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Professional Services Consultant roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, information systems, or management. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship, and consulting firms actively hire OPT candidates who can transition to long-term work authorization after placement.
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Job Number #173292 - West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Hill’s Pet Nutrition is a Colgate Palmolive Company Subsidiary which employs over 200 veterinarians, Ph.D. nutritionists, and food scientists globally, working every day to develop products that help pets live long, healthy, and full lives. Our vision is to make nutrition a cornerstone of veterinary medicine, and our mission is to enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets.
As a Hill’s Professional Consulting Veterinarian (PCV), you'll have a career that blends clinical expertise with your passion for educating, public speaking, attending industry events, and collaborating on high-performing teams. This is your opportunity to represent Hill’s, a trusted scientific leader, while making a lasting impact on pets, pet owners, and the veterinary profession.
If you thrive on dynamic teamwork, love sharing your expertise, and excel in engaging diverse audiences, we invite you to explore this rewarding opportunity. To be considered, the candidate must be located or willing to relocate to West Palm Beach or Ft. Lauderdale (relocation assistance available).
Responsibilities:
- Promote active recommendation and endorsement of Hill’s products.
- Call on specialty hospital customers with appropriate frequency based on tier.
- Build influential partnerships with Key Thought Leaders and specialty hospital teams.
- Deliver impactful educational presentations at veterinary practices, conferences, and group events, engaging audiences and growing Hill’s reputation as a trusted, innovative partner.
- Deliver the technical education of Hill’s Market Area sales teams, through training and field coaching, fostering both foundational nutrition knowledge and Hill's product expertise.
- Mentor and support Territory Managers and other team members, developing their skills and strengthening the organization’s success.
- Collaborate within your Market Area to plan, organize, and execute educational and advocacy initiatives that support Hill’s business growth.
- Represent Hill’s at conferences, meetings, and customer events—expanding your network and championing best-in-class nutrition.
- Actively participate in and contribute to cross-functional project teams, collaborating with marketing, sales, and scientific peers to shape strategies and achieve business goals.
- Enhance the reach and effectiveness of education using digital tools and platforms.
Required Qualifications:
- DVM/VMD (or equivalent), with 4+ years of clinical practice experience.
- Current, active veterinary license in at least one U.S. state.
- Valid driver’s license with no moving violations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Animal health industry or sales experience, business/leadership skills, willingness to relocate for advancement.
- Spanish speaking-bilingual.
- Able to independently manage a demanding, flexible schedule.
- Strong work ethic, growth mindset, and polished professional presence.
- Able to travel overnight 2–3 nights per week on average (varies weekly).
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary Range: $109,600.00 - $155,000.00 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here.
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Job Number #173292 - West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Hill’s Pet Nutrition is a Colgate Palmolive Company Subsidiary which employs over 200 veterinarians, Ph.D. nutritionists, and food scientists globally, working every day to develop products that help pets live long, healthy, and full lives. Our vision is to make nutrition a cornerstone of veterinary medicine, and our mission is to enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets.
As a Hill’s Professional Consulting Veterinarian (PCV), you'll have a career that blends clinical expertise with your passion for educating, public speaking, attending industry events, and collaborating on high-performing teams. This is your opportunity to represent Hill’s, a trusted scientific leader, while making a lasting impact on pets, pet owners, and the veterinary profession.
If you thrive on dynamic teamwork, love sharing your expertise, and excel in engaging diverse audiences, we invite you to explore this rewarding opportunity. To be considered, the candidate must be located or willing to relocate to West Palm Beach or Ft. Lauderdale (relocation assistance available).
Responsibilities:
- Promote active recommendation and endorsement of Hill’s products.
- Call on specialty hospital customers with appropriate frequency based on tier.
- Build influential partnerships with Key Thought Leaders and specialty hospital teams.
- Deliver impactful educational presentations at veterinary practices, conferences, and group events, engaging audiences and growing Hill’s reputation as a trusted, innovative partner.
- Deliver the technical education of Hill’s Market Area sales teams, through training and field coaching, fostering both foundational nutrition knowledge and Hill's product expertise.
- Mentor and support Territory Managers and other team members, developing their skills and strengthening the organization’s success.
