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ERP Specialist roles are among the more OPT-friendly positions in enterprise tech, with many large employers filing H-1B visa petitions annually for this title. Your F-1 OPT gives you up to 12 months of work authorization, extendable to 36 months with a STEM extension if your degree is in a qualifying field like information systems or computer science.
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At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.
As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.
JOB SUMMARY
Administers enterprise and business applications to ensure system stability, data integrity, and operational continuity. Partners with technical and business stakeholders to support application functionality, integrations, and performance. Executes application configurations, upgrades, and maintenance activities in alignment with established standards. Provides advanced technical support and maintains documentation to support ongoing operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administers one or more enterprise or business applications, ensuring availability, performance, and reliability.
- Configures, deploys, maintains, monitors, and patches on-premises and cloud-based applications.
- Manages user accounts, service accounts, roles, permissions, backups, storage, and data integrity controls.
- Configures and supports application interfaces and data integrations with other enterprise systems.
- Performs installations, upgrades, hotfix deployments, and functional and performance testing.
- Provides Tier 2 and Tier 3 support by investigating incidents, resolving issues, and conducting root cause analysis.
- Develops and maintains application documentation, operating procedures, and knowledge base materials.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
WORK EXPERIENCE
2-4 years of experience in enterprise application administration or systems support required.
Experience supporting user access management, configuration changes, and incident resolution for business applications required.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Associate-level application certification(s) in application administration for solutions in the corresponding technology domain (ConTech, FinTech, HRTech, etc.) preferred.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Salary is just one component of DPR's total compensation package.
ANTICIPATED STARTING PAY RANGE
$90,000.00 - $125,000.00
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.
INTRODUCTION
At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.
As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.
JOB SUMMARY
Administers enterprise and business applications to ensure system stability, data integrity, and operational continuity. Partners with technical and business stakeholders to support application functionality, integrations, and performance. Executes application configurations, upgrades, and maintenance activities in alignment with established standards. Provides advanced technical support and maintains documentation to support ongoing operations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administers one or more enterprise or business applications, ensuring availability, performance, and reliability.
- Configures, deploys, maintains, monitors, and patches on-premises and cloud-based applications.
- Manages user accounts, service accounts, roles, permissions, backups, storage, and data integrity controls.
- Configures and supports application interfaces and data integrations with other enterprise systems.
- Performs installations, upgrades, hotfix deployments, and functional and performance testing.
- Provides Tier 2 and Tier 3 support by investigating incidents, resolving issues, and conducting root cause analysis.
- Develops and maintains application documentation, operating procedures, and knowledge base materials.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
WORK EXPERIENCE
2-4 years of experience in enterprise application administration or systems support required.
Experience supporting user access management, configuration changes, and incident resolution for business applications required.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Associate-level application certification(s) in application administration for solutions in the corresponding technology domain (ConTech, FinTech, HRTech, etc.) preferred.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Salary is just one component of DPR's total compensation package.
ANTICIPATED STARTING PAY RANGE
$90,000.00 - $125,000.00
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an ERP Specialist
Target employers with a history of ERP sponsorship
Large enterprises running SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics are your best bet. Companies that have invested in ERP infrastructure regularly sponsor for this role because replacing specialized implementation knowledge mid-project is expensive and disruptive.
Get certified in a major ERP platform before you apply
An SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Cloud, or Microsoft Dynamics 365 certification signals employer-ready skills. Certified candidates are easier to justify sponsoring because the credential reduces onboarding time and demonstrates a clear, specialized skill set.
Highlight end-to-end implementation experience on your resume
Employers value candidates who have worked across the full ERP lifecycle, from requirements gathering through go-live support. Quantify your contributions by noting modules configured, users trained, or project timelines you helped meet.
Apply early in your OPT period to give employers enough runway
Starting your job search within the first two months of OPT authorization gives employers time to evaluate you and begin H-1B visa preparation before your work authorization becomes a pressing concern. Urgency can push strong candidates out of the running.
Frame your STEM OPT extension as a benefit to the employer
If your degree qualifies, mention your STEM OPT eligibility during interviews. It gives the employer up to 36 months before needing to sponsor an H-1B, which reduces their immediate immigration burden and makes hiring you a lower-risk decision.
Prioritize consulting firms and system integrators over end users
ERP consulting firms and system integrators like large IT services companies frequently sponsor OPT students because client demand for ERP talent is continuous. Their sponsorship pipelines are more established than a single-employer internal IT department.
ERP Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do ERP Specialist roles commonly sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, ERP Specialist is one of the more consistently sponsored roles in enterprise technology. Large employers running SAP, Oracle, or Dynamics deployments invest heavily in specialized talent and regularly file H-1B petitions for this title. Consulting and system integration firms tend to have the most active sponsorship pipelines. You can browse ERP Specialist roles open to OPT students on Migrate Mate.
Does an ERP Specialist role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in information systems, computer science, management information systems, or another qualifying STEM field on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List, you can apply for a 24-month STEM extension on top of your initial 12-month OPT. The ERP Specialist role itself typically involves enough technical work to satisfy the practical training requirement.
What ERP certifications strengthen an OPT student's sponsorship case?
SAP Certified Application Associate, Oracle Cloud certifications, and Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Fundamentals are the most recognized. These credentials demonstrate platform-specific expertise that employers can point to when justifying an H-1B petition under the specialty occupation standard. Earning one before or during your OPT period meaningfully strengthens your candidacy and makes sponsorship easier for the employer to approve internally.
Can I work as an ERP Specialist on OPT without any restrictions on the types of companies I work for?
Your OPT work must be directly related to your degree field. For most ERP Specialist roles, this is straightforward if your degree is in information systems, business technology, computer science, or a related area. You're not restricted to a specific employer type, so you can work at a corporation, a consulting firm, or a government contractor, as long as the role connects to your field of study.
How much lead time should I give employers when disclosing my OPT status?
Disclose your OPT status during the application process or early in the first interview, not after an offer is extended. Employers need time to assess their immigration compliance capacity and engage immigration counsel if needed. For OPT students pursuing roles that may lead to H-1B sponsorship, being upfront also filters out employers who cannot sponsor, saving you time in a job search where your authorization window is finite.