OPT Expeditor Jobs

Expeditor jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in supply chain, logistics, or operations management. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations under STEM OPT if your degree aligns with procurement or industrial engineering, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization to build U.S. experience.

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Overview

Open Jobs12+
Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationHouston, TX
Most JobsTAS Energy

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TAS Energy
Purchasing Expeditor
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Purchasing Expeditor
TAS Energy
Houston, Texas
Procurement & Supply Chain
Procurement & Purchasing
Logistics & Fleet Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Piping Technology & Products
Project Expeditor
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Piping Technology & Products
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Project Expeditor
Piping Technology & Products
Houston, Texas
Project & Program Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Project Management
Supply Chain
Logistics & Fleet Management
$25 - $29/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Atlas Copco Group
Supply Chain Expeditor
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Atlas Copco Group
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Supply Chain Expeditor
Atlas Copco Group
Saugerties, New York
Procurement & Supply Chain
Business Analysis
Supply Chain
Logistics & Fleet Management
$25 - $28/hr
On-Site
Associate's
5,001-10,000

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Burns & McDonnell
Assistant Expeditor
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Burns & McDonnell
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Assistant Expeditor
Burns & McDonnell
Kansas City, Missouri
Procurement & Supply Chain
Procurement & Purchasing
Logistics & Fleet Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Coherent Corp.
Planning Expeditor JR
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Coherent Corp.
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Planning Expeditor JR
Coherent Corp.
Budd Lake, New Jersey
Procurement & Supply Chain
Manufacturing Operations
Procurement & Purchasing
Supply Chain
$20 - $30/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Expeditor

Connect your degree to the role explicitly

Expeditor roles require justifying specialty occupation status. In your resume and cover letter, draw a direct line between your supply chain, industrial engineering, or operations degree and the technical coordination work the job requires. Vague connections weaken your OPT case.

Target employers with active supply chain operations

Manufacturing, aerospace, construction, and defense companies hire expeditors regularly and are comfortable with OPT authorization. These industries have established HR processes for work authorization and are more likely to extend sponsorship after your OPT period ends.

Emphasize ERP and procurement software experience

Employers hiring expeditors want candidates who can hit the ground running in SAP, Oracle, or similar systems. Listing specific platforms you've used in coursework or internships signals technical readiness and makes you competitive against candidates without visa considerations.

Apply before your OPT start date when possible

Many expeditor roles have immediate start expectations tied to project timelines. Beginning your job search two to three months before your OPT authorization begins gives employers flexibility and removes urgency as a reason to pass on your application.

Be upfront about STEM OPT extension eligibility

If your degree qualifies under a STEM field, tell employers early. A 36-month authorization window significantly changes the sponsorship calculus for hiring managers. Frame it as a hiring advantage, not a complication, during initial screening conversations.

Browse OPT-friendly expeditor listings on Migrate Mate

Generic job boards don't filter for OPT sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate focuses specifically on employers open to F-1 OPT candidates, saving you time and helping you avoid companies that won't engage applicants requiring work authorization support.

Expeditor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Do expeditor jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?

Expeditor roles can qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a qualifying STEM field such as industrial engineering, supply chain management, or operations research. The job itself must also involve applying that technical knowledge directly. If your degree is in business administration without a STEM designation, the standard 12-month OPT applies. Confirm your degree's STEM eligibility with your DSO before applying.

Will employers sponsor an H-1B for an expeditor after OPT ends?

H-1B visa sponsorship for expeditors depends on whether USCIS classifies the role as a specialty occupation, which requires a direct relationship between the duties and a specific bachelor's degree field. Roles tied to industrial engineering, logistics systems, or procurement technology have a stronger case than generalist coordination positions. Employers in aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing are more familiar with this process and more likely to sponsor.

What degree backgrounds are most competitive for OPT expeditor roles?

Industrial engineering, supply chain management, operations management, and logistics are the strongest degree backgrounds for expeditor positions. These fields map directly to the technical coordination, vendor management, and procurement analysis work the role involves, which also supports your specialty occupation argument for OPT and future H-1B purposes. Degrees in business or general management can work but may require stronger work experience to compensate.

How do I find expeditor jobs that are open to OPT candidates?

Most job boards don't indicate whether an employer will work with F-1 OPT students, so you spend significant time applying to companies that won't consider candidates with work authorization needs. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this problem, surfacing expeditor and supply chain roles from employers who are open to OPT authorization. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers from the start makes your search substantially more efficient.

Can I work as an expeditor on CPT before my OPT begins?

Yes, if you have a full-time expeditor internship or co-op offer that is directly related to your degree program, your DSO may authorize Curricular Practical Training before you graduate. CPT must be an integral part of your curriculum, so it typically requires enrollment in a relevant practicum or internship course. Using 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates OPT eligibility, so discuss the tradeoffs with your DSO before accepting a long-term CPT arrangement.