OPT National Account Director Jobs

National Account Director jobs are senior sales leadership roles that typically require a relevant bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field, making them a strong fit for F-1 OPT students. Your OPT work authorization is valid for up to 12 months, with a 24-month STEM extension available if your degree qualifies.

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Open Jobs78+
Work Type60% On-site
Top LocationDallas, TX
Most JobsGeorgia-Pacific

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CohnReznick
National Events Marketing Specialist
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CohnReznick
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National Events Marketing Specialist
CohnReznick
Denver, Colorado
Project & Program Management
Events & Tourism
Marketing
Event Planning
$67k - $85k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
Dir Sales National Accounts On-Premise
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Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
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Dir Sales National Accounts On-Premise
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
Miami, Florida
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Service & Support
Business Development
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Unum
Small Business National Executive Assistant
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Unum
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Small Business National Executive Assistant
Unum
Portland, Maine
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Executive Assistant & Personal Assistant
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$46k - $86k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Inteplast Group
National Account Sales
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Inteplast Group
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National Account Sales
Inteplast Group
Livingston, New Jersey
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Business Development
$100k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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The TJX Companies, Inc.
National Task Force Loss Prevention Investigator
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The TJX Companies, Inc.
Added 2d ago
National Task Force Loss Prevention Investigator
The TJX Companies, Inc.
Harwood Heights, Illinois
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Legal
Security & Protective Services
Compliance & Risk
$24 - $30/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in National Account Director

Lead with your enterprise sales experience

National Account Director roles demand proven track records managing large accounts. Highlight measurable outcomes from internships or prior roles, such as revenue growth, account retention, or deal size, to demonstrate you can operate at the senior level employers expect.

Address your OPT timeline proactively

Employers hiring at the director level want long-term hires. Be upfront that your OPT is active and that H-1B visa sponsorship is your path forward. Frame it as a known process, not an obstacle, and focus the conversation on your immediate value.

Target companies with established H-1B sponsorship history

Large consumer goods, technology, and healthcare companies regularly sponsor H-1B visas for senior sales roles. Focus your search on organizations with formal immigration support programs, as they understand the process and have infrastructure to move quickly when needed.

Quantify your account portfolio impact

National Account Directors are judged on revenue responsibility and relationship depth. Use your resume and interviews to cite specific portfolio sizes, client retention rates, or cross-sell results. Concrete numbers make your candidacy compelling enough to justify sponsorship investment.

Build relationships with hiring managers before applying

Senior sales roles are frequently filled through referrals and warm outreach. Connecting with decision-makers at target companies before a role opens signals initiative and gives you an advocate who can champion your candidacy internally, which matters when sponsorship is involved.

Understand your OPT reporting obligations while job searching

If you change employers or experience a gap exceeding 90 days, your OPT status can be affected. Report employer changes to your DSO promptly, and track your cumulative unemployment days carefully to protect your work authorization throughout the job search process.

National Account Director OPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Can F-1 OPT students work as a National Account Director?

Yes. F-1 OPT authorizes full-time employment in roles directly related to your degree, and National Account Director positions typically align with degrees in business, marketing, or management. Your OPT EAD card is what authorizes you to work, so you do not need the employer to file anything before you start.

Will employers sponsor H-1B visas for National Account Director roles?

Many do. Director-level sales roles represent significant revenue responsibility, which makes employers more willing to invest in sponsorship than they might be for junior positions. Companies in consumer goods, technology, and pharmaceuticals have strong sponsorship track records for senior account management talent. Focusing your search on established enterprises improves your odds considerably.

How does the STEM OPT extension apply to this role?

If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as information systems, management science, or certain business analytics programs, you may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension after your initial 12 months. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO to confirm eligibility before assuming you qualify.

Where can I find National Account Director jobs that are open to OPT candidates?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers, so you can browse National Account Director openings from employers who are actively open to sponsoring international candidates. Searching on a general job board makes it difficult to filter by sponsorship willingness, which wastes time at a stage when your OPT clock is running.

What counts as a qualifying job for OPT in a National Account Director role?

USCIS requires that OPT employment be directly related to your major field of study. A National Account Director role qualifies if your degree is in business, marketing, sales management, or a closely related field. The connection needs to be documented, so keep a copy of your offer letter and be prepared to explain the relationship to your DSO.