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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 TITLE: INSIDE SALES COORDINATOR
Position Summary
The Inside Sales Coordinator for precious metals and numismatics guides people and processes to ensure that our numismatic coin projects are delivered on-time and produce the desired results. This person will be the go-to for everything involving a project's organization and timeline. This role works closely with and supports Account Executives to improve Osborne's market position and achieve profitable growth. The Inside Sales Coordinator builds key internal and external relationships and maintains extensive knowledge of current market conditions and customer requirements.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Coordinate internal resources and third parties for the efficient execution of projects
- Ensure all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget
- Maintain organized records, and create post-mortem project summaries
- Facilitate cross-functional planning and follow-up meetings
- Ensure resource availability and allocation
- Develop detailed project plans to track progress
- Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
- Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
- Perform risk assessments
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
- Keep all information complete and up-to-date for all projects in Corporate ERP system (Acumatica)
- Respond swiftly and courteously to customer and internal inquiries
- Act as liaison between client decision makers and Osborne Mint Production leaders
- Arrange and facilitate client debriefs
- Produce project results while meeting deadlines and balancing other business considerations
- Work in alignment with Osborne's Mission, Vision and Values; and policies
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 2 years sales / project coordinator experience (Preferred); 4+ years sales / project coordinator related experience in lieu of college degree
- Proficiency in CRM software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite - Work, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
- Excellent organizational and communication skills (oral and written)
- Strong analytical, numerical and reasoning abilities; detail oriented
- Strong time management skills; results oriented
WORK CONDITIONS
Below provides an overview of the work environment an employee will likely encounter while performing the essential job duties of this position, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
- Office setting with occasional requirement to work in the Production facility (working remote is currently not an option)
- Walk, stand, talk and hear
- Use hands, fingers, handle and feel, reach with hand and arms
- Sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
BENEFITS
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) w company match
- Paid Time Off
- Profit Sharing
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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.