OPT Partnerships Associate Jobs
Partnerships Associate roles sit at the intersection of business development and relationship management, making them a strong fit for OPT students with communication and analytical skills. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations under OPT, and employers in tech, media, and SaaS actively hire international candidates on 12-month standard or 24-month STEM OPT extensions.
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INTRODUCTION
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JOB OVERVIEW
We are seeking a Data Partnerships Manager to strategize and accelerate the development of data solutions through high-value external partnerships. In this role, you will identify, launch, and scale partnerships that drive revenue, improve product capabilities, and generate measurable value across the T-Mobile Advertising Solutions (T-Ads) ecosystem.
This position plays a meaningful role in shaping partnership strategy, negotiating agreements, leading partner relationships, and enabling sales teams to grow revenue. You will work cross-functionally with product, revenue, and client-facing teams to bring innovative data solutions to market and support long-term business growth.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Evaluate, onboard, and prioritize new data partners based on client needs, commercial fit, data quality, and strategic objectives.
- Identify and assess high-value partnership opportunities aligned with organizational priorities and product roadmap.
- Develop monetization strategies for data products in collaboration with leadership to expand revenue and grow client accounts.
- Lead partnership launches, including market positioning, packaging, pricing, and customer targeting.
- Partner with Sales to define strategic use cases, partnership value propositions, and benchmarks for measurement.
- Drive contracting processes by developing deal structures and securing terms that align with business goals.
- Prepare regular performance reports for internal leadership, highlighting partnership outcomes, risks, and revenue impact.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's Degree plus 3 years of related work experience
OR advanced degree with 1 year of related work experience
OR combination of education and experience deemed equivalent (Required) - 4-7 years Advertising technology, specifically digital marketing measurement (Required)
- 4-7 years Partnerships, solutions and/or partner management experience, supporting sales in the development of measurement strategies for advertising clients (Required)
- 4-7 years Experience working with advertising measurement such as brand surveys, location lift, sales lift, and validation/brand safety (Required)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Strong knowledge of the data landscape, including external data providers, audience targeting, and identity frameworks.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills, with a data-driven and analytical perspective.
- Ability to work effectively across multiple internal teams and external partners to develop go-to-market solutions.
- Strong problem-solving skills and comfort navigating complex business and technical concepts.
- At least 18 years of age
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
TRAVEL:
Travel Required (Yes/No): No
DOT REGULATED:
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Range: $103,700 - $187,000
- Corporate Bonus Target: 15%
The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role. The successful candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range.
At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Most Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee’s eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance.
At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don't stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs!
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As part of the T-Mobile team, you know the Un-carrier doesn’t have a corporate ladder–it’s more like a jungle gym of possibilities! We love helping our employees grow in their careers, because it’s that shared drive to aim high that drives our business and our culture forward. By applying for this career opportunity, you’re living our values while investing in your career growth–and we applaud it. You’re unstoppable!
T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.
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Confirm the role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Partnerships Associate positions vary widely. Make sure the job description requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business, communications, or marketing. Roles that accept any degree regardless of field may not support an H-1B visa petition after OPT ends.
Target employers with a history of visa sponsorship
Focus your search on companies that have previously sponsored H-1B visas in business development or partnerships functions. Past sponsorship behavior is the strongest signal that a company will support your transition from OPT to long-term work authorization.
Highlight cross-functional and revenue-driving experience
Employers weigh visa sponsorship costs against candidate value. Emphasize measurable outcomes: partnerships you helped close, pipelines you managed, or revenue you contributed to. Concrete impact makes the sponsorship conversation significantly easier to initiate.
Track your OPT reporting obligations carefully
OPT students in partnerships roles must report employer changes to their DSO within 10 days. If your role shifts from full-time to contract or freelance, that can affect your OPT status. Stay proactive with your international student office throughout your job search.
Use STEM OPT eligibility as a negotiating asset if applicable
If your degree is in a STEM field and the employer qualifies, 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you significantly more runway. Mention this early in hiring conversations. Many companies prefer candidates who bring extra time before an H-1B petition is required.
Prepare to explain OPT clearly and confidently to recruiters
Many hiring managers at smaller companies are unfamiliar with OPT. Have a brief, confident explanation ready: you are fully authorized to work now, at no cost to the employer, and sponsorship is only relevant if they want to retain you long-term.
Partnerships Associate OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Partnerships Associate on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes. OPT is work authorization you already hold through your F-1 status, so no employer sponsorship is required during your OPT period. You can start working immediately once USCIS approves your EAD card. Sponsorship only becomes relevant if the employer wants to keep you on after your OPT expires, typically through an H-1B petition.
Do Partnerships Associate jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in a STEM-designated field such as information systems, computer science, or applied mathematics, and the employer has a valid E-Verify enrollment, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. The partnerships role itself does not need to be technical for you to qualify.
Where can I find Partnerships Associate jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and STEM OPT students and filters roles by sponsorship openness, so you are not wasting applications on companies that will not hire international candidates. Browsing through Migrate Mate lets you focus your energy on employers who have a track record of working with students on work authorization.
What happens to my OPT if I lose a Partnerships Associate job and need to find a new one?
You enter a 60-day unemployment grace period when your employment ends. During this window you must find a new qualifying position, report it to your DSO, and remain within OPT unemployment limits, which are 90 days total for standard OPT and 150 days for STEM OPT. Staying in close contact with your international student office during a job search is essential.
Will a Partnerships Associate role support an H-1B petition after OPT ends?
Generally yes, if the job requires a specific bachelor's degree field rather than accepting any degree. Partnerships roles tied to a particular industry, such as SaaS, media, or fintech, often have clear degree requirements in business, marketing, or communications that satisfy the specialty occupation standard. Your employer's immigration attorney will make the final determination based on the actual job duties and requirements.