OPT IT Program Manager Jobs
IT Program Manager jobs on OPT require employers to sponsor H-1B visa or extend your OPT period, and most openings sit in tech, defense, and consulting sectors where multi-year programs demand certified PMs. STEM OPT extensions apply if your degree is in computer science, information systems, or a related field, giving you up to three years of work authorization.
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As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
INTRODUCTION
As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an IT Program Manager
Target STEM-designated programs
If your degree is in computer science, information systems, or engineering, confirm your program holds a STEM designation with your DSO. This unlocks a 24-month OPT extension, giving employers more runway to file your H-1B visa petition.
Lead with your PMP or Agile certifications
IT Program Manager roles are specialty occupations under H-1B. A PMP, PMI-ACP, or CSM certification reinforces that your role requires specialized expertise, making the visa petition easier for your employer to support with USCIS documentation.
Prioritize large IT and government contractors
Companies like Accenture, Booz Allen, and Leidos regularly staff program managers on complex contracts and have established H-1B sponsorship pipelines. Established processes mean faster internal approval for sponsoring a new hire on OPT.
Address OPT timing proactively in interviews
IT Program Managers are hired for multi-year initiatives. Frame your OPT authorization window as sufficient runway for your employer to complete the H-1B cap process before your status expires, and come prepared with exact dates.
Connect your degree directly to the role
USCIS requires specialty occupations to demonstrate a direct relationship between the degree and the job. Prepare a clear narrative linking your computer science, MIS, or engineering degree to the technical scope of the program manager position.
Document your portfolio with measurable outcomes
Strong sponsorship cases rest on demonstrating specialized value. Quantify your program management experience with metrics like budget size, team headcount, delivery timelines, or cost savings to support both your hire and any future visa petition.
IT Program Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Program Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. IT Program Manager roles tied to complex technical programs, large budgets, or cross-functional engineering teams generally meet the specialty occupation standard. Roles where any general business degree qualifies face more scrutiny, so the job description language matters significantly.
Can I work as an IT Program Manager on STEM OPT?
You can if your underlying degree field carries a STEM designation. Degrees in computer science, information systems, computer engineering, and management information systems are common qualifying fields. Confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO before applying. The 24-month STEM extension gives you up to three years total on OPT, which covers two full H-1B cap cycles if needed.
Where can I find IT Program Manager jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters jobs specifically for candidates on OPT and other work visas, so you're not wasting time on roles that won't consider international candidates. IT Program Manager positions in defense contracting, healthcare IT, and enterprise consulting tend to have the highest sponsorship activity. Browse Migrate Mate to find verified opportunities in those sectors.
What documents does my employer need to support my OPT employment as an IT Program Manager?
Your employer needs a signed offer letter, and you'll need your EAD card, a valid passport, and your I-20 with OPT authorization. For STEM OPT, your employer must be E-Verify enrolled and sign a Form I-983 training plan. The I-983 should document how the IT Program Manager role relates to your degree field and outlines your learning objectives.
How early should I start the H-1B process if I'm currently working as an IT Program Manager on OPT?
Registration for the H-1B lottery opens in early March each year for an October 1 start date. If you're on standard OPT, you need to be selected and have a petition approved before your EAD expires. STEM OPT gives you more buffer, but you should still begin conversations with your employer's HR and immigration counsel at least six months before the March registration window opens.