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Operations roles are a strong fit for OPT students because employers in this field hire across industries, from tech and logistics to healthcare and manufacturing. Your 12-month OPT window is enough to prove value and prompt an H-1B visa sponsorship conversation, especially in process-heavy environments where institutional knowledge matters.
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Intuit is looking for a Principal for Business Strategy Operations to serve as a critical strategic and operational partner for our Mid-Market GTM organization. This person will help the Mid-Market PMM leaders operate with scale, velocity, and rigor by driving operating rhythms, planning processes, cross-functional problem solving, and strategic initiative execution. They will partner across functions to improve business efficiency, unlock operational scale, and solve complex business problems using data, structured thinking, and clear narratives.
Responsibilities
- Drive the business operating rhythm from design through execution and management
- Lead planning processes and help define goals that support business and revenue outcomes
- Solve high-priority business problems using structured analysis, data, and executive-ready recommendations
- Partner cross-functionally with business leaders, product, tech, finance, analytics, and operations teams to align on priorities and execution
- Lead strategic initiatives with end-to-end ownership, including tracking milestones, risks, dependencies, and outcomes
- Build reports and mechanisms that improve visibility into operational performance and decision-making
- Translate complex findings into clear narratives and recommendations for leadership audiences
Qualifications
- Consulting background for 3+ years preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, operations, analytics, engineering, or related field
- Experience in business operations, strategy & operations, consulting, finance, or analytics
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and driving execution
- Experience using data to inform decisions and recommendations
Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay for performance rewards approach. This position may be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards and benefits, in accordance with our applicable plans and programs. Pay offered is based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location. To drive ongoing fair pay for employees, Intuit conducts regular comparisons across categories of ethnicity and gender.
The expected base pay range for this position is:
Mountain View $197,000 - $266,000
Overview
Intuit is looking for a Principal for Business Strategy Operations to serve as a critical strategic and operational partner for our Mid-Market GTM organization. This person will help the Mid-Market PMM leaders operate with scale, velocity, and rigor by driving operating rhythms, planning processes, cross-functional problem solving, and strategic initiative execution. They will partner across functions to improve business efficiency, unlock operational scale, and solve complex business problems using data, structured thinking, and clear narratives.
Responsibilities
- Drive the business operating rhythm from design through execution and management
- Lead planning processes and help define goals that support business and revenue outcomes
- Solve high-priority business problems using structured analysis, data, and executive-ready recommendations
- Partner cross-functionally with business leaders, product, tech, finance, analytics, and operations teams to align on priorities and execution
- Lead strategic initiatives with end-to-end ownership, including tracking milestones, risks, dependencies, and outcomes
- Build reports and mechanisms that improve visibility into operational performance and decision-making
- Translate complex findings into clear narratives and recommendations for leadership audiences
Qualifications
- Consulting background for 3+ years preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, operations, analytics, engineering, or related field
- Experience in business operations, strategy & operations, consulting, finance, or analytics
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and driving execution
- Experience using data to inform decisions and recommendations
Intuit provides a competitive compensation package with a strong pay for performance rewards approach. This position may be eligible for a cash bonus, equity rewards and benefits, in accordance with our applicable plans and programs. Pay offered is based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and work location. To drive ongoing fair pay for employees, Intuit conducts regular comparisons across categories of ethnicity and gender.
The expected base pay range for this position is:
Mountain View $197,000 - $266,000
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Operations
Target companies with STEM-adjacent operations roles
Operations roles at tech, biotech, and advanced manufacturing companies often fall under STEM-designated SOC codes, making you eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm the role's SOC code with your employer before accepting an offer.
Verify your employer is enrolled in E-Verify
STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be registered with E-Verify. Ask HR early in the hiring process. Most large operations teams at established companies already are, but smaller firms and startups sometimes are not.
Quantify process improvements in your application materials
Operations hiring managers respond to measurable impact. Lead with specific outcomes you drove, such as reduced cycle times, cost savings, or efficiency gains. Numbers make your contribution concrete and demonstrate the analytical thinking operations roles require.
Bring up OPT before the offer stage
Raising your work authorization status after receiving an offer creates friction. Mentioning OPT during the second or third interview round, framed as a straightforward onboarding detail, gives employers time to consult HR without feeling surprised at the finish line.
Focus on operations-heavy industries with proven H-1B track records
Supply chain, logistics technology, and consulting firms have well-established immigration pipelines. These employers have sponsored operations professionals through H-1B visa before and are far less likely to be deterred by the process compared to smaller or newer companies.
Align your I-983 training plan with actual job responsibilities
For STEM OPT, your training plan must reflect real work you will do. A vague or generic I-983 can trigger DSO scrutiny. Work with your employer's HR team to document specific learning objectives tied to your operations role.
Operations OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do operations jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Some do, but not all. Operations roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension only if the position's SOC code falls under a STEM-designated field and your degree is from a STEM program. Roles like operations analyst, supply chain analyst, and data operations specialist often qualify. General operations coordinator roles may not. Confirm with your DSO before accepting an offer.
How do I find operations employers who sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for OPT-friendly employers, so you can browse operations roles without sorting through companies that won't work with international students. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations deep into the hiring process.
Can I start an operations job before my OPT EAD card arrives?
No. You cannot begin working until you have your physical EAD card in hand, even if USCIS has approved your application. Apply for OPT as early as 90 days before your program end date to build in buffer time. Operations roles with structured onboarding timelines are particularly sensitive to delays, so plan accordingly.
What happens to my OPT if I'm laid off from an operations job?
You have a cumulative 90-day unemployment limit during standard OPT, and STEM OPT allows up to 150 days total. If you're laid off, report the change to your DSO immediately and begin your job search right away. Operations is a broad field with roles across many industries, which works in your favor when pivoting quickly.
Do I need my operations job to be full-time to maintain OPT status?
USCIS requires OPT employment to be at least 20 hours per week and directly related to your degree field. Full-time is preferable and makes H-1B sponsorship conversations easier, but part-time operations work that meets the 20-hour threshold and relates to your studies is technically compliant. Document the connection between your role and your degree clearly with your DSO.