OPT Field Sales Representative Jobs
Field Sales Representative jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, marketing, or communications. Most roles qualify as professional-level positions under OPT. Your 12-month OPT window (or 24-month STEM extension with a related degree) gives employers a meaningful trial period before pursuing H-1B visa sponsorship.
See All OPT Field Sales Representative JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 51+ Field Sales Representative jobs
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
See all 51+ Field Sales Representative Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Field Sales Representative roles.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Businesses of all shapes and sizes rely on Google’s unparalleled advertising solutions to help them grow in today's dynamic marketing environment. You bring a passion for sales, knowledge of online media, and commitment to maximize customer success. You act like an owner, move with velocity through change, finding innovative and strategic ways to consistently deliver extraordinary and incremental outcomes for both Google and your customers. You build trusted relationships with customers, uncovering their business needs and translating them into powerful solutions to achieve their most ambitious goals. You achieve as a team with sellers, shape the future of advertising in the AI-era, and make a real impact on the millions of companies and billions of users that trust Google with their most important goals.
The mission of the Platforms and Devices (P&D) Go-To-Market (GTM) team is to grow and secure the Chrome Enterprise browser, ChromeOS, Cameyo, Pixel footprint in partnership with the customers and cross-functional teams to make P&D the best platform for work.
In this role, you will be joining that mission, specializing in selling the full portfolio of P&D solutions to the Enterprise.
There will be an intense focus on Chrome Enterprise Premium, the latest evolution of the world’s most popular enterprise browser, and offers enterprises even more in-depth security capabilities. Now with Chrome Enterprise Premium, organizations can access a centralized enforcement point for comprehensive endpoint security, privacy and control, which allows for extensive endpoint visibility across their entire enterprise network. IT and security teams can deploy advanced security capabilities with just a few clicks, protecting their workforce wherever they are. The Platforms and Devices team encompasses Google's various computing software platforms across environments (desktop, mobile, applications), as well as our first party devices and services that combine the best of Google AI, software, and hardware. Teams across this area research, design, and develop new technologies to make our user's interaction with computing faster and more seamless, building innovative experiences for our users around the world.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Engage with prospects and customers as a security Subject Matter Expert (SME) to identify use cases, understand environments, and influence long-term strategic direction.
- Create regional and account plans to build pipeline and achieve Objectives and Key Results (OKR) for P&D solutions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Cloud, Security, and Product teams to manage accounts and inform the product roadmap.
- Act as the primary customer advocate to develop solutions, and remove Chrome enterprise adoption blockers.
- Present at industry events to promote P&D security benefits and engage with prospects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 4 years of experience in technology sales or working with customers in a sales role.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 8 years of experience as a sales specialist, account executive, customer or sales engineer, technical account manager or in an enterprise customer-facing role, managing large and strategic enterprise accounts.
- Experience carrying sales goals in a region, pipeline generation, forecasting, and building and delivering on a sales strategy.
- Experience in presenting to customers or events, with the ability to be results-oriented.
- Understanding of deeply technical concepts and environments.
- Ability to thrive in fluid environments, and flex to adapt quickly to changing business needs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $142,000-$206,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
Businesses of all shapes and sizes rely on Google’s unparalleled advertising solutions to help them grow in today's dynamic marketing environment. You bring a passion for sales, knowledge of online media, and commitment to maximize customer success. You act like an owner, move with velocity through change, finding innovative and strategic ways to consistently deliver extraordinary and incremental outcomes for both Google and your customers. You build trusted relationships with customers, uncovering their business needs and translating them into powerful solutions to achieve their most ambitious goals. You achieve as a team with sellers, shape the future of advertising in the AI-era, and make a real impact on the millions of companies and billions of users that trust Google with their most important goals.
The mission of the Platforms and Devices (P&D) Go-To-Market (GTM) team is to grow and secure the Chrome Enterprise browser, ChromeOS, Cameyo, Pixel footprint in partnership with the customers and cross-functional teams to make P&D the best platform for work.
In this role, you will be joining that mission, specializing in selling the full portfolio of P&D solutions to the Enterprise.
