OPT Environmental Jobs
Environmental jobs on OPT span roles in consulting, remediation, compliance, and sustainability across government agencies, engineering firms, and nonprofits. Most positions qualify under the STEM OPT extension for degrees in environmental science, engineering, or related fields, giving you up to three years of work authorization.
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Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking an Environmental Services Manager to join their team in Atlanta, GA. The Environmental Services manager is responsible for developing and executing facility solutions to ensure all health and safety standards are met. The EVS Manager is responsible for servicing and/or maintaining a physical location or site to client specifications. Leads the operations of facility accounts by ensuring areas of responsibility meet objectives and client expectations.
Job Responsibilities
Leadership
- Overall ownership and accountability of operational management and financial performance of the unit
- Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how it is to be achieved
- Reward and recognize employees
- Identify and engage top talent and develop team members to their fullest potential within the organization
- Plan and lead team management meetings
- Ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations.
Client Relationship
- Establish and maintain effective client and customer rapport for a mutually beneficial business relationship
- Identify client needs and communicate operational progress
- Deliver and model WEST as the foundation for delivering excellent customer service
- Facilitate and support new business and retention activities.
- Develop program (facilities, custodial, energy, grounds or maintenance) to meet client and customer demands and specifications
Financial Performance
- Build revenue and manage budget which includes cost controls with regard to labor, supply, and inventory
- Ensure the completion and maintenance of financial statements relative to the department
- Oversight and responsibility to deliver client and company financial targets
- Adopt all Aramark processes and systems, eliminate custom/manual reports
- Understand performance metrics, data, order and inventory trends; educate teams on key levers to improve margins
Productivity
- Implement and maintain GM agenda for both labor and total quality management requirements
- Create value through efficient operations, appropriate cost controls, and profit management
- Ensure consistent application of Aramark’s operating standards and processes (Operational Excellence) with particular focus on efficiencies in sustainability efforts to reduce energy consumption and labor productivity standards
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- Requires at least 3 years of experience in healthcare environmental services
- Requires up to 2 years of experience in a management or supervisory role preferred
- Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Model key leadership behaviors and ensure the highest levels of safety, quality and service excellence for employees, clients and consumers
Education
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
Job Description
Aramark Healthcare+ is seeking an Environmental Services Manager to join their team in Atlanta, GA. The Environmental Services manager is responsible for developing and executing facility solutions to ensure all health and safety standards are met. The EVS Manager is responsible for servicing and/or maintaining a physical location or site to client specifications. Leads the operations of facility accounts by ensuring areas of responsibility meet objectives and client expectations.
Job Responsibilities
Leadership
- Overall ownership and accountability of operational management and financial performance of the unit
- Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how it is to be achieved
- Reward and recognize employees
- Identify and engage top talent and develop team members to their fullest potential within the organization
- Plan and lead team management meetings
- Ensure safety and sanitation standards in all operations.
Client Relationship
- Establish and maintain effective client and customer rapport for a mutually beneficial business relationship
- Identify client needs and communicate operational progress
- Deliver and model WEST as the foundation for delivering excellent customer service
- Facilitate and support new business and retention activities.
- Develop program (facilities, custodial, energy, grounds or maintenance) to meet client and customer demands and specifications
Financial Performance
- Build revenue and manage budget which includes cost controls with regard to labor, supply, and inventory
- Ensure the completion and maintenance of financial statements relative to the department
- Oversight and responsibility to deliver client and company financial targets
- Adopt all Aramark processes and systems, eliminate custom/manual reports
- Understand performance metrics, data, order and inventory trends; educate teams on key levers to improve margins
Productivity
- Implement and maintain GM agenda for both labor and total quality management requirements
- Create value through efficient operations, appropriate cost controls, and profit management
- Ensure consistent application of Aramark’s operating standards and processes (Operational Excellence) with particular focus on efficiencies in sustainability efforts to reduce energy consumption and labor productivity standards
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- Requires at least 3 years of experience in healthcare environmental services
- Requires up to 2 years of experience in a management or supervisory role preferred
- Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Model key leadership behaviors and ensure the highest levels of safety, quality and service excellence for employees, clients and consumers
Education
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Environmental
Target STEM-designated programs
Confirm your degree program has a STEM CIP code before applying. Environmental science, environmental engineering, and ecology degrees often qualify, unlocking the 24-month STEM OPT extension that makes you far more attractive to employers.
Prioritize consulting firms and engineering firms
Environmental consulting and engineering firms like CDM Smith, AECOM, and Arcadis regularly hire OPT students and have dedicated HR processes for work authorization. These employers sponsor H-1B visas at higher rates than most industries.
Highlight regulatory fluency in your resume
Employers value candidates who understand EPA regulations, NEPA compliance, and state environmental standards. Calling out specific frameworks you've worked with signals you can contribute immediately without a lengthy onboarding period.
Apply to federal contractor roles carefully
Some federal environmental contracts require security clearances or U.S. citizenship, which OPT students don't hold. Read job descriptions carefully for citizenship requirements before investing time in an application.
Get your EAD card in hand early
File your OPT application with USCIS at least 90 days before graduation. Environmental field roles often have start dates tied to project cycles, and employers won't wait weeks for your Employment Authorization Document.
Document your fieldwork and certifications
Certifications like 40-Hour HAZWOPER training or EPA Section 608 are concrete differentiators for OPT candidates. Listing these alongside fieldwork hours shows employers you're operationally ready and reduces onboarding concerns tied to temporary work status.
Environmental OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do environmental jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on your specific degree's CIP code, not the job title. Degrees in environmental engineering, environmental science, ecology, and earth sciences commonly carry STEM CIP designations. Your DSO can confirm whether your program qualifies. If it does, you're eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond the initial 12 months, giving you up to three years of post-graduation work authorization.
Can I work for a government agency in an environmental role on OPT?
Yes, federal and state agencies can hire OPT students for environmental roles, but some positions are restricted to U.S. citizens due to security clearance requirements or specific agency policies. Roles at the EPA, state environmental departments, and local governments are often open to OPT holders. Always check the citizenship requirements in the job posting before applying.
How do I find environmental employers who are familiar with OPT sponsorship?
Browse Migrate Mate to find environmental roles from employers who have an established track record of hiring international students and sponsoring work visas. Environmental consulting firms and large engineering companies are your strongest bet since they hire OPT students regularly and have dedicated HR processes for work authorization documentation.
What happens to my OPT status if my environmental project ends before my authorization expires?
OPT allows up to 90 days of unemployment during your authorization period, which can cover gaps between project-based roles. If one contract ends, you have 90 days to secure a new qualifying position before your status is compromised. For STEM OPT holders, the limit is 150 days cumulative across the full three-year period. Track your unemployment days carefully.
Does part-time or fieldwork-based environmental consulting count as valid OPT employment?
Yes, part-time work of at least 20 hours per week qualifies as valid OPT employment as long as the role is directly related to your degree. Contract, seasonal, and project-based fieldwork all count. Self-employment can qualify under standard OPT if you can demonstrate it is directly related to your field of study, though this requires careful documentation.