OPT Insurance Collector Jobs

Insurance Collector roles involve recovering outstanding payments from policyholders and third parties, making strong communication and negotiation skills essential. F-1 OPT students can work in this role under standard OPT authorization, with STEM OPT extension possible if your degree is in a qualifying field like finance or data analytics.

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Overview

Open Jobs1,543+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type71% On-site
Median Salary$70K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsUSI Insurance Services

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Aon
Accountant, Captive Insurance
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Aon
New 6m ago
Accountant, Captive Insurance
Aon
Charleston, South Carolina
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
$53,000/yr - $71,000/yr
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Bunge
Process Executive - Insurance Risk
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Bunge
New 15h ago
Process Executive - Insurance Risk
Bunge
Indiana
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Customer Service & Support
Business Operations
Tax
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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SCAN Health Plan
Health Insurance Sales Representative
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SCAN Health Plan
New 22h ago
Health Insurance Sales Representative
SCAN Health Plan
San Fernando, California
Sales
Customer Service & Support
Inside Sales
$70,304/yr - $75,000/yr
Hybrid
1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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UTHealth Houston
Supervisor, Insurance Verification Authorization
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UTHealth Houston
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Supervisor, Insurance Verification Authorization
UTHealth Houston
Houston, Texas
Human Resources
Customer Service & Support
Healthcare Administration
Compliance & Legal
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Associate's
5,001-10,000

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Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc.
Team Lead: Billing, Financial & Insurance Assistance & Revenue Cycle Oversight
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Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc.
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Team Lead: Billing, Financial & Insurance Assistance & Revenue Cycle Oversight
Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc.
Danbury, Connecticut
Business Operations
Finance
Accounting
Healthcare Administration
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$65,000/yr - $80,000/yr
On-Site
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Tips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Insurance Collector

Target employers already familiar with OPT

Insurance companies that have hired OPT students before will move faster and ask fewer questions. Search Migrate Mate to find employers with a verified track record of sponsoring or working with OPT candidates in collections and finance roles.

Connect your degree directly to the role

Hiring managers in insurance collections want to see why your academic background matters. Finance, accounting, economics, or data analytics degrees translate well. Be explicit in your resume about how your coursework supports debt recovery and account analysis work.

Know your OPT end date before applying

Employers will ask how long you're authorized to work. Know your exact OPT expiration date and whether you qualify for a 24-month STEM extension. Having a clear, confident answer removes hesitation and signals you understand your own situation.

Highlight compliance and detail-oriented experience

Insurance collectors work within strict regulatory frameworks. Any academic project, internship, or coursework involving compliance, auditing, or financial record management strengthens your application and signals you can handle the role's legal and procedural demands.

Prepare for questions about your work authorization timeline

Some employers worry OPT authorization is too short. Come prepared with a clear explanation of your timeline, including STEM extension eligibility. Framing your authorization as a multi-year window, not a short-term limitation, often changes how employers respond.

Focus on mid-size insurers and third-party collection agencies

Large insurers sometimes have rigid HR policies that slow OPT hiring. Mid-size carriers and specialized collection agencies often have more flexible hiring processes and are more willing to work through OPT authorization details with strong candidates.

Insurance Collector OPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Can F-1 OPT students legally work as Insurance Collectors in the U.S.?

Yes. Insurance Collector is a standard professional role that falls within OPT work authorization, provided the work relates to your field of study. Degrees in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration typically satisfy that requirement. You must be employed within the authorized dates on your EAD card and report your employer to your DSO promptly after starting.

Do Insurance Collector jobs qualify for a STEM OPT extension?

They can, depending on your degree. If you graduated in a STEM-designated field such as finance, data analytics, or actuarial science, your Insurance Collector role may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to three years of total work authorization. The job must involve applying STEM knowledge directly. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before applying for the extension.

How do I find Insurance Collector jobs that are open to OPT candidates?

Migrate Mate is the best place to start. It surfaces Insurance Collector roles from employers who are open to hiring OPT and visa-sponsored candidates, so you're not wasting time applying to companies that will screen you out at the authorization question. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers significantly improves your application-to-response rate in this field.

Does working as an Insurance Collector count as OPT-qualifying employment?

Yes, as long as the role is directly related to your degree. An Insurance Collector position involves financial analysis, account reconciliation, regulatory compliance, and negotiation, all of which connect clearly to finance, business, or accounting programs. Part-time work also qualifies, provided you work at least 20 hours per week during your OPT period.

What should I tell an employer who is unfamiliar with OPT authorization?

Explain that OPT is a federal work authorization issued by USCIS that allows F-1 students to work in their field of study for up to 12 months, with a potential 24-month extension for STEM graduates. Emphasize that the employer does not need to file any petition or pay government fees during OPT. Your EAD card is sufficient documentation to begin employment legally.