There will be an intense focus on Chrome Enterprise Premium, the latest evolution of the world’s most popular enterprise browser, and offers enterprises even more in-depth security capabilities. Now with Chrome Enterprise Premium, organizations can access a centralized enforcement point for comprehensive endpoint security, privacy and control, which allows for extensive endpoint visibility across their entire enterprise network. IT and security teams can deploy advanced security capabilities with just a few clicks, protecting their workforce wherever they are. The Platforms and Devices team encompasses Google's various computing software platforms across environments (desktop, mobile, applications), as well as our first party devices and services that combine the best of Google AI, software, and hardware. Teams across this area research, design, and develop new technologies to make our user's interaction with computing faster and more seamless, building innovative experiences for our users around the world.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Engage with prospects and customers as a security Subject Matter Expert (SME) to identify use cases, understand environments, and influence long-term strategic direction.
- Create regional and account plans to build pipeline and achieve Objectives and Key Results (OKR) for P&D solutions.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Cloud, Security, and Product teams to manage accounts and inform the product roadmap.
- Act as the primary customer advocate to develop solutions, and remove Chrome enterprise adoption blockers.
- Present at industry events to promote P&D security benefits and engage with prospects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 4 years of experience in technology sales or working with customers in a sales role.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 8 years of experience as a sales specialist, account executive, customer or sales engineer, technical account manager or in an enterprise customer-facing role, managing large and strategic enterprise accounts.
- Experience carrying sales goals in a region, pipeline generation, forecasting, and building and delivering on a sales strategy.
- Experience in presenting to customers or events, with the ability to be results-oriented.
- Understanding of deeply technical concepts and environments.
- Ability to thrive in fluid environments, and flex to adapt quickly to changing business needs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $142,000-$206,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
See all 51+ OPT Field Sales Representative Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new OPT Field Sales Representative Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Field Sales Representative
Target companies with a history of H-1B sponsorship
Search OFLC disclosure data to identify employers who have filed H-1B visa petitions for sales roles before. Companies that have sponsored international employees previously are far more likely to do so again for strong performers.
Frame your international background as a sales asset
Multilingual ability and cross-cultural communication are genuine advantages in field sales, especially for employers targeting diverse markets. Lead with these strengths in interviews rather than treating your visa status as a liability to explain away.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront with recruiters
Be transparent about your OPT end date and whether you qualify for a STEM extension. Employers need enough runway to evaluate performance and initiate H-1B sponsorship before your authorization expires. Ambiguity creates hesitation.
Prioritize employers over 50 employees
Smaller companies often lack the HR infrastructure to manage visa sponsorship. Mid-size and enterprise employers in industries like software, medical devices, and business services sponsor field sales roles at significantly higher rates than startups.
Demonstrate quota attainment and pipeline metrics early
Sponsorship decisions are business cases. If you can show measurable sales results within your first few months, you give hiring managers concrete data to justify the cost and effort of sponsorship to leadership and HR.
Ask about the sponsorship process during final-round interviews
Final-round conversations are the right moment to ask whether the company has sponsored field sales employees before and what their internal process looks like. This signals seriousness without raising concerns during earlier screening stages.
Field Sales Representative OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Field Sales Representative roles qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization?
Most Field Sales Representative positions qualify for OPT as long as the role is directly related to your degree field. A business, marketing, or communications degree typically supports eligibility. Roles requiring a specific technical background, such as medical device or software sales, may require a degree in that corresponding field to satisfy the relatedness requirement.
Can I work as a Field Sales Representative on a STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your undergraduate or graduate degree is in a STEM-designated field and the sales role is directly tied to that discipline. Software sales with a computer science degree or pharmaceutical sales with a biology degree are examples that commonly qualify. You must also work for an E-Verify employer and have a formal training plan on file with your DSO.
Do Field Sales Representative jobs commonly offer H-1B sponsorship?
Sponsorship rates vary significantly by employer and industry. Enterprise technology, medical device, and business services companies sponsor field sales roles at higher rates than retail or consumer goods employers. The best approach is to identify companies with documented H-1B filing histories in sales-related occupations. Migrate Mate filters for OPT-friendly employers, making it easier to find roles with realistic sponsorship potential.
Can I work on commission or a mixed base-plus-commission structure on OPT?
Yes. Commission-based and hybrid compensation structures are permitted under OPT as long as the employment is bona fide and directly related to your degree. The role must also meet the requirement of at least 20 hours of work per week. Document your employment offer carefully, as your DSO may need to verify the position qualifies when updating your SEVIS record.
What should I do if a Field Sales Representative role is listed as not sponsoring visas?
Many employers list 'no sponsorship' as a default policy rather than a firm decision. If the role closely matches your background, it is worth applying and addressing your OPT status directly in your cover letter or early in the interview process. Employers who have never hired an international employee often reconsider when they understand that OPT requires no employer petition or cost during the authorization period.