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Project Coordinator roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, operations, or related fields. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months for STEM-adjacent roles, gives you real runway to prove yourself and secure long-term sponsorship.
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To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Under the direction of the Ambulatory Manager, responsible for designated Program activities which includes determining program eligibility, patient enrollment, system maintenance, interface and coordination of Program Team activities to meet the established goals. This includes pre-screening women for enrollment eligibility, working with all patients, particularly with patients with low literacy levels, entering data into the state database system. Ability to quickly process complex problems, identify key components and develop plan for resolution. Effective interactions with all healthcare team members and the ability to elicit their cooperation required.
Responsibilities:
- Incorporates new initiatives and procedures supported through the Department of Community Health's efforts to improve the health of the community as it relates to chronic disease management issues and improved health care access.
- Develops projects and/or programs related to community based chronic disease management issues and implements and evaluates new initiatives within agreed upon established time frames.
- Under the direction of the Manager, Special Projects and Clinical Support consults and collaborates with community based organizations, case management teams, and other designated staff regarding program and activity planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Consults and collaborates with personnel at collaborating sites regarding administrative and clinical systems or administrative projects or concerns. Assists in analyzing the outcomes and results and prepares reports as required.
- As a health educator, performs health training assessments, design and develop successful programs, publish materials, papers and grant proposals; plan health fairs and events.
- Prepares, analyzes, facilitates, and distributes statistical reports to leadership and collaborating partners.
- Works with appropriate entities to ensure that systems/safety net programs for under/uninsured, i.e., Medicaid Managed Care, sliding scales, etc. are in place.
- Ability to address community health issues especially multi cultural multi ethnic populations.
- Spearhead the Ecuadorian Health Program: which ties the government of Ecuador and its citizens that reside in the state of CT with reimbursed health care services from the Yale New Haven Health System.
- Serve on department based committees in leadership roles to ensure fluidity of workflow, sustained camaraderie and instruction.
- Maintain Excel sheet of all participants information, including address, phone, appointments scheduled, etc.
- Oversee day to day operations of the program, coordinate appointments, and work with team to ensure all program objectives are met.
- Assist with all Quarterly and Final reports as required by DPH in a timely fashion.
- Meets all performance indicators set forth by the Department of Public Health.
- All other duties or special projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelors degree required with Master Degree in public health preferred.
Experience
Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in ambulatory services, community health, including experience in database and program coordination. 1-2 years relevant experience in community health education, outreach, patient navigation and program development helpful.
LICENSURE
None required.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, statistical and computer knowledge. Knowledge of community programs and resources. Familiarity with multicultural populations is essential. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, statistical and computer knowledge management experience, knowledge of community programs and resources. Demonstrated ability in addressing community health and system issues. Must be able to thrive in a fast paced, complex academic medical environment, where the Program Coordinator works as a key, valued member of the multidisciplinary team. Ability to problem-solve.
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Travel required. Must have access to transportation and knowledge of Greater New Haven community.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This is a non-clinical key position which is part of the community navigation team and supports the day to day operations for the CT Breast, Cervical Cardiovascular and Colorectal programs which is a grant funded systemwide program. Supports operations with 3 subcontractors Fair Haven Community Health Center, Cornell Scott Hill Health Center and Greenwich Family Centers program. This position also supports some work in our 7 school based health centers.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Overview:
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Under the direction of the Ambulatory Manager, responsible for designated Program activities which includes determining program eligibility, patient enrollment, system maintenance, interface and coordination of Program Team activities to meet the established goals. This includes pre-screening women for enrollment eligibility, working with all patients, particularly with patients with low literacy levels, entering data into the state database system. Ability to quickly process complex problems, identify key components and develop plan for resolution. Effective interactions with all healthcare team members and the ability to elicit their cooperation required.
Responsibilities:
- Incorporates new initiatives and procedures supported through the Department of Community Health's efforts to improve the health of the community as it relates to chronic disease management issues and improved health care access.
- Develops projects and/or programs related to community based chronic disease management issues and implements and evaluates new initiatives within agreed upon established time frames.
- Under the direction of the Manager, Special Projects and Clinical Support consults and collaborates with community based organizations, case management teams, and other designated staff regarding program and activity planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Consults and collaborates with personnel at collaborating sites regarding administrative and clinical systems or administrative projects or concerns. Assists in analyzing the outcomes and results and prepares reports as required.
- As a health educator, performs health training assessments, design and develop successful programs, publish materials, papers and grant proposals; plan health fairs and events.
- Prepares, analyzes, facilitates, and distributes statistical reports to leadership and collaborating partners.
