OPT Engineering Project Manager Jobs
Engineering Project Manager jobs on OPT require employers to sponsor your work authorization before or shortly after your start date. Most roles in this field qualify as specialty occupations under STEM or engineering classifications, which matters for your 24-month STEM OPT extension eligibility. Start your search with remaining OPT time in mind.
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Get Access To All JobsApple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something - you’ll add something.
Do you have a passion for creating ground-breaking, impactful features that surprise and delight millions of users? Do you enjoy solving challenging problems in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you’ll work with many different teams across Apple? If so, we are looking for a Software Engineering Project Manager to join our team and help us innovate and take the most advanced operating systems to the next level!
Description
In this role you will partner with software engineers and managers from our Software Engineering team to define, plan, schedule, and track the work for many cross-functional initiatives. You will be the central hub bringing together different individuals from Software, Hardware and Design, Marketing, and more, to deliver groundbreaking technology across all of our operating systems. For this role, the components and features you will work on involve improvements to our customer support experience and better international adoption of key operating system features and services.
Minimum Qualifications
3-5 years experience with 2+ years as a Project or Program Manager
BS in Computer Science or related field
Preferred Qualifications
Strong technical understanding of operating systems and how the various layers of a software stack fit together
Specific project management experience in managing complex, multi-functional software projects
Intellectually curious mindset
Well-developed professional & communication skills, for example: Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized, experience in tailoring written & spoken communications to multiple audiences, proficient in build effective relationships, resolving conflict, and influencing others.
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $172,100 and $258,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something - you’ll add something.
Do you have a passion for creating ground-breaking, impactful features that surprise and delight millions of users? Do you enjoy solving challenging problems in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you’ll work with many different teams across Apple? If so, we are looking for a Software Engineering Project Manager to join our team and help us innovate and take the most advanced operating systems to the next level!
Description
In this role you will partner with software engineers and managers from our Software Engineering team to define, plan, schedule, and track the work for many cross-functional initiatives. You will be the central hub bringing together different individuals from Software, Hardware and Design, Marketing, and more, to deliver groundbreaking technology across all of our operating systems. For this role, the components and features you will work on involve improvements to our customer support experience and better international adoption of key operating system features and services.
Minimum Qualifications
3-5 years experience with 2+ years as a Project or Program Manager
BS in Computer Science or related field
Preferred Qualifications
Strong technical understanding of operating systems and how the various layers of a software stack fit together
Specific project management experience in managing complex, multi-functional software projects
Intellectually curious mindset
Well-developed professional & communication skills, for example: Meticulous attention to detail, highly organized, experience in tailoring written & spoken communications to multiple audiences, proficient in build effective relationships, resolving conflict, and influencing others.
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $172,100 and $258,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Engineering Project Manager
Target companies with active H-1B filing histories
Employers who have sponsored H-1B visa petitions for engineers in the past are far more likely to support OPT and future visa transitions. Search Migrate Mate to filter for companies with verified sponsorship track records in engineering and project management roles.
Clarify your STEM OPT extension eligibility early
Engineering Project Manager roles typically fall under STEM-designated CIP codes if your degree is in engineering or a related field. Confirming this before applying lets you honestly tell employers you have up to three years of work authorization available.
Frame your timeline proactively in interviews
Employers often hesitate because they don't understand OPT timelines. Prepare a short, clear explanation: your current authorization period, when it expires, and your STEM extension eligibility. Removing ambiguity upfront reduces the most common objection hiring managers raise.
Emphasize cross-functional coordination experience
Engineering Project Managers oversee budgets, timelines, and multi-disciplinary teams. Employers weighing sponsorship costs want clear evidence of impact. Quantify outcomes: projects delivered on time, budget variance reduced, or team size managed. Numbers make the sponsorship conversation easier.
Prioritize mid-size engineering and infrastructure firms
Large engineering firms like AECOM, Jacobs, and WSP have established immigration processes and sponsor regularly. Mid-size firms in construction, defense, or manufacturing also hire frequently and face less internal friction when supporting OPT candidates with strong project backgrounds.
Get PMP or relevant certifications before you apply
A Project Management Professional certification signals domain credibility and reduces employer hesitation about visa costs. Certifications like PMP, PMI-ACP, or a Lean Six Sigma credential strengthen your file and give hiring managers a concrete reason to invest in sponsorship.
Engineering Project Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Engineering Project Manager jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
They can, but it depends on your degree field, not just your job title. If your undergraduate or graduate degree is in an engineering discipline listed on the STEM-designated degree program list, and your role requires applying that technical knowledge, you'll likely qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer.
How do I find Engineering Project Manager roles that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this. You can browse Engineering Project Manager openings filtered by employers who support OPT work authorization, so you're not wasting applications on companies that won't sponsor. Most general job boards don't surface sponsorship willingness, which makes filtering by that criterion nearly impossible without a dedicated platform.
Will employers sponsor OPT for a project management role, or do they prefer citizens?
Many do, particularly in engineering-intensive industries like construction, defense, aerospace, and infrastructure. These sectors face persistent talent shortages in project management, which increases employer willingness to sponsor. Firms with established legal and HR processes for international hiring, including large engineering consultancies and federal contractors, are your strongest targets.
Does the E-Verify requirement for STEM OPT apply to Engineering Project Manager jobs?
Yes. If you're using the 24-month STEM OPT extension, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a formal training plan with you. This applies regardless of job title. Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer, since employers who aren't enrolled cannot legally employ STEM OPT students, even if they want to hire you.
What visa typically comes after OPT for Engineering Project Managers?
The H-1B is the most common next step. Engineering Project Manager roles typically meet the specialty occupation standard because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field. Some employers also explore the O-1A for candidates with exceptional project records. Your employer initiates the H-1B petition before your OPT expires, so timeline planning is critical.