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Project Program Manager roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, engineering, or computer science. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, supporting H-1B visa sponsorship after OPT. Your 12-month standard OPT window, or 24-month STEM extension if eligible, gives you real runway to land and prove yourself in this 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 Project Program Manager
Target employers with active H-1B sponsorship history
Large technology firms, consulting companies, and healthcare systems file H-1B visa petitions for Program Managers regularly. Prioritize employers with a documented pattern of sponsoring this role, not just those who say they're open to it.
Highlight your STEM OPT extension eligibility upfront
If your degree is in computer science, engineering, or information systems, you qualify for a 24-month STEM extension. Framing this in applications gives employers 36 total months before H-1B sponsorship becomes urgent, reducing their perceived risk.
Position your degree as directly tied to the role
Project Program Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations when a specific bachelor's degree field is required. Explicitly connect your degree to your PM work in your resume and interviews to support a future H-1B petition.
Pursue PMP or Agile certifications before applying
The PMP certification and Scrum Master credentials signal professional seriousness and reduce employer hesitation about OPT status. Certified candidates are easier to justify sponsoring because the professional qualification strengthens the specialty occupation argument.
Report your employment in SEVP on time
You must report your Program Manager job to your DSO within 10 days of starting. Failing to update your SEVIS record can jeopardize your OPT authorization, so confirm your employer name, address, and start date are accurate before your first day.
Negotiate an explicit conversation about H-1B sponsorship
Raise H-1B sponsorship before accepting an offer, not after. Ask directly whether the company has sponsored Program Managers before and what their internal process looks like. A vague answer now saves disappointment during the lottery season.
Project Program Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Program Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the role is defined. Project Program Manager positions that require a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as engineering, computer science, or business administration, generally qualify as specialty occupations. Roles where any unrelated degree is accepted carry more risk. The strength of your petition depends heavily on the job description your employer uses.
Can I work as a Project Program Manager on OPT without my employer filing any paperwork?
Yes. OPT work authorization is tied to your F-1 status and your EAD card, not to your employer. Your employer does not need to file a petition or pay government fees to hire you on OPT. However, your DSO must update your SEVIS record within 10 days of your start date, and your job must be directly related to your degree field.
Where can I find Project Program Manager jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters roles by visa sponsorship status. Searching Migrate Mate for Project Program Manager positions surfaces employers who have sponsored international candidates before, which is a practical signal of sponsorship willingness rather than just stated openness in a job posting.
What happens to my OPT if my Project Program Manager contract ends between projects?
OPT allows up to 90 days of unemployment, or 150 days if you're on a STEM extension. If your contract ends and you're between engagements, those days count against your unemployment limit. Consulting and contract PM roles carry this risk, so tracking your cumulative unemployment days is important. Secure a new position or an extension before hitting the cap.
Does consulting or contract Project Program Manager work count toward OPT employment?
Yes, consulting and contract work qualifies as valid OPT employment as long as the work is related to your degree. You do not need a traditional full-time employee arrangement. Self-employment may also qualify if you can demonstrate the work relates directly to your field of study, though you should confirm the structure with your DSO before proceeding.