OPT Project Coordinator Jobs
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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Project Coordinator
Location:
Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Knoxville, TN, Palo Alto, CA, Washington, D.C.
Job Summary and Description:
The Project Coordinator will support multiple R&D projects and/or technical programs which includes the following key focus areas:
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides project technical support for project planning, resourcing, execution, and reporting activities for multiple projects and programs, under the direction of a program manager or research area manager.
- Facilitates with the creation and maintenance of cost planning with technical teams by entering planned costs for their projects, maintains accuracy and accounts for changes in work scope.
- Coordinates and disseminates project information to support communications to project stakeholders and monitoring/reporting on the achievement of project activities on behalf of the project managers.
- Monitors project results (deliverables, schedule, and cost) and informs project/program/area manager of progress toward program/project requirements. Ensures that time-sensitive deadlines and deliverables are communicated, understood, executed and prioritized appropriately.
- Coordinates with Finance groups on periodic internal program status reports to Sector Management.
- Supports the technical staff in the purchase of goods and services.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- At least 4 years of experience working with projects.
- Clearly communicates internally or externally the status of a project.
- Demonstrates ability to work with peers.
- Demonstrates ability to present information for internal or external communications.
- Demonstrates organization skills.
- Demonstrates ability to identify and analyze issues, and prioritize individual work tasks.
Education:
Bachelors Degree in a technical or business field or equivalent experience required.
The salary range for this position is $75,000 USD to $90,000 USD annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including without limitation applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.
This role is eligible to participate in EPRI’s annual incentive program. The amount of incentive varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan.
This role is eligible to participate in EPRI’s standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, STD/LTD and paid family leave, life and accident insurance, paid time off (flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay).
EPRI participates in E-Verify, an online system operated jointly by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration (SSA). EPRI uses the system to check the work status of new hires by comparing information from the employee's I-9 form against SSA and Department of Homeland Security databases.
EPRI is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/Disabled
Together . . . Shaping the Future of Energy.
Job Title:
Project Coordinator
Location:
Charlotte, NC, Dallas, TX, Knoxville, TN, Palo Alto, CA, Washington, D.C.
Job Summary and Description:
The Project Coordinator will support multiple R&D projects and/or technical programs which includes the following key focus areas:
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides project technical support for project planning, resourcing, execution, and reporting activities for multiple projects and programs, under the direction of a program manager or research area manager.
- Facilitates with the creation and maintenance of cost planning with technical teams by entering planned costs for their projects, maintains accuracy and accounts for changes in work scope.
- Coordinates and disseminates project information to support communications to project stakeholders and monitoring/reporting on the achievement of project activities on behalf of the project managers.
- Monitors project results (deliverables, schedule, and cost) and informs project/program/area manager of progress toward program/project requirements. Ensures that time-sensitive deadlines and deliverables are communicated, understood, executed and prioritized appropriately.
- Coordinates with Finance groups on periodic internal program status reports to Sector Management.
- Supports the technical staff in the purchase of goods and services.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- At least 4 years of experience working with projects.
- Clearly communicates internally or externally the status of a project.
- Demonstrates ability to work with peers.
- Demonstrates ability to present information for internal or external communications.
- Demonstrates organization skills.
- Demonstrates ability to identify and analyze issues, and prioritize individual work tasks.
Education:
Bachelors Degree in a technical or business field or equivalent experience required.
The salary range for this position is $75,000 USD to $90,000 USD annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including without limitation applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.
This role is eligible to participate in EPRI’s annual incentive program. The amount of incentive varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan.
This role is eligible to participate in EPRI’s standard employee benefit programs, which currently include the following: medical, dental, vision, 401k, STD/LTD and paid family leave, life and accident insurance, paid time off (flexible vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay).
EPRI participates in E-Verify, an online system operated jointly by the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration (SSA). EPRI uses the system to check the work status of new hires by comparing information from the employee's I-9 form against SSA and Department of Homeland Security databases.
EPRI is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/Disabled
Together . . . Shaping the Future of Energy.
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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.