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Instructional Designer jobs on OPT span corporate L&D teams, edtech companies, and higher education. Most roles require portfolio work and proficiency in tools like Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree field, so confirm your classification before applying.
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Instructional Designer
Job Type:
Regular
Company:
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Department:
Enterprise Revenue Cycle Administration
Time Type:
Full time
Weekly Hours:
40
FTE:
1
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Summary
About the Role
At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for a creative and collaborative Learning & Communications Specialist who is passionate about helping employees grow, learn, and succeed.
In this role, you'll design engaging learning experiences and communications that support workforce development, operational improvements, and organizational initiatives. You'll partner with leaders and subject matter experts across the organization to transform complex information into clear, effective training and communication tools that help employees do their best work.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys blending creativity, technology, storytelling, and education to make a meaningful impact on both employees and patient care.
As a Learning & Communications Specialist, you will:
- Design and develop engaging learning programs, training materials, and digital content
- Create multimedia resources, including presentations, videos, job aids, and other educational materials
- Partner with leaders and subject matter experts to identify learning needs and develop effective solutions
- Support organizational initiatives by creating communication plans and employee-facing content
- Translate complex information into clear, accessible, and engaging learning experiences
- Leverage learning technologies and digital tools to enhance employee engagement and knowledge retention
- Coordinate projects from planning through implementation, ensuring timelines and goals are met
- Measure effectiveness and identify opportunities to continuously improve learning programs and communications
- Help drive adoption of new processes, systems, and workplace initiatives through thoughtful education and communication strategies
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who is curious, creative, organized, and passionate about helping others learn.
Successful candidates will typically have:
- Experience creating educational, training, communications, or multimedia content
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain information clearly
- An eye for design, detail, and user experience
- Experience managing projects and balancing multiple priorities
- The ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
- Comfort using technology and learning new digital tools and platforms
- A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality work
Education & Experience
You will meet the qualifications if you have one of the following combinations of education and experience:
- Master's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Instructional Design, Education, Business, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field and at least 1 year of relevant professional experience
- Bachelor's degree in one of the above fields and at least 3 years of relevant professional experience
- Associate degree in one of the above fields and at least 5 years of relevant professional experience
Relevant experience may include instructional design, training and development, digital communications, content creation, media production, project coordination, education, or related work.
Why You'll Love Working Here
At Roswell Park, your work has purpose. Every employee plays a role in advancing groundbreaking cancer research, delivering compassionate patient care, and improving lives around the world.
When you join our team, you'll enjoy:
- Meaningful work that supports a mission-driven organization dedicated to ending cancer
- The opportunity to collaborate with experts across healthcare, research, education, and administration
- A culture that values innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth
- Access to advanced technology and tools that help employees succeed
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- A supportive and inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued
- Opportunities for career development and ongoing learning
- The chance to make a lasting impact on the employee experience and the patients we serve
If you're a strong communicator, creative problem solver, and learning professional who enjoys helping others succeed, we'd love to hear from you. Join Roswell Park and help create engaging learning experiences that empower our workforce and advance our mission.
The starting salary for this position is $35.36/hr. This includes a full comprehensive benefits package.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Master's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Instructional Design, Education, Business, Marketing, Journalism or a related field and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in media production, digital communications, content development, education or training support, project coordination or a related function; or
- Bachelor's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Instructional Design, Education, Business, Marketing, Journalism or a related field and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time experience in media production, digital communications, content development, education or training support, project coordination or a related function; or
- Associate's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Instructional Design, Education, Business, Marketing, Journalism or a related field and the equivalent of five (5) years of full-time experience in media production, digital communications, content development, education or training support, project coordination or a related function.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate against employees, applicants, or job seekers on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. We are committed to maintaining a fair, respectful workplace where employees are valued for their contributions and supported in advancing our mission.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
RPCIC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, employment process, or to perform your job, please contact HR-BenefitsandLeaves@roswellpark.org and provide information about your request and preferred contact method.
Our Core Values
RPCIC is committed to fostering an environment where patients, families, employees, volunteers, and members of our community are treated with dignity, courtesy, and respect. We believe our mission is strengthened when individuals contribute their experiences, perspectives, and ideas and work together toward a common purpose. Our actions are guided by our core values of Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion, and Respect.
Historical Compensation Information Statement
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Title:
Instructional Designer
Job Type:
Regular
Company:
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Department:
Enterprise Revenue Cycle Administration
Time Type:
Full time
Weekly Hours:
40
FTE:
1
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Summary
About the Role
At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for a creative and collaborative Learning & Communications Specialist who is passionate about helping employees grow, learn, and succeed.
In this role, you'll design engaging learning experiences and communications that support workforce development, operational improvements, and organizational initiatives. You'll partner with leaders and subject matter experts across the organization to transform complex information into clear, effective training and communication tools that help employees do their best work.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys blending creativity, technology, storytelling, and education to make a meaningful impact on both employees and patient care.
As a Learning & Communications Specialist, you will:
- Design and develop engaging learning programs, training materials, and digital content
- Create multimedia resources, including presentations, videos, job aids, and other educational materials
- Partner with leaders and subject matter experts to identify learning needs and develop effective solutions
- Support organizational initiatives by creating communication plans and employee-facing content
- Translate complex information into clear, accessible, and engaging learning experiences
- Leverage learning technologies and digital tools to enhance employee engagement and knowledge retention
- Coordinate projects from planning through implementation, ensuring timelines and goals are met
- Measure effectiveness and identify opportunities to continuously improve learning programs and communications
- Help drive adoption of new processes, systems, and workplace initiatives through thoughtful education and communication strategies
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who is curious, creative, organized, and passionate about helping others learn.