- Works with appropriate entities to ensure that systems/safety net programs for under/uninsured, i.e., Medicaid Managed Care, sliding scales, etc. are in place.
- Ability to address community health issues especially multi cultural multi ethnic populations.
- Spearhead the Ecuadorian Health Program: which ties the government of Ecuador and its citizens that reside in the state of CT with reimbursed health care services from the Yale New Haven Health System.
- Serve on department based committees in leadership roles to ensure fluidity of workflow, sustained camaraderie and instruction.
- Maintain Excel sheet of all participants information, including address, phone, appointments scheduled, etc.
- Oversee day to day operations of the program, coordinate appointments, and work with team to ensure all program objectives are met.
- Assist with all Quarterly and Final reports as required by DPH in a timely fashion.
- Meets all performance indicators set forth by the Department of Public Health.
- All other duties or special projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelors degree required with Master Degree in public health preferred.
Experience
Three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in ambulatory services, community health, including experience in database and program coordination. 1-2 years relevant experience in community health education, outreach, patient navigation and program development helpful.
LICENSURE
None required.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, statistical and computer knowledge. Knowledge of community programs and resources. Familiarity with multicultural populations is essential. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, statistical and computer knowledge management experience, knowledge of community programs and resources. Demonstrated ability in addressing community health and system issues. Must be able to thrive in a fast paced, complex academic medical environment, where the Program Coordinator works as a key, valued member of the multidisciplinary team. Ability to problem-solve.
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Travel required. Must have access to transportation and knowledge of Greater New Haven community.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This is a non-clinical key position which is part of the community navigation team and supports the day to day operations for the CT Breast, Cervical Cardiovascular and Colorectal programs which is a grant funded systemwide program. Supports operations with 3 subcontractors Fair Haven Community Health Center, Cornell Scott Hill Health Center and Greenwich Family Centers program. This position also supports some work in our 7 school based health centers.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Project Coordinator
Target employers with a history of H-1B sponsorship
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas for Project Coordinators before are far more likely to do it again. Search Migrate Mate to find employers with verified sponsorship track records in project management and operations roles.
Frame your OPT timeline clearly from the start
Tell employers upfront that you have 12 months of OPT authorization, with potential STEM extension if eligible. Clarity removes ambiguity and signals professionalism. Employers who hesitate over visa timelines often just need accurate information.
Pursue a PMP or CAPM certification
A Project Management Professional or Certified Associate in Project Management credential signals serious commitment to the field. It also strengthens your H-1B case by demonstrating your role requires specialized knowledge beyond a generalist skill set.
Build experience with recognized project management tools
Hands-on proficiency in tools like Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project makes you immediately useful to hiring teams. Demonstrable technical skills reinforce that your Project Coordinator role qualifies as a specialty occupation for visa purposes.
Report every job change to your DSO within 10 days
OPT requires that your employment remain related to your degree field. Switching roles or employers without updating your DSO and SEVIS record can jeopardize your status, even if the new role is a better fit.
Ask about sponsorship timelines during the offer stage
H-1B petitions must be filed months before your OPT expires. Raise the sponsorship conversation during offer negotiations, not after you start. Employers who sponsor need lead time, and early alignment prevents last-minute gaps in authorization.
Project Coordinator OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. A Project Coordinator position that requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a specific technical field typically qualifies. Roles where any degree satisfies the requirement, regardless of field, face more scrutiny. Your employer's attorney will assess whether the job description supports the specialty occupation standard.
Can I work as a Project Coordinator on OPT if my degree is in a non-business field?
Yes, as long as the work is directly related to your degree field. A computer science graduate coordinating software development projects, or an engineering graduate managing construction timelines, can justify the connection. Your DSO will need to confirm the role fits your authorized field of study before you begin.
Where can I find Project Coordinator jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers open to visa sponsorship. Most general job boards don't surface sponsorship status clearly, which wastes time on applications that go nowhere. Browsing Migrate Mate lets you focus on companies that have already indicated willingness to work with international candidates.
How does the STEM OPT extension apply to Project Coordinator roles?
STEM OPT extensions require your degree to appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List and your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Project Coordinator roles at technology or engineering firms can qualify if the underlying degree is STEM-designated. Operations, data analytics, or systems-focused PM roles with a STEM degree background are the most straightforward cases.
What happens to my OPT if my Project Coordinator contract ends before I find a new role?
OPT allows up to 90 days of unemployment for standard OPT, and up to 150 days total during STEM extension. If your contract ends, that unemployment clock starts immediately. Notify your DSO, update your SEVIS record, and begin your job search without delay. Exceeding the unemployment limit terminates your OPT authorization.