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Project Management Specialist roles are consistently among the most OPT-friendly positions in the U.S. job market. Employers across tech, healthcare, and consulting actively hire on OPT, and the role's direct tie to business and management degree fields makes it straightforward to demonstrate the degree-to-job match USCIS requires.
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Get Access To All JobsPRIMARY LOCATION
Exploration Avenue
DEPARTMENT
Biostatistics & Epidemiology
SHIFT
Day (United States of America)
SCHEDULE
Full time
WEEKLY HOURS
40
FTE
1
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Regular
EXPECTED STARTING PAY RANGE
$63,086.40 - $80,558.40
Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Management Coordination:
- Coordinate assigned projects including collaborating on project plans, budgets, and resource requirements.
- Identify and use appropriate project management tools and concepts (charters, scope management, budget management, risk/issue management, communications management).
- Develop and execute work plans.
- Set priorities for tasks based on importance and urgency.
- Track progress and prepare internal reports.
- Prepare documents to support project management and reporting.
- Prepare and distribute project communication to internal and external clients.
- Identify people, process and infrastructure needs and act as liaison to ensure appropriate systems and reporting are maintained in support of project requirements.
- Create work products and project deliverables, both independently and under direction of team members.
- Understand and meet expectations for deliverable quality and timeliness.
Project Management Leadership:
- Engage clients and stakeholders, negotiate project scope as needed, and communicate with client throughout the project.
- Identify resources needed, such as information, expertise, personnel, and instruments and problem-solve gaps.
- Lead project teams and direct work of others while assuming final responsibility for the result.
Data Analysis/Reporting:
- Perform primary and secondary data collection (e.g., literature reviews), summarize findings, draw appropriate conclusions, and effectively communicate results to team.
- Coordinate collection of data.
- Conduct/support qualitative and quantitative analysis of project data.
- Support and execute regulatory/reporting activities related to projects (e.g., IRB, updates/reports to funding agencies, etc.).
Communication & Relationship Management:
- Manage communication to and relationships with key project stakeholders.
- Compose, edit, and deliver written and verbal communications.
- Facilitate small group discussions.
- Keep team members appropriately informed.
Strategic Planning:
- Strategize with project, program and department leadership to develop plans to advance objectives.
- Work in collaboration to establish goals and objectives, prioritize key objectives and work with the team to meet the goals and objectives.
- Strategize and recommend infrastructure necessary to execute selected projects & processes.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field
4+ years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
PRIMARY LOCATION
Exploration Avenue
DEPARTMENT
Biostatistics & Epidemiology
SHIFT
Day (United States of America)
SCHEDULE
Full time
WEEKLY HOURS
40
FTE
1
EMPLOYEE STATUS
Regular
EXPECTED STARTING PAY RANGE
$63,086.40 - $80,558.40
Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Management Coordination:
- Coordinate assigned projects including collaborating on project plans, budgets, and resource requirements.
- Identify and use appropriate project management tools and concepts (charters, scope management, budget management, risk/issue management, communications management).
- Develop and execute work plans.
- Set priorities for tasks based on importance and urgency.
- Track progress and prepare internal reports.
- Prepare documents to support project management and reporting.
- Prepare and distribute project communication to internal and external clients.
- Identify people, process and infrastructure needs and act as liaison to ensure appropriate systems and reporting are maintained in support of project requirements.
- Create work products and project deliverables, both independently and under direction of team members.
- Understand and meet expectations for deliverable quality and timeliness.
Project Management Leadership:
- Engage clients and stakeholders, negotiate project scope as needed, and communicate with client throughout the project.
- Identify resources needed, such as information, expertise, personnel, and instruments and problem-solve gaps.
- Lead project teams and direct work of others while assuming final responsibility for the result.
Data Analysis/Reporting:
- Perform primary and secondary data collection (e.g., literature reviews), summarize findings, draw appropriate conclusions, and effectively communicate results to team.
- Coordinate collection of data.
- Conduct/support qualitative and quantitative analysis of project data.
- Support and execute regulatory/reporting activities related to projects (e.g., IRB, updates/reports to funding agencies, etc.).
Communication & Relationship Management:
- Manage communication to and relationships with key project stakeholders.
- Compose, edit, and deliver written and verbal communications.
- Facilitate small group discussions.
- Keep team members appropriately informed.
Strategic Planning:
- Strategize with project, program and department leadership to develop plans to advance objectives.
- Work in collaboration to establish goals and objectives, prioritize key objectives and work with the team to meet the goals and objectives.
- Strategize and recommend infrastructure necessary to execute selected projects & processes.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field
4+ years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Project Management Specialist
Lead with your OPT authorization upfront
State your work authorization clearly in applications and early conversations. Most hiring managers aren't immigration experts, so framing OPT as 'authorized to work immediately, no sponsorship required now' removes the friction that causes early-stage rejections.
Highlight cross-functional coordination experience
Project Management Specialist roles require managing stakeholders across departments. Document specific examples where you led timelines, resolved blockers, or coordinated between engineering and business teams. Concrete outcomes matter far more than certifications alone.
Pursue PMP or CAPM certification strategically
The CAPM requires no work experience and signals commitment to the profession. Employers sponsoring H-1B visa later often prefer candidates already invested in credentials. Starting during OPT strengthens both your job search and your eventual visa petition.
Target industries with high OPT hiring rates
Technology, consulting, healthcare systems, and financial services firms hire Project Management Specialists on OPT at disproportionately high rates. Mid-size companies in these sectors often move faster on offers and are more comfortable navigating OPT paperwork than smaller firms.
Connect your degree field explicitly to the role
USCIS requires that your OPT employment relate to your degree. If you studied business, MIS, or engineering, make that connection explicit in your resume and cover letter. Vague applications invite questions you don't want surfacing later.
Start your STEM OPT extension application early if eligible
If your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension, file at least 90 days before your current OPT expires. This gives employers a 24-month runway beyond your initial authorization, which meaningfully increases willingness to invest in hiring and training you.
Project Management Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Management Specialist role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, if your degree is directly related to the position. A business administration, management information systems, industrial engineering, or operations management degree connects clearly to this role. The key is that your employer's job description and your actual duties reflect the field your degree is in. USCIS looks at the relationship between your coursework and your responsibilities, not just the job title.
Can a Project Management Specialist job qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title itself. If you hold a degree in a STEM-designated field, such as management information systems, industrial engineering, or computer science, and the employer is E-Verify enrolled, the role can qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Project management roles at tech companies frequently meet these criteria. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
How do I find Project Management Specialist jobs that are open to OPT students?
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Do employers need to file anything with USCIS to hire me on OPT as a Project Management Specialist?
No. OPT is student-authorized, not employer-sponsored. Your employer doesn't file a petition or pay any government fees. You work on the EAD card USCIS issued you, and your employer simply reports your start date to your DSO. This is one of OPT's biggest advantages: the hiring process looks nearly identical to hiring a U.S. citizen from the employer's side.
What happens to my OPT status if my Project Management Specialist role ends before my EAD expires?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new qualifying position, transfer to a different visa status, or prepare to depart the U.S. During this window, you cannot work. If you secure a new role, your DSO updates your SEVIS record. Starting your job search immediately when you sense instability is important, since 60 days moves faster than most people expect.