Successful candidates will typically have:
- Experience creating educational, training, communications, or multimedia content
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain information clearly
- An eye for design, detail, and user experience
- Experience managing projects and balancing multiple priorities
- The ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
- Comfort using technology and learning new digital tools and platforms
- A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality work
Education & Experience
You will meet the qualifications if you have one of the following combinations of education and experience:
- Master's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Instructional Design, Education, Business, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field and at least 1 year of relevant professional experience
- Bachelor's degree in one of the above fields and at least 3 years of relevant professional experience
- Associate degree in one of the above fields and at least 5 years of relevant professional experience
Relevant experience may include instructional design, training and development, digital communications, content creation, media production, project coordination, education, or related work.
Why You'll Love Working Here
At Roswell Park, your work has purpose. Every employee plays a role in advancing groundbreaking cancer research, delivering compassionate patient care, and improving lives around the world.
When you join our team, you'll enjoy:
- Meaningful work that supports a mission-driven organization dedicated to ending cancer
- The opportunity to collaborate with experts across healthcare, research, education, and administration
- A culture that values innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth
- Access to advanced technology and tools that help employees succeed
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- A supportive and inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued
- Opportunities for career development and ongoing learning
- The chance to make a lasting impact on the employee experience and the patients we serve
If you're a strong communicator, creative problem solver, and learning professional who enjoys helping others succeed, we'd love to hear from you. Join Roswell Park and help create engaging learning experiences that empower our workforce and advance our mission.
The starting salary for this position is $35.36/hr. This includes a full comprehensive benefits package.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- Master's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Instructional Design, Education, Business, Marketing, Journalism or a related field and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in media production, digital communications, content development, education or training support, project coordination or a related function; or
- Bachelor's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Instructional Design, Education, Business, Marketing, Journalism or a related field and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time experience in media production, digital communications, content development, education or training support, project coordination or a related function; or
- Associate's degree in Digital Media, Communications, Instructional Design, Education, Business, Marketing, Journalism or a related field and the equivalent of five (5) years of full-time experience in media production, digital communications, content development, education or training support, project coordination or a related function.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate against employees, applicants, or job seekers on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. We are committed to maintaining a fair, respectful workplace where employees are valued for their contributions and supported in advancing our mission.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
RPCIC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, employment process, or to perform your job, please contact HR-BenefitsandLeaves@roswellpark.org and provide information about your request and preferred contact method.
Our Core Values
RPCIC is committed to fostering an environment where patients, families, employees, volunteers, and members of our community are treated with dignity, courtesy, and respect. We believe our mission is strengthened when individuals contribute their experiences, perspectives, and ideas and work together toward a common purpose. Our actions are guided by our core values of Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion, and Respect.
Historical Compensation Information Statement
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Instructional Designer
Lead with your portfolio, not your resume
Instructional designers are hired on the strength of their work samples. Before applying, build a portfolio with two or three complete eLearning modules. Employers make faster sponsorship decisions when they can see your output quality upfront.
Target edtech and corporate L&D teams first
Large edtech companies and Fortune 500 L&D departments file OPT work authorization more routinely than small training agencies. Prioritizing these employers reduces friction in the hiring process and improves your chances of a smooth authorization experience.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility early
Instructional design degrees vary. If yours falls under educational technology or information systems, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before conversations with employers turn to timeline concerns.
Highlight authoring tool certifications
Articulate 360 and Adobe Captivate offer recognized certifications. Earning one before your job search signals technical readiness to employers who otherwise see OPT authorization as a risk. It gives hiring managers a concrete reason to move forward with you.
Address your OPT timeline proactively with employers
Many hiring managers assume OPT authorization is more complicated than it is. Prepare a clear, one-paragraph explanation of your OPT start date, end date, and what the employer actually needs to do. Removing ambiguity early prevents unnecessary hesitation in the process.
Align your application to the employer's LMS stack
Instructional designer job descriptions usually list a specific LMS such as Workday Learning, Cornerstone, or Canvas. Tailoring your resume and portfolio to mirror the employer's tools demonstrates immediate value and reduces the perceived cost of sponsoring your work authorization.
Instructional Designer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Instructional Designer on OPT?
Yes. Instructional designer roles qualify as OPT-eligible employment as long as the work is directly related to your degree field. A degree in instructional design, educational technology, or a related discipline supports authorization. Confirm the connection between your specific degree and the job description with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Do Instructional Designer roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Some do. Instructional design programs housed under educational technology, learning systems, or information science departments often carry STEM-designated CIP codes. If your degree qualifies, you're eligible for a 24-month extension beyond your initial 12 months of OPT. Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO to confirm before applying to roles that require longer authorization periods.
What do employers actually need to do to hire an Instructional Designer on OPT?
Employers are not required to file any petition or pay government fees to hire OPT students. They need a valid E-Verify enrollment, which most mid-size and large companies already have. The student handles the EAD card and authorization reporting through their DSO. For employers unfamiliar with OPT, this distinction from H-1B visa sponsorship often resolves their hesitation quickly.
Where can I find Instructional Designer jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship compatibility. Searching for instructional designer roles on Migrate Mate surfaces positions at employers who have an established track record of hiring international students, which significantly reduces the time spent on employers who will decline at the authorization stage.
Does my internship or practicum experience count toward OPT employment for an Instructional Designer role?
It can, but the connection must be documented. If your internship involved curriculum development, eLearning production, or training design directly tied to your degree program, it supports your OPT employment record. Keep documentation from your DSO and employer confirming the relationship between the work and your field of study, as this may be reviewed during a STEM extension application.