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Customer Onboarding Specialist roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in business, communications, or information systems. Most positions qualify under standard OPT work authorization. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree field and the employer's use of technology in the role.
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ABOUT USS:
United Site Services is the industry leader in comprehensive site services, committed to creating partnerships that help enable our customers’ project and event success. Our deep industry expertise, excellence in process management, and dedication to corporate responsibility are pillars of our value proposition; each supported by tangible, best-practice programs.
Our success is fueled by the dedication and collaboration of our diverse team, which includes field technicians, customer care representatives, sales professionals, and functional experts. Each member of our team plays a vital role in ensuring a seamless and reliable experience for our customers.
By joining United Site Services, you will be part of an organization that values continuous improvement, teamwork, and excellence in every aspect of our business.
Overview:
The Customer Onboarding Specialist is responsible for overseeing the credit risk management of United Site Services customers. The Specialist in this role is responsible for researching, verifying, and evaluating customers' credit worthiness and the risk it could bring to the company. The Customer Onboarding Specialist will set up and maintain the process for all account approvals, monitoring, reporting, and maintaining the Customer Master. This position will have the opportunity to gain exposure to multiple areas of the organization over time and will interact cross-functionally with various departments.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze credit worthiness of all current and prospective business customers
- Obtain, investigate and analyze credit data and records (Equifax, DNB, Customer Financials, etc.…)
- Work with other credit representatives to exchange credit information
- Ensure adherence to company credit policy standards, procedures, regulations and laws
- Create, maintain and organize customer credit files
- Develop solid relationships with sales and finance to provide guidance with risks on potential new customers and existing customers
- Maintains the security and confidentiality of pertinent information and records
- Participates in special projects
- Performs additional duties as assigned or directed
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibility.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Minimum: High School or GED
Experience
Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years in credit analysis, collections, and in customer service capacity or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrate exemplary service and professionalism to customers both external and internal
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to tailor communication to the audience
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
- Ability to multi-task and manage competing deadlines
- Excellent time management skills
- Well organized and able to work under timelines and constraints
- Analytical and process oriented
- Excellent PC proficiency (data entry, Microsoft Office suite)
- Knowledge of Microsoft Navision, Salesforce, and Tower is a plus
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or standard operating procedures
- Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints from customers
- Strong mathematical capabilities
Physical Requirements:
- Sit while answering phones or reply to emails
- Use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects tools or controls
- Repeat the same movements when entering data
- See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
- Speak clearly so listeners can understand
- Understand the speech of another person
- Focus on one source of sound and ignore others
- Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them
- See differences between colors, shades and brightness
BENEFIT SUMMARY:
All full-time employees working an average of 30 hours or more per week are eligible for the following benefits:
- Holiday & Paid Time Off (pro-rated for Part-Time employees)
- Medical/Pharmacy
- Dental
- Vision
- Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability
- Employer-Paid Employee Basic Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Voluntary Employee Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Voluntary Spousal Life
- Voluntary Dependent Life
- Hospital Indemnity, Accident and Critical Illness
- Commuter/Transit Account
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discounts
SALARY RANGE:
$15.75 – $21.26 / hour
PAY TRANSPARENCY STATEMENT:
At United Site Services, our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum base pay for the posted position applicable to all locations across the US. Within the posted salary range, individual pay is determined by the geographic location, job related skills, experience, education, and certifications. Our total compensation package includes base pay plus a comprehensive benefits program.
Some positions may require secure site access and/or domestic air travel. All candidates for positions which require secure site access and/or domestic air travel must possess an acceptable form of identification to comply with state and federal regulations, such as REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or state ID, or U.S. passport. This statement is not intended to require documentation beyond what is acceptable under the federal I-9 form process administered by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); and should not be construed as creating additional employment eligibility verification requirements.
United Site Services is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.

ABOUT USS:
United Site Services is the industry leader in comprehensive site services, committed to creating partnerships that help enable our customers’ project and event success. Our deep industry expertise, excellence in process management, and dedication to corporate responsibility are pillars of our value proposition; each supported by tangible, best-practice programs.
Our success is fueled by the dedication and collaboration of our diverse team, which includes field technicians, customer care representatives, sales professionals, and functional experts. Each member of our team plays a vital role in ensuring a seamless and reliable experience for our customers.
By joining United Site Services, you will be part of an organization that values continuous improvement, teamwork, and excellence in every aspect of our business.
