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Inside Sales Representative jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, marketing, or communications. Most roles involve managing pipelines, qualifying leads, and closing deals remotely, which aligns well with OPT's 12-month work authorization window and STEM extension eligibility at tech-forward companies.
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Job ID: 523883
Non-Exempt
Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We’re more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We’re a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we’re leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.
Job Summary
Providing a high level of service to surpass internal and external customer expectations while working in a comprehensive team selling environment. The Inside Sales Representative is the central resource working closely with our outside sales team to provide customer support and help manage all aspects of the order flow process; including new account set up; pricing and quoting; collection of credit information; order write-up and associated follow-up. Some cross and up-selling will occur as well.
Job Location
* This position will be remote near one of our facilities in the United States.
Job Responsibilities
- Directly facilitate customer requests for pricing, quote and scope of work deliverables associated with all products in assigned territory.
- Maintain project records, documentation, and data in (CRM) database.
- Possesses thorough knowledge of products sold in assigned market, processes, and policies to support and exceed customer requirements and expectations.
- Effectively utilizes technology, reporting, and process to drive efficiency.
- Provide timely project updates or findings to the respective Regional Sales Manager via phone, email, and update to the appropriate records in CRM.
- Manage Project Search Program utilizing web-based searches (Reed/Insight/BidEx) to identify potential customers/end users.
- Effectively navigate the bidding process. Outbound calling to site or general contractors to gain approval to quote specified products.
- Assist and support the RSM’s when needed, understanding of competitive products and our advantages.
- Develop a knowledge and regulatory understanding of each territory and our go to market strategy.
- Check plans and specification as needed to provide accurate quotes.
- To perform duties in accordance with all relevant legislation in particular the Health and Safety at Work Act.
- To apply requirements of BS EN ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 as appropriate within the areas of responsibility.
- Other duties which the company may reasonably require the individual to undertake.
Job Requirements
- A Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent work experience
- Ability to work within a CRM system
- Proficient in Microsoft products (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Ability to have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Effective time management, customer service skills and strong computer skills
- Ability to review lead sources and qualify opportunities for revenue growth
- Ability to read and understand construction, drainage, and utility drawings and plan sets preferred
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve involving several variables while operating in a dynamic, fluid, team-orientated environment
Compensation
- Hourly rate is $30.00 to $31.00
- Yearly target bonus of 10%
- 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Life insurance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization. If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Inside Sales Representative
Target SaaS and tech companies first
Software and technology companies sponsor OPT far more frequently than traditional industries. Their inside sales teams are large, turnover is high, and many already have H-1B visa sponsorship infrastructure in place, making them more likely to extend your authorization after OPT.
Emphasize CRM and sales tool proficiency
Hiring managers screen for Salesforce, HubSpot, or Outreach experience before anything else. Listing specific tools in your resume signals you can contribute immediately, which reduces the perceived risk of hiring someone on a time-limited work authorization like OPT.
Address your OPT timeline proactively
Bring up your work authorization status early in the process, not after an offer. Framing it as a 12-month window with a clear path to H-1B sponsorship shows employers you understand the timeline and have already thought through the logistics.
Quantify pipeline and quota performance
Inside sales hiring decisions are heavily metrics-driven. Include specific numbers from internships or past roles, such as call volume, conversion rates, or pipeline generated. Concrete results make your application stand out regardless of your visa situation.
Look for roles with structured development programs
Companies that run formal Sales Development Representative or Business Development Representative programs tend to have established onboarding, legal resources, and HR processes. Those structures make it easier for them to navigate OPT and eventual H-1B sponsorship paperwork.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly employers
Not every inside sales role is posted with visa sponsorship details, but browsing Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have actively hired on OPT before, saving you time and avoiding applications to companies with no sponsorship history.
Inside Sales Representative OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Inside Sales Representative on F-1 OPT?
Yes, inside sales roles qualify under F-1 OPT as long as the position is directly related to your field of study, typically business, marketing, communications, or a related discipline. Your employer does not need to file any petition before you start, but your EAD card must be valid and in hand before your first day.
Do Inside Sales Representative jobs typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on the employer. SaaS companies, enterprise software firms, and tech-driven organizations sponsor inside sales roles through H-1B fairly regularly because the position can qualify as a specialty occupation tied to a business or marketing degree. Smaller companies or those outside tech sponsor less frequently, so researching employer sponsorship history before applying is worth the effort.
Does an Inside Sales Representative role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Only if your degree is in a STEM-designated field and your employer participates in E-Verify. Inside sales itself is not a STEM occupation, but graduates with degrees in management information systems, data analytics, or similar STEM fields may qualify if the role involves quantitative analysis or technical product sales. Check your degree's CIP code against the official STEM OPT designated degree program list.
Where can I find Inside Sales Representative jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find inside sales roles where employers are already open to hiring F-1 OPT students. General job boards rarely filter by visa sponsorship willingness, so you end up spending significant time applying to companies that will screen you out at the offer stage. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this.
What happens if my OPT expires while I am still in an Inside Sales Representative role?
You must stop working immediately if your EAD expires and no extension or new work authorization is in place. If your employer has filed an H-1B petition on your behalf and USCIS issues a receipt notice before your OPT ends, you may have a cap-gap period that bridges your status. Talk to your DSO well before your EAD expiration date to understand your options.