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Industrial Engineer jobs on OPT are a strong fit for F-1 students because the role's degree requirement is clear-cut, and STEM OPT extension eligibility is well-established for industrial engineering graduates. Most employers in manufacturing, logistics, and operations hire through standard H-1B visa sponsorship pipelines.
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Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.
Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation, most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020).
The Industrial Design Program at LaGuardia Community College is growing and seeks adjunct industrial design lecturers to support and maintain this growth in studio practices, workshop and modelmaking techniques, C.A.D, C.A.M and digital prototyping. This relatively new industrial design associate degree program is focused on teaching students' foundation industrial design technology skills that will help prepare them for entry into industrial design employment and/or transfer to senior colleges to continue their studies. We are looking for a broad range of design experiences across various lecturing positions for the design courses listed in our industrial design degree map. We are interested in industrial design lecturers who are focused on teaching students how to develop a human-centered design process, develop compelling product solutions and apply their technical and creative skills to build an exciting visual story about their ideas and designs. We currently have a great need for industrial design lecturers skilled in traditional and digital workshop practices, industrial design studio process and digital prototyping using Arduino and/or Raspberry Pi platforms and technologies.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
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A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the field of industrial design is required for this position. A graduate degree in industrial design is highly preferred.
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A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in industrial design corporate environments, industrial design consulting environments or a combination of.
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A minimum of 1 year of university level teaching experience (full-time or aggregate adjunct teaching) in industrial design.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience and proficiency in freehand and digital sketching, craft modelmaking and product prototyping, 2D and 3D design software applications including Sketchbook Pro, Adobe CS, Rhino 3D, Solidworks, photorealistic rendering and animation.
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Thorough knowledge of materials & manufacturing processes used in the development, prototyping and production of consumer products.
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Familiarity and experience working with design and manufacturing equipment including 3D printers, laser cutters, C.N.C. routers, vacuum formers, table saws, lathes, sanders, drill press, power tools and all associated workshop equipment used for product prototyping and design development.
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Knowledge and experience of sustainable practices and environmental materials applications in the product development process.
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Experience in conducting and interpreting user research, consumer focus group research and business metrics into the product development process.
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A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to meet deadlines effectively.
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Interdisciplinary design education and experience.
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Knowledge of entrepreneurship and coaching start-up companies and business teams.
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First Aid and advanced safety workshop training.
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A successful track record of bringing products to market from the product research phase through retail sales.
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Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
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Knowledge of robotics, human factors and smart home technologies, Arduino or similar microcontroller software.
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Research methods in design thinking and application in the product development process.
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Ability to recognize and promote design as a tool for social, environmental and economic change towards improving the human condition.
COMPENSATION
- Adjunct Lecturer: $91.67/hr
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.
CLOSING DATE
Open Until filled. Review of resumes will begin after December 1st, 2026.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 33104
Location: LaGuardia Community College
Job Type: Part-Time
INTRODUCTION
Founded in 1971 in Long Island City, Queens, LaGuardia Community College is one of seven community colleges of the City University of New York (CUNY). LaGuardia offers more than sixty associate degree programs and more than fifty workforce training, ESOL, GED, and pre-college programs. In 2023, LaGuardia served approximately 24,000 students. More than one-third of LaGuardia’s degree-seeking students are born outside the United States; they come from 136 countries and speak 43 heritage languages. Sixty percent are first-generation college students.
Virtually all LaGuardia students are ethnic minorities (89 percent), 58 percent are women, 27 percent are over the age of 25. Forty-six percent of associate degree students are Hispanic. Upon graduation, most students transfer to four-year colleges, typically in CUNY, to complete their baccalaureate degrees. Graduates of career programs such as Nursing, Computer Technology, and Veterinary Technology enter the workforce. LaGuardia ranked fifth among U.S. community colleges in economic mobility – moving low-income students into the middle class and beyond – in studies by Stanford University (2017) and the Brookings Institution (2020).
The Industrial Design Program at LaGuardia Community College is growing and seeks adjunct industrial design lecturers to support and maintain this growth in studio practices, workshop and modelmaking techniques, C.A.D, C.A.M and digital prototyping. This relatively new industrial design associate degree program is focused on teaching students' foundation industrial design technology skills that will help prepare them for entry into industrial design employment and/or transfer to senior colleges to continue their studies. We are looking for a broad range of design experiences across various lecturing positions for the design courses listed in our industrial design degree map. We are interested in industrial design lecturers who are focused on teaching students how to develop a human-centered design process, develop compelling product solutions and apply their technical and creative skills to build an exciting visual story about their ideas and designs. We currently have a great need for industrial design lecturers skilled in traditional and digital workshop practices, industrial design studio process and digital prototyping using Arduino and/or Raspberry Pi platforms and technologies.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
-
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the field of industrial design is required for this position. A graduate degree in industrial design is highly preferred.