- Collaborate within your Market Area to plan, organize, and execute educational and advocacy initiatives that support Hill’s business growth.
- Represent Hill’s at conferences, meetings, and customer events—expanding your network and championing best-in-class nutrition.
- Actively participate in and contribute to cross-functional project teams, collaborating with marketing, sales, and scientific peers to shape strategies and achieve business goals.
- Enhance the reach and effectiveness of education using digital tools and platforms.
Required Qualifications:
- DVM/VMD (or equivalent), with 4+ years of clinical practice experience.
- Current, active veterinary license in at least one U.S. state.
- Valid driver’s license with no moving violations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Animal health industry or sales experience, business/leadership skills, willingness to relocate for advancement.
- Spanish speaking-bilingual.
- Able to independently manage a demanding, flexible schedule.
- Strong work ethic, growth mindset, and polished professional presence.
- Able to travel overnight 2–3 nights per week on average (varies weekly).
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary Range: $109,600.00 - $155,000.00 USD
Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
For additional Colgate terms and conditions, please click here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Professional Services Consultant
Target firms with established OPT hiring pipelines
Large consulting firms like Deloitte, Accenture, and Cognizant have structured OPT hiring programs. They understand STEM OPT extensions and H-1B visa sponsorship timelines, making them more predictable partners than smaller boutique firms without immigration infrastructure.
Align your degree field to the consulting practice area
USCIS evaluates whether your degree directly supports the role. A business analyst consulting in supply chain carries stronger specialty occupation standing than a generalist placement. Match your academic background to a specific practice area in your application materials.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship policy before accepting an offer
Some firms hire OPT workers but do not sponsor H-1B petitions after OPT expires. Ask HR directly during final-round interviews whether they have sponsored H-1B visas in the past two years and what that process looks like.
Prioritize client-facing roles with documented project deliverables
Professional Services Consultant positions with defined technical responsibilities, deliverables, and client billing codes are easier to support in an H-1B petition. Roles described only as generalist support carry more risk when USCIS reviews specialty occupation eligibility.
Track your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility early
Standard OPT lasts 12 months. STEM-eligible graduates can apply for a 24-month extension, but your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm E-Verify status before your OPT start date so you have time to plan your extension filing.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly consulting roles
Migrate Mate surfaces Professional Services Consultant jobs from employers with active visa sponsorship histories. Filtering by sponsorship track record saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations after interviews.
Professional Services Consultant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Professional Services Consultant jobs qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B sponsorship?
Most do, but the specific job description matters. USCIS looks for roles requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field, such as information systems, business administration, or management. Generic consulting titles with vague duties face more scrutiny. Roles tied to a defined practice area, such as ERP implementation or IT service delivery, have a stronger specialty occupation record.
Can I work as a Professional Services Consultant on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes. During your OPT period, you're authorized to work for any employer in a role related to your degree without needing the employer to file anything on your behalf. Sponsorship only becomes relevant if you want to stay beyond OPT. That said, it's worth identifying employers willing to sponsor early, since H-1B cap registration opens in March each year.
What degrees support a Professional Services Consultant OPT application?
Business administration, management information systems, computer science, industrial engineering, and supply chain management are the most common qualifying degree fields. The connection between your degree and the consulting role needs to be clear in how the position is described. A degree in a loosely related field, such as communications, may not satisfy the specialty occupation threshold if the role requires technical depth.
Are consulting firms generally willing to sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Larger firms with dedicated immigration teams, including major IT and management consulting companies, have well-established H-1B sponsorship programs. Smaller firms vary significantly. The best way to assess a firm's track record is to ask directly during the hiring process and check how many H-1B petitions they have filed recently. Migrate Mate filters for employers with verified sponsorship histories, which makes this research faster.
Does consulting on a client site affect my OPT authorization?
No. OPT authorizes you to work for your direct employer regardless of where the work is performed, including at a client's location. The key requirement is that your employer of record, the firm paying your salary and issuing your W-2, is the entity listed on your EAD. Third-party staffing arrangements where the billing employer differs from your visa-sponsoring employer can create complications for future H-1B petitions and should be reviewed carefully.