Overview:
The Customer Onboarding Specialist is responsible for overseeing the credit risk management of United Site Services customers. The Specialist in this role is responsible for researching, verifying, and evaluating customers' credit worthiness and the risk it could bring to the company. The Customer Onboarding Specialist will set up and maintain the process for all account approvals, monitoring, reporting, and maintaining the Customer Master. This position will have the opportunity to gain exposure to multiple areas of the organization over time and will interact cross-functionally with various departments.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze credit worthiness of all current and prospective business customers
- Obtain, investigate and analyze credit data and records (Equifax, DNB, Customer Financials, etc.…)
- Work with other credit representatives to exchange credit information
- Ensure adherence to company credit policy standards, procedures, regulations and laws
- Create, maintain and organize customer credit files
- Develop solid relationships with sales and finance to provide guidance with risks on potential new customers and existing customers
- Maintains the security and confidentiality of pertinent information and records
- Participates in special projects
- Performs additional duties as assigned or directed
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibility.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Minimum: High School or GED
Experience
Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years in credit analysis, collections, and in customer service capacity or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrate exemplary service and professionalism to customers both external and internal
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to tailor communication to the audience
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
- Ability to multi-task and manage competing deadlines
- Excellent time management skills
- Well organized and able to work under timelines and constraints
- Analytical and process oriented
- Excellent PC proficiency (data entry, Microsoft Office suite)
- Knowledge of Microsoft Navision, Salesforce, and Tower is a plus
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or standard operating procedures
- Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints from customers
- Strong mathematical capabilities
Physical Requirements:
- Sit while answering phones or reply to emails
- Use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects tools or controls
- Repeat the same movements when entering data
- See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
- Speak clearly so listeners can understand
- Understand the speech of another person
- Focus on one source of sound and ignore others
- Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them
- See differences between colors, shades and brightness
BENEFIT SUMMARY:
All full-time employees working an average of 30 hours or more per week are eligible for the following benefits:
- Holiday & Paid Time Off (pro-rated for Part-Time employees)
- Medical/Pharmacy
- Dental
- Vision
- Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability
- Employer-Paid Employee Basic Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Voluntary Employee Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Voluntary Spousal Life
- Voluntary Dependent Life
- Hospital Indemnity, Accident and Critical Illness
- Commuter/Transit Account
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discounts
SALARY RANGE:
$15.75 – $21.26 / hour
PAY TRANSPARENCY STATEMENT:
At United Site Services, our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum base pay for the posted position applicable to all locations across the US. Within the posted salary range, individual pay is determined by the geographic location, job related skills, experience, education, and certifications. Our total compensation package includes base pay plus a comprehensive benefits program.
Some positions may require secure site access and/or domestic air travel. All candidates for positions which require secure site access and/or domestic air travel must possess an acceptable form of identification to comply with state and federal regulations, such as REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or state ID, or U.S. passport. This statement is not intended to require documentation beyond what is acceptable under the federal I-9 form process administered by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); and should not be construed as creating additional employment eligibility verification requirements.
United Site Services is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Customer Onboarding Specialist
Lead with your communication skills
Customer onboarding is fundamentally about clear communication and relationship building. Highlight experience explaining complex processes to non-technical users, whether from internships, campus roles, or coursework projects. Hiring managers prioritize this over technical credentials.
Know your OPT authorization window upfront
Standard OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization. If your degree is in information systems, computer science, or a related STEM field, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM extension. Know your timeline before interviews so you can answer questions confidently.
Target SaaS and tech companies first
Software-as-a-service companies hire onboarding specialists at high volume and are more experienced with OPT work authorization than traditional industries. Companies like Salesforce, HubSpot, and Zendesk regularly bring on OPT candidates for customer-facing implementation roles.
Frame your international background as an asset
Many onboarding teams serve global customers. Your cross-cultural communication experience and multilingual ability, if applicable, are genuine differentiators. Make this explicit in your cover letter rather than leaving hiring managers to infer it from your background.
Apply before your OPT start date
Start applying at least 60 to 90 days before your OPT authorization begins. Most onboarding roles have standard hiring timelines, but some companies need time to run background checks and align start dates with your EAD card effective date.
Search for roles that qualify for STEM OPT extension
If H-1B sponsorship is your long-term goal, prioritize employers already set up for it. Browse Migrate Mate to filter for companies with active OPT and visa sponsorship history, which reduces the risk of losing work authorization before sponsorship becomes possible.
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Can I work as a Customer Onboarding Specialist on OPT?
Yes. Customer Onboarding Specialist roles are considered professional employment and qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization, provided the position is directly related to your field of study. Degrees in business, communications, marketing, information systems, or computer science commonly satisfy this requirement. Confirm the connection with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Do Customer Onboarding Specialist jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on two things: your degree and the employer's E-Verify enrollment. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as information systems, computer science, or management information systems, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. The job title alone does not determine eligibility. Your DSO must recommend the extension in SEVIS.
What kinds of employers hire OPT students for onboarding roles?
SaaS companies, enterprise software firms, and tech-enabled services companies are the most active employers for this role type. They hire onboarding specialists to support product implementation and customer success at scale, and many already have HR processes in place for OPT work authorization. You can browse verified OPT-friendly employers offering these roles on Migrate Mate.
Do I need to disclose my OPT status when applying?
You are not legally required to disclose immigration status on a job application, but employers will ask about your work authorization. Be prepared to confirm that you have OPT work authorization and, if applicable, that you are eligible for a STEM extension. Proactively mentioning your authorization timeline during interviews builds trust and prevents surprises during the offer stage.
What happens to my work authorization if my onboarding job ends before my OPT expires?
If your employment ends before your OPT expiration date, you enter a 60-day grace period. During this window, you can seek new employment in your field of study. If you find a new Customer Onboarding Specialist role within those 60 days that qualifies under your degree, you can continue on OPT. If you do not, you must leave the U.S. or change to another visa status.
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