OPT Customer Success Professional Jobs

Customer Success Professional roles are actively hired on OPT, particularly at SaaS companies where onboarding, retention, and account management skills are in high demand. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations under F-1 OPT work authorization, and STEM OPT extensions are sometimes available depending on your degree field.

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Overview

Open Jobs22+
Work Type68% On-site
Top LocationChicago, IL
Most JobsEpsilon

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Epsilon
Professional, Client Success
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Epsilon
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Professional, Client Success
Epsilon
Chicago, Illinois
Customer Success
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Marketing
Business Development
$64k - $84k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Winston-Salem State University
Professional Academic Advisor and Student Success Coach II
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Winston-Salem State University
Added 6d ago
Professional Academic Advisor and Student Success Coach II
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Teaching & Instruction
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Higher Education
Corporate Training
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Avetta
Supplier Success Professional (B2B Customer Support)- Bilingual Spanish/English
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Avetta
Added 5mo ago
Supplier Success Professional (B2B Customer Support)- Bilingual Spanish/English
Avetta
Lehi, Utah
Customer Service & Support
Customer Support
$343k/yr
Hybrid
Associate's

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Globality
Sr. Associate, Customer Success
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Globality
Added 5d ago
Sr. Associate, Customer Success
Globality
Palo Alto, California
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Business Development
$70k - $90k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Northwest Missouri State University
Associate Director, Academic Advising & Success Coaching
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Northwest Missouri State University
Added 6d ago
Associate Director, Academic Advising & Success Coaching
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, Missouri
Teaching & Instruction
Academic & Educational Administration
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Higher Education
$61k/yr
On-Site
Master's
201-500

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Tips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Customer Success Professional

Confirm your role qualifies before applying

Customer success roles at tech companies typically require a degree in business, communications, or a related field. Verify the job description explicitly ties the position to your major before accepting an offer to protect your OPT authorization.

Target SaaS and enterprise software companies

Software companies hire customer success professionals at high volumes and are familiar with OPT work authorization. Prioritizing these employers reduces friction during hiring and increases your chances of a smooth onboarding process.

Track your OPT start date against your offer timeline

OPT authorization has a specific start date, and you cannot begin work before it. Align your offer acceptance and background check timelines carefully so your first day falls within your authorized employment period.

Disclose your OPT status early in the process

Mentioning your OPT authorization in initial recruiter conversations avoids late-stage surprises. Most customer success hiring managers at tech companies have hired OPT students before and will appreciate the transparency upfront.

Highlight metrics-driven experience in your application

Customer success roles are evaluated on retention rates, NPS scores, and churn reduction. Quantifying your impact from internships or past roles signals readiness and helps hiring managers justify sponsoring future visa transitions.

Plan for the H-1B transition before your OPT expires

OPT lasts 12 months, with a possible 24-month STEM extension. If you intend to stay long-term, discuss H-1B visa sponsorship with your employer early so they can prepare a petition before your authorization runs out.

Customer Success Professional OPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work as a Customer Success Professional on F-1 OPT?

Yes, customer success roles generally qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization when the position requires a degree in a related field such as business, communications, marketing, or information systems. The key requirement is that the job must be directly related to your major. Confirm this connection before accepting any offer.

Are Customer Success Professional jobs eligible for the STEM OPT extension?

They can be, but it depends on your degree. If you hold a STEM-designated degree, such as information systems, computer science, or data analytics, and your customer success role involves a technical product or platform, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. A business or communications degree typically does not qualify.

Where can I find Customer Success Professional jobs that accept OPT students?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers. You can browse customer success openings filtered by employers who have a history of hiring international students, which saves time compared to filtering through general job listings where OPT-friendly employers are not clearly identified.

Do Customer Success Professional roles typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?

Many SaaS and enterprise software companies do sponsor H-1B visas for customer success professionals, particularly after a successful OPT period. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and depends on the employer's size, budget, and internal policy. Asking about sponsorship willingness during the offer stage is reasonable and gives you time to plan.

What happens if I lose my job as a Customer Success Professional while on OPT?

F-1 OPT includes a 90-day unemployment allowance, meaning you have up to 90 cumulative days without work before your status is at risk. If you lose your job, begin your search immediately. STEM OPT holders have the same 90-day limit. Notifying your DSO promptly and documenting your job search is strongly advised.