OPT Product Consultant Jobs
Product Consultant jobs on OPT sit at the intersection of business strategy and technical fluency, making them a strong fit for F-1 students with degrees in business, engineering, or information systems. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship, giving you a clear path beyond your OPT period.
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Location
Charlotte, North Carolina
Alternative Location(s)
Posting Location: New York, New York
Posting Location: St Louis, Missouri
* Posting Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Working Schedule
Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Relocation Assistance Available
No
Posted Date
09-Apr-2026
Job ID
16189
Description and Requirements
The Opportunity
The Product Consultant II will be an individual contributor focused on inforce management of our Universal Life & Variable Universal Life policies. Working with internal and external partners, the Product Consultant II will respond to customer inquiries and provide support for various product initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in the following activities:
- Respond to customer inquiries & complaints for UL & VUL product line
- Support the implementation of Defects & Enhancements – write requirements, execute testing
- Support product changes – crediting rate updates, regulatory changes, funds expansion, etc.
- Execute manual workarounds
- Support inforce illustrations, as needed
Required Qualifications
- 3-5 years of life product experience
- Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent formal training
- Strong analytical skills – math / actuarial background a plus
- Familiar with administrative systems processes, methodologies and testing tools.
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Action oriented, has a sense of urgency and accountability
- Ability to make sound business judgments within authority and/or escalate issues as applicable.
Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.
The expected salary range for this position is $64,800 - $90,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”). If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
General Information
Location
Charlotte, North Carolina
Alternative Location(s)
Posting Location: New York, New York
Posting Location: St Louis, Missouri
* Posting Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Working Schedule
Full-Time
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Relocation Assistance Available
No
Posted Date
09-Apr-2026
Job ID
16189
Description and Requirements
The Opportunity
The Product Consultant II will be an individual contributor focused on inforce management of our Universal Life & Variable Universal Life policies. Working with internal and external partners, the Product Consultant II will respond to customer inquiries and provide support for various product initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in the following activities:
- Respond to customer inquiries & complaints for UL & VUL product line
- Support the implementation of Defects & Enhancements – write requirements, execute testing
- Support product changes – crediting rate updates, regulatory changes, funds expansion, etc.
- Execute manual workarounds
- Support inforce illustrations, as needed
Required Qualifications
- 3-5 years of life product experience
- Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent formal training
- Strong analytical skills – math / actuarial background a plus
- Familiar with administrative systems processes, methodologies and testing tools.
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Action oriented, has a sense of urgency and accountability
- Ability to make sound business judgments within authority and/or escalate issues as applicable.
Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.
The expected salary range for this position is $64,800 - $90,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”). If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Product Consultant
Target consulting firms with established H-1B track records
Large consulting firms file H-1B visa petitions at scale and have dedicated immigration teams. Prioritize employers with consistent sponsorship histories over startups that may be sponsoring for the first time, where internal processes are less established.
Frame your degree field as central to the role
Product Consultant roles qualify as specialty occupations when the job requires a specific degree field. In your resume and interviews, draw a direct line between your major and the consulting work, not just your general skills or experience.
Apply before your OPT clock creates urgency
Employers take longer to evaluate sponsorship candidates than standard hires. Start applying at least four months before your OPT ends so hiring managers have time to get legal sign-off before your authorization window closes.
Ask about sponsorship policy before the final interview round
Bring up sponsorship after a recruiter shows genuine interest, not in your first message. Ask whether the company has sponsored Product Consultant roles before, which signals you understand the process and reduces perceived risk for the employer.
STEM OPT extension gives you a 24-month buffer if your role qualifies
If your degree is in a STEM field and your Product Consultant role involves technical work, you may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension. Confirm your employer is E-Verify enrolled early, as that is a hard requirement for STEM OPT.
Build a specialization that makes sponsorship feel lower risk
Employers weigh sponsorship costs against candidate value. Developing a niche in enterprise software, healthcare systems, or financial technology makes you harder to replace with a local hire and strengthens the business case for sponsoring you.
Product Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Product Consultant jobs typically qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes. Product Consultant roles generally qualify for OPT because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a related field such as business, computer science, or engineering. Your OPT work must be directly related to your degree program, so confirm the role connects to your field of study before accepting an offer.
Can I work as a Product Consultant on a STEM OPT extension?
You can if your degree is in a STEM-designated field and the role involves substantive technical work, such as software implementation, data analysis, or systems integration. The employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you must file Form I-983 to document the training relationship. Not all Product Consultant roles qualify, so review the job description carefully against your degree field.
How do I find Product Consultant employers who sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Product Consultant jobs filtered by employers with H-1B sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on companies that have sponsored similar roles before. Sponsorship willingness varies significantly by employer size and industry, and large enterprise software and management consulting firms tend to sponsor at higher rates than smaller boutique consultancies.
What counts as a valid OPT job for a Product Consultant role?
Your position must directly relate to your degree field and qualify as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific discipline. A Product Consultant role at a technology company for a computer science graduate is a clean match. A vague generalist role where any degree suffices may not satisfy the degree-relatedness requirement your designated school official needs to authorize.
Does contractor or consulting firm employment count for OPT purposes?
Yes, but with an important caveat. OPT allows self-employment and third-party placement arrangements, so working through a consulting firm that places you at a client site is permissible. However, your actual work must still relate to your degree, and you must be able to document the employer-employee relationship. STEM OPT adds stricter requirements around the training plan and supervision structure.