-
A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in industrial design corporate environments, industrial design consulting environments or a combination of.
-
A minimum of 1 year of university level teaching experience (full-time or aggregate adjunct teaching) in industrial design.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
Experience and proficiency in freehand and digital sketching, craft modelmaking and product prototyping, 2D and 3D design software applications including Sketchbook Pro, Adobe CS, Rhino 3D, Solidworks, photorealistic rendering and animation.
-
Thorough knowledge of materials & manufacturing processes used in the development, prototyping and production of consumer products.
-
Familiarity and experience working with design and manufacturing equipment including 3D printers, laser cutters, C.N.C. routers, vacuum formers, table saws, lathes, sanders, drill press, power tools and all associated workshop equipment used for product prototyping and design development.
-
Knowledge and experience of sustainable practices and environmental materials applications in the product development process.
-
Experience in conducting and interpreting user research, consumer focus group research and business metrics into the product development process.
-
A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to meet deadlines effectively.
-
Interdisciplinary design education and experience.
-
Knowledge of entrepreneurship and coaching start-up companies and business teams.
-
First Aid and advanced safety workshop training.
-
A successful track record of bringing products to market from the product research phase through retail sales.
-
Experience working with culturally diverse populations.
-
Knowledge of robotics, human factors and smart home technologies, Arduino or similar microcontroller software.
-
Research methods in design thinking and application in the product development process.
-
Ability to recognize and promote design as a tool for social, environmental and economic change towards improving the human condition.
COMPENSATION
- Adjunct Lecturer: $91.67/hr
CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.
CLOSING DATE
Open Until filled. Review of resumes will begin after December 1st, 2026.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 33104
Location: LaGuardia Community College
Job Type: Part-Time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Industrial Engineer
Target STEM OPT-eligible employers first
Industrial engineering is a STEM-designated field, giving you up to 36 months of OPT work authorization. Focus on employers enrolled in E-Verify, which is required for STEM OPT extensions and filters out non-qualifying companies early.
Lead with your degree field, not just your job title
Sponsors need to confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Framing your background as an industrial engineering degree applied to process optimization or operations makes the visa connection obvious and reduces employer hesitation.
Prioritize manufacturing and supply chain companies
Large manufacturers, automotive companies, and logistics firms have established immigration programs and hire industrial engineers regularly. These employers are far more likely to have in-house counsel familiar with H-1B visa sponsorship than smaller operations firms.
Document your quantifiable impact during OPT
Sponsors want evidence your work justifies the H-1B filing cost. Track metrics from day one: cycle time reductions, cost savings, throughput improvements. Concrete numbers make a stronger case when sponsorship conversations begin before your OPT window closes.
Ask about sponsorship timelines, not just willingness
Some employers support H-1B in principle but miss the April filing deadline relative to your OPT end date. Confirm when they would file and whether premium processing is available, so you can assess the actual risk before accepting an offer.
Avoid roles with ambiguous degree requirements
Job postings that accept any bachelor's degree for an engineering role can create specialty occupation problems at H-1B adjudication. Look for postings that specifically require an industrial engineering or engineering degree to strengthen your future petition.
Industrial Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does industrial engineering qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes. Industrial engineering is classified under a STEM-designated CIP code, which makes graduates eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond initial 12-month OPT. You must be working for an E-Verify employer and file Form I-765 with a timely I-983 training plan before your current EAD expires.
How do I find industrial engineer jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by sponsorship willingness, so you're not wasting applications on companies that won't support your status. Industrial engineer roles in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and supply chain are consistently represented among sponsoring employers on the platform.
Can I work as an industrial engineer for a staffing or consulting firm on OPT?
Yes, but with important caveats. Third-party placement arrangements, where you're employed by a staffing agency but placed at a client site, can complicate STEM OPT training plans and create issues with the employer-employee relationship required for later H-1B sponsorship. Direct employment with the end-client company is generally a more stable arrangement for OPT students.
Does an industrial engineering role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Generally yes, provided the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or a closely related field. Roles that accept any degree regardless of field, or that are heavily hands-on without requiring specialized engineering knowledge, can face greater scrutiny during H-1B adjudication. The job description's stated degree requirement matters significantly.
What happens to my OPT if I switch employers as an industrial engineer?
For standard OPT, you can change employers as long as the new role is directly related to your degree and you report the change to your DSO within ten days. For STEM OPT, you must be employed by an E-Verify employer throughout, and a new I-983 training plan is required each time you change employers. Gaps in employment beyond 90 cumulative days can jeopardize your OPT status.