OPT Operations Coordinator Jobs

Operations Coordinator roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, supply chain, or industrial engineering. Most positions qualify as STEM OPT-eligible under CIP codes like 52.0201 or 14.0901, giving you up to three years of work authorization with a single employer sponsor.

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KoEC Operations Coordinator
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KoEC Operations Coordinator
University of Hawaii system
Honokaa, Hawaii
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Customer Service & Support
$32.54/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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AI & ML Ops Engineer
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AI & ML Ops Engineer
Fairview Health Services
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
DevOps
$109k - $155k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Operations Coordinator
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Operations Coordinator
TriHealth Inc.
Cincinnati, Ohio
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Project Management
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Human Resources Operations Coordinator
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Human Resources Operations Coordinator
State of Delaware
Delaware
Human Resources
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Administrative & Office Support
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Finance Ops Support Supervisor
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Finance Ops Support Supervisor
Hennepin Healthcare
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Finance
Accounting
Business Operations
Human Resources
$42 - $63/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Tips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Operations Coordinator

Lead with your degree field, not just your job title

Operations Coordinator roles are often approved under business administration or supply chain CIP codes. When reaching out to employers, connect your specific degree to the operational functions of the role to make the OPT eligibility case clear upfront.

Target companies with existing OPT or H-1B sponsorship history

Employers who have sponsored international workers before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer over paperwork concerns. Prioritize companies with a demonstrated track record of hiring international students in operational roles.

Confirm STEM OPT eligibility before applying

Not all Operations Coordinator roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Verify that your degree program's CIP code appears on the official STEM Designated Degree Program List before presenting yourself as a STEM OPT candidate to employers.

Apply before your OPT start date, not after

Operations teams plan headcount in advance. Applying three to six months before your program end date gives employers time to onboard you without anxiety about authorization gaps, and it signals that you understand your own timeline.

Address the sponsorship question directly in your cover letter

Employers frequently screen out international candidates because they assume the process is complicated. A single clear sentence explaining your current OPT status, authorization period, and STEM extension eligibility removes the most common reason hiring managers move on.

Highlight process improvement and systems experience prominently

Operations Coordinator roles require demonstrable experience with workflows, vendor management, or ERP systems. Quantify your impact wherever possible. Employers sponsoring OPT candidates want to see clear evidence that the hire justifies the administrative steps involved.

Operations Coordinator OPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work as an Operations Coordinator on F-1 OPT?

Yes, Operations Coordinator roles generally qualify for F-1 OPT as long as the position is directly related to your degree field. A degree in business administration, supply chain management, or industrial engineering typically satisfies the relatedness requirement. You'll need your employer to confirm the role aligns with your program of study before your DSO authorizes OPT for that position.

Does an Operations Coordinator role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. If you graduated from a program like Supply Chain Management (52.0209), Business Administration (52.0201), or Industrial Engineering (14.3501), your degree likely appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Your employer also needs to be enrolled in E-Verify, which is required for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.

How do I find Operations Coordinator jobs that are open to OPT candidates?

Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find Operations Coordinator roles where employers are already open to sponsoring international students. Filtering specifically for OPT-friendly postings saves significant time compared to applying broadly and hitting walls during screening. Many operations roles at mid-size and large companies are viable, but surface-level job searches don't distinguish between sponsorship-willing and sponsorship-averse employers.

What happens to my OPT status if my Operations Coordinator contract ends early?

You enter a 60-day grace period from the date your employment ends, during which you cannot work but can remain in the United States to find a new qualifying position. If you secure a new role within that window, your DSO updates your authorization for the new employer. Leaving the country or exceeding the grace period without a new authorization will terminate your F-1 status.

Do Operations Coordinator employers typically handle OPT paperwork, or is that my responsibility?

OPT authorization is your responsibility, not the employer's. You work with your university's DSO to apply for and maintain OPT through USCIS. Your employer's only formal obligation for standard OPT is confirming the role is related to your degree. For STEM OPT, employers must be E-Verify enrolled and submit a formal training plan using Form I-983, which requires active cooperation from your supervisor.