OPT Program Development Manager Jobs
Program Development Manager jobs on OPT require employers willing to sponsor or extend work authorization, since this role sits at the intersection of project leadership and organizational strategy. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa, making them strong candidates for OPT STEM extension if your degree is in a qualifying field.
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As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
INTRODUCTION
As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you’re provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family – take care of your career and your community!
Meijer Rewards
- Weekly pay
- Scheduling flexibility
- Paid parental leave
- Paid education assistance
- Team member discount
- Development programs for advancement and career growth
Please review the job profile below and apply today!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you seeking to join a thriving organization? Do you possess a fervent dedication to nurturing tomorrow's leaders? We are on the lookout for an exceptional Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager to Join Meijer to support our Northville, MI Store location.
The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care. You will be responsible for driving recognition, feedback and coaching, performance management, training and development, and succession planning. Direct Leads and Team Leaders, while ultimately being accountable for area operations and financials (shrink, productivity, safety, scheduling & forecasting staffing needs, and team member and customer conflict resolution). The Customer Service/Front End Dept Manager will work to identify and implement process improvements as well as serve as a steward of the Meijer culture.
A career at Meijer offers more than just a paycheck. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to support a positive work-life balance, ensuring that you can thrive both personally and professionally:
- Get Paid Weekly
- Medical/Dental/Vision/401K (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- 3 Weeks of Paid Days Off (effective on Start Date - Leaders Only)
- Tuition Free and Reimbursement Education Assistance (effective on Start Date)
- Child and Adult Care Assistance
- Team Member Discount
- ...and Much More!!!
What You’ll be Doing:
- Engages with team members in span of care to ensure they are receiving appropriate onboarding, training and development, and coaching and feedback to be successful in all they do.
- Identifies talent and engages in career discussions to support overall store staffing and ensure a diversified talent pipeline strategy for team member as well as leadership roles.
- Involvement in candid discussions with team members to ensure Meijer standards are upheld and team members have the ability to grow within the organization.
- Accountability for area operations and financial results by overseeing the execution of corporate plans to ensure all services and products are effectively managed in order to maximize sales and productivity ultimately owning budget line items in the P&L.
- Drives safety and compliance throughout the store in addition to overall condition management as well as responsibility for following all compliance procedures in the store.
- Ensures the Team Leaders and Leads are providing guidance and assigning daily work assignments for team members as well as any training needs.
- This job profile is not meant to be all inclusive of the responsibilities of this position; may perform other duties as assigned or required.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 4+ years of retail/grocery or customer service experience.
- Progressive leadership experience preferred.
- A passion to provide industry leading service.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with team members in a way that provides clear and precise direction.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial and statistical information and use that information to make informed decisions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead an organization that practices working safely at all times.
- Demonstrates proactive/creative thinking and applies it to the business.
- A thorough understanding of seasonal and diverse merchandising which leads to meeting the needs of our customers/community and gaining sales and market share.
- A strong business acumen.
- An innovative attitude to help Meijer set the industry standard.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all team members and vendors feel valued and supported.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Program Development Manager
Lead with your program outcomes, not just responsibilities
Hiring managers evaluating OPT candidates want proof of impact. Quantify programs you've built or scaled, budgets managed, and stakeholder outcomes achieved. Concrete results reduce perceived risk and make sponsorship conversations easier to justify internally.
Confirm your degree aligns with the specialty occupation standard
Program Development Manager roles typically require a degree in business, public administration, education, or a related field. Confirming your degree directly matches the job description strengthens your H-1B visa eligibility and makes the employer's petition more defensible.
Start the sponsorship conversation before an offer is extended
Raising OPT and future H-1B sponsorship early signals professionalism and saves time. Ask about the company's sponsorship history during later-stage interviews, framing it as planning ahead rather than placing a burden on the employer.
Target organizations with established immigration infrastructure
Nonprofits, universities, healthcare systems, and large program-driven companies regularly hire international talent and have immigration counsel on retainer. These employers move faster on sponsorship and face fewer internal approval hurdles than smaller organizations without prior experience.
Use your OPT period to demonstrate cross-functional leadership
H-1B petitions for Program Development Managers are stronger when applicants show cross-functional coordination experience. Use your OPT period to lead initiatives spanning multiple teams, departments, or external partners, building a record that directly supports your specialty occupation case.
Track your OPT end date and cap-gap eligibility carefully
If your employer files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires, cap-gap protection keeps you authorized through October 1. Coordinate your H-1B filing timeline with your employer's HR team well before the March registration window opens.
Program Development Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Program Development Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Program Development Manager positions generally qualify as specialty occupations because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as business, education, public administration, or a related discipline. The key is that the job description must demonstrate the degree is a standard requirement for entry into the role, not merely preferred. If the posting lists 'bachelor's preferred,' that language can weaken an H-1B petition, so it's worth reviewing the job description carefully before applying.
Can I work as a Program Development Manager on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes, during your OPT period you're authorized to work without employer sponsorship. Your work authorization comes from your F-1 status and the OPT approval on your EAD card. Sponsorship only becomes necessary when your OPT expires and you need a longer-term visa like the H-1B. If your degree is in a STEM field, you may be eligible for a 24-month OPT extension, giving you up to three years total to find a sponsor.
What types of employers hire Program Development Managers and are likely to sponsor visas?
Nonprofits, universities, hospital systems, and large mission-driven organizations are among the most consistent sponsors for Program Development Manager roles, since program development is core to their operations. Government contractors and international NGOs also regularly hire and sponsor for this title. You can browse Program Development Manager roles with sponsorship-friendly employers on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for companies open to OPT and H-1B candidates.
How does STEM OPT extension apply to Program Development Manager jobs?
STEM OPT extension is available if your degree is in a qualifying STEM field, such as data science, engineering, or certain technology-focused management programs. A Program Development Manager role itself doesn't automatically qualify for the extension. What matters is whether your underlying degree is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. If it is, your employer must also enroll in E-Verify and submit a formal training plan with your DSO before the extension is approved.
What should I do if my OPT expires before my employer can file an H-1B petition?
If your OPT expires before the April H-1B filing window, you'll lose work authorization unless another option is available. Some employers can pursue O-1 visas for candidates with demonstrated program leadership achievements. Others may sponsor L-1 visa transfers if you have prior work with an affiliated international office. In limited cases, returning to school to maintain F-1 status while waiting for the next H-1B cycle is an option. Consulting an immigration attorney as early as possible gives you the most choices.