist in creating, documenting, and communicating system changes, policy and procedures, and new features
- Create, update, and validate reports for data analytics, trade organization rankings, companywide KPI’s, executive reporting, and data audits
- Aid in assessing system/process changes and training needs to provide solutions, support, and guidance for CRM users
- Assist in creating, maintaining, and conducting a formal training program, materials, and virtual/in person sessions for CRM users via a myriad of media types and platforms
- Assist Corporate, Regional, and Division Marketing in uploading, creating, and maintaining email contact lists in support of the development, coordination, and execution of marketing and email campaigns
- Assist with planning, implementation, customization, execution, and maintenance of various CRM features including workflows, system changes, new features, as well as updating policies, procedures, and processes
- Assist in researching, troubleshooting, and resolving: Technical issues with integrations from other systems; errors and unexpected system behaviors from CRM user feedback; help facilitate troubleshooting and resolution with CRM Vendor Support to resolve issues
- Work with BTech to support and participate in various integration initiatives including CRM configuration changes and updates, overall system set up, validating and testing ERP configuration changes and updates, assessing impact and changes needed to the CRM, verifying and communicating outcomes
- Manage setup of additional Licensed Users and reconciliation of licenses
- Other responsibilities as assigned
Minimum Skills/Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, strategic communications, library science, journalism, or similar degree
- 2-3 years of database experience
- Motivated self-starter
- Excellent judgment and works efficiently with minimal oversight
- Thinks logically and analytically
- Strong attention to the details
- Can manage multiple projects and time wisely
- Strong written and oral communication skills, especially interpersonal skills
- Familiarity with CRM systems, specifically Cosential
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), basic skills in Adobe InDesign, Advanced Excel knowledge a plus
Summary of Benefits:
This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.
About us
Welcome to Swinerton—Building Excellence Since 1888
Swinerton is a 100% employee-owned construction company with a legacy of shaping skylines, transforming communities, and delivering award-winning projects across the United States. Since our founding in 1888, we have remained forward-thinking, operating with accountability, integrity, and a passion for building what matters.
As an integrated ecosystem of expertise, Swinerton brings together talented professionals from diverse backgrounds to deliver innovative and efficient construction solutions. Our collaborative, interdisciplinary approach sets us apart, allowing us to respond to any project challenge—regardless of size, location, or complexity.
When you join Swinerton, you become part of a dynamic network of employee-owners who are committed to excellence, safety, and continuous growth. We invest in your development, offer competitive benefits, and empower you to make a meaningful impact on every project and in every community we serve.
Discover how you can build your future with Swinerton. Explore our open positions and join a team that leads with ownership, integrity, and a shared commitment to success.
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Our Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We have a commitment to provide equal hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, layoff and recall benefits to all individuals without regard to gender, race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital or domestic partner status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state laws or local ordinance or regulation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a CRM Specialist
Lead with platform certifications
Salesforce, HubSpot, and Microsoft Dynamics certifications signal job-ready skills immediately. Hiring managers for CRM roles prioritize demonstrated platform expertise. Earning at least one certification before applying gives your application a concrete advantage over candidates without verified credentials.
Target companies with existing CRM infrastructure
Mid-size and enterprise companies already running Salesforce or HubSpot orgs need specialists to manage and optimize them. These employers are more likely to sponsor OPT because onboarding someone into an existing system requires institutional knowledge that takes months to build.
Quantify your CRM impact in your resume
Vague claims like 'managed customer data' don't stand out. Frame your experience around outcomes: retention rate improvements, pipeline accuracy, or campaign conversion lifts. Hiring managers in CRM roles respond to candidates who understand that the work is measurable.
Check whether your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Information systems, computer science, and some business analytics degrees qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you 36 months total. That extended runway meaningfully changes how sponsors view the H-1B visa timeline risk and often makes employers more willing to hire.
Engage your DSO early about authorization timing
Your OPT authorization must be active before your start date. CRM roles often move quickly from offer to start. Work with your Designated School Official well in advance to confirm your EAD card arrival timeline won't create a gap between your offer acceptance and first day.
Position data skills alongside CRM experience
CRM Specialists who can write basic SQL queries, build reports in Tableau, or manage API integrations are harder to replace. Highlighting these adjacent skills signals growth potential, which matters to employers weighing the long-term investment of sponsoring an OPT employee toward H-1B.
CRM Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a CRM Specialist on F-1 OPT?
Yes. CRM Specialist roles qualify as practical training directly related to degrees in marketing, business, information systems, or computer science. Your OPT Employment Authorization Document authorizes you to work for any employer in a role that relates to your field of study. You don't need employer sponsorship to begin working during your OPT period, but your job must align with your degree.
Do CRM Specialist jobs typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, particularly at mid-size and enterprise companies with active Salesforce or HubSpot environments. CRM Specialist is a recognized specialty occupation because the role typically requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Employers who have already invested in training you on their CRM systems have a strong incentive to sponsor your H-1B rather than restart that process with a new hire. Browse OPT-friendly CRM roles on Migrate Mate to find employers open to sponsorship.
Does a CRM Specialist role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated with a degree in information systems, computer science, business analytics, or another STEM-designated field, you can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension regardless of whether your role is called CRM Specialist. The extension is tied to your CIP code. Confirm your degree's STEM eligibility with your DSO before assuming you qualify.
What should I do if my OPT expires before my employer files an H-1B petition?
If you have an approved STEM OPT extension, you're covered during the H-1B cap-gap period as long as your employer files a timely H-1B petition before the April 1 filing window. If you're on standard OPT without a STEM extension, your authorized stay ends when your EAD expires. Plan your job search timeline carefully and discuss the H-1B filing schedule with your employer before accepting an offer.
Are CRM Specialist roles available at companies that sponsor OPT students?
Yes, and the pool is larger than many students expect. Companies across SaaS, e-commerce, financial services, and healthcare rely on CRM systems and regularly hire OPT students for these roles. The key is finding employers who have sponsored before and understand the work authorization process. Migrate Mate filters jobs by OPT sponsorship availability, so you can focus your search on employers already open to hiring F-1 students.