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Operations Intern roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students because employers regularly hire for process improvement, logistics coordination, and data analysis work that aligns directly with business, engineering, and supply chain degrees. Your OPT grants 12 months of work authorization, with a 24-month STEM extension available if your degree qualifies.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Aircapture we’re creating and scaling a circular carbon economy to solve what we believe to be our lifetime's most pressing challenge: The climate crisis. We supply commercial and industrial customers with clean CO2 captured from our atmosphere to radically improve the environment, our economy, and our lives. We value building a team of people who represent diverse backgrounds--be it thought, education, gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation--to reach our goals. Thank you for considering us.
Are you curious and proactive, looking to gain hands-on experience in People Operations? This is an opportunity to support the People team at a fast-growing climate tech startup and learn how People Ops functions behind the scenes. You will gain exposure to onboarding, employee experience, HR systems, and core People programs, and support aspects of the hiring process–while developing strong management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Pay rate: $25 per hour, plus up to $400 in travel reimbursement for those relocating from outside of the Bay Area.
What You’ll Do Here
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a positive and organized employee experience
- Support the People team in maintaining and improving internal documentation and resources (e.g., Notion, policies, guides)
- Research and synthesize insights to support People programs such as engagement, learning and development, and job architecture
- Own 1-2 scoped summer projects focused on process improvement based on team priorities
- Provide general team support (e.g., scheduling, coordination, and operational or office-related tasks) to enable the company to run efficiently
- Jump on ad-hoc tasks as needed–this may include helping with day-to-day operational needs in a start-up environment
- Communicate and collaborate openly with team members across the company
Your Skills and Abilities Include
All of your work experience is interesting to us–please include part time jobs, summer jobs, work/study, entrepreneurial endeavors, and volunteer work on your resume.
- Current college student with prior internship and/or leadership experience
- Interest in exploring a career in People/HR; open to learning different areas within People Operations
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Clear and thoughtful communicator with attention to detail
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment and navigating ambiguity
- Experience with Notion, Slack and G Suite is a plus, but not required–ability to learn new tools quickly is key
- Interest in climate tech and purpose-driven organizations
Aircapture strives to create a safe, inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. Every teammate adds to who we are, diversifying our ideas, experiences and viewpoints and makes us stronger. We hope you feel welcome here.
At Aircapture we’re creating and scaling a circular carbon economy to solve what we believe to be our lifetime's most pressing challenge: The climate crisis. We supply commercial and industrial customers with clean CO2 captured from our atmosphere to radically improve the environment, our economy, and our lives. We value building a team of people who represent diverse backgrounds--be it thought, education, gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation--to reach our goals. Thank you for considering us.
Are you curious and proactive, looking to gain hands-on experience in People Operations? This is an opportunity to support the People team at a fast-growing climate tech startup and learn how People Ops functions behind the scenes. You will gain exposure to onboarding, employee experience, HR systems, and core People programs, and support aspects of the hiring process–while developing strong management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Pay rate: $25 per hour, plus up to $400 in travel reimbursement for those relocating from outside of the Bay Area.
What You’ll Do Here
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a positive and organized employee experience
- Support the People team in maintaining and improving internal documentation and resources (e.g., Notion, policies, guides)
- Research and synthesize insights to support People programs such as engagement, learning and development, and job architecture
- Own 1-2 scoped summer projects focused on process improvement based on team priorities
- Provide general team support (e.g., scheduling, coordination, and operational or office-related tasks) to enable the company to run efficiently
- Jump on ad-hoc tasks as needed–this may include helping with day-to-day operational needs in a start-up environment
- Communicate and collaborate openly with team members across the company
Your Skills and Abilities Include
All of your work experience is interesting to us–please include part time jobs, summer jobs, work/study, entrepreneurial endeavors, and volunteer work on your resume.
- Current college student with prior internship and/or leadership experience
- Interest in exploring a career in People/HR; open to learning different areas within People Operations
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Clear and thoughtful communicator with attention to detail
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment and navigating ambiguity
- Experience with Notion, Slack and G Suite is a plus, but not required–ability to learn new tools quickly is key
- Interest in climate tech and purpose-driven organizations
Aircapture strives to create a safe, inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. Every teammate adds to who we are, diversifying our ideas, experiences and viewpoints and makes us stronger. We hope you feel welcome here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Operations Intern
Target companies with active OPT hiring history
Search for employers who have previously hired OPT students in operations roles. Companies with established onboarding processes for international students move faster and encounter fewer internal HR delays when extending offers to F-1 candidates.
Align your degree to the job description explicitly
Operations internships require a clear connection between your coursework and the role. Mention relevant classes like supply chain management, operations research, or industrial engineering in your resume and cover letter to strengthen your OPT eligibility case.
Apply before your OPT start date is imminent
Many employers need three to six weeks to process paperwork before your first day. Starting your search at least two months before your OPT authorization begins gives hiring managers enough runway to complete onboarding without authorization gaps.
Clarify your authorization status upfront in applications
State clearly that you hold F-1 OPT status and are authorized to work without employer sponsorship. Removing uncertainty early prevents your application from being filtered out by recruiters who misread OPT as requiring immediate visa sponsorship.
Prioritize roles at STEM-designated employers for extension eligibility
If your degree qualifies for STEM OPT, focus on employers enrolled in E-Verify. Working at an E-Verify employer is a hard requirement for the 24-month STEM extension, so confirming this before accepting an offer matters significantly.
Use your university's OPT resources alongside your job search
Your DSO can provide employer letters explaining OPT authorization, which reduces friction with unfamiliar HR departments. Having that documentation ready before interviews signals professionalism and helps employers who have never hired OPT students before.
Operations Intern OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Operations Intern on F-1 OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorizes you to work in the U.S. without your employer filing any visa petition on your behalf. Operations Intern roles are eligible as long as the work is directly related to your degree field, whether that is business administration, industrial engineering, supply chain, or a related discipline. Your EAD card is your work authorization document.
Does an Operations Intern role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as industrial engineering, operations research, information systems, or applied mathematics, and the internship duties align with that field, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm both conditions before accepting an offer.
How do I find Operations Intern positions that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers, so every listing on the platform is relevant to your authorization status. Browsing on Migrate Mate filters out roles where OPT students would be automatically disqualified, saving significant time compared to searching on general job platforms where most postings don't specify authorization requirements.
What happens to my OPT authorization if the Operations Intern role ends early?
Your OPT authorization period continues running regardless of whether you are employed. If your internship ends before your EAD expiration date, you have up to 90 days of unemployment during standard OPT to find another qualifying role. Exceeding 90 cumulative days of unemployment violates your F-1 status, so tracking that window carefully and starting a new search immediately is critical.
Do I need to report an Operations Intern job to my DSO?
Yes. You are required to report any new job to your Designated School Official within 10 days of starting. You must report the employer name, address, job title, and start date. Failing to report employment is a status violation even if you are otherwise authorized to work. Keep your SEVIS record updated any time your employment details change, including if you switch employers mid-OPT.