OPT Sales Agent Jobs
Sales Agent jobs on OPT are more available than many F-1 students expect. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations when tied to a business development or marketing degree. Your 12-month OPT window (or 24-month STEM extension if eligible) gives employers a real runway to assess fit before committing to H-1B visa sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsPay Rate: $16.25/hour
Unlimited Commission - Average FT Earnings is $22,000/year
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We’re hiring immediately! Do you enjoy helping customers feel confident in their choices while earning commission for great service? If you’re motivated, personable, and take pride in recommending solutions that truly improve a customer’s experience, join the Avis Budget Group team at our airport rental counters.
In this role, you’ll work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where your sales skills and service mindset directly impact both customer satisfaction and your earning potential.
What You’ll Do:
You will be responsible for renting vehicles and promoting our products and services at our airport rental counters. This includes processing rental contracts, actively listening to customer needs, and recommending products and services that enhance their travel experience. You’ll use a consultative approach to upselling while delivering professional, friendly service that builds trust and customer loyalty.
Perks You’ll Get:
- Bi-weekly hourly wage plus commission/incentive/bonus plan with unlimited earning potential (New York and Puerto Rico: weekly wage)
- On-the-job training to enhance your professional sales skills
- Employee discounts, including discounted car rental and discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
The above perks may vary based on full-time/part-time status and location.
What We’re Looking For:
- Effective verbal communication skills
- Valid Driver’s License
- Basic computer skills (typing, data entry)
- Professional, engaging, and customer-focused personality
- Comfort with recommending products and services based on customer needs
- Flexibility to work all shifts
- Must be able to sit, stand, and type for prolonged periods
- Must be 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
- This position requires regular, on-site presence and cannot be performed remotely
- 6 months of real estate, retail, or consultative sales experience in a fast-paced environment is a bonus
Who We Are:
Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we’re moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions.
We believe great service starts with people who care. Our culture is performance-driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards.
We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.
Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.
This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.
About Avis Budget Group:
Avis Budget Group is a leading provider of mobility options, with brands including Avis, Budget & Budget Truck and Zipcar. With more than 70 years of experience and 11,000 locations in 180 countries, we are shaping the future of our industry and want you to join us in our mission. Apply today to get connected to an exciting career, a supportive family of employees and a world of opportunities within our growing enterprise.
Pay Rate: $16.25/hour
Unlimited Commission - Average FT Earnings is $22,000/year
Shift Premium may Apply
We’re hiring immediately! Do you enjoy helping customers feel confident in their choices while earning commission for great service? If you’re motivated, personable, and take pride in recommending solutions that truly improve a customer’s experience, join the Avis Budget Group team at our airport rental counters.
In this role, you’ll work in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where your sales skills and service mindset directly impact both customer satisfaction and your earning potential.
What You’ll Do:
You will be responsible for renting vehicles and promoting our products and services at our airport rental counters. This includes processing rental contracts, actively listening to customer needs, and recommending products and services that enhance their travel experience. You’ll use a consultative approach to upselling while delivering professional, friendly service that builds trust and customer loyalty.
Perks You’ll Get:
- Bi-weekly hourly wage plus commission/incentive/bonus plan with unlimited earning potential (New York and Puerto Rico: weekly wage)
- On-the-job training to enhance your professional sales skills
- Employee discounts, including discounted car rental and discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars
The above perks may vary based on full-time/part-time status and location.
What We’re Looking For:
- Effective verbal communication skills
- Valid Driver’s License
- Basic computer skills (typing, data entry)
- Professional, engaging, and customer-focused personality
- Comfort with recommending products and services based on customer needs
- Flexibility to work all shifts
- Must be able to sit, stand, and type for prolonged periods
- Must be 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
- This position requires regular, on-site presence and cannot be performed remotely
- 6 months of real estate, retail, or consultative sales experience in a fast-paced environment is a bonus
Who We Are:
Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we’re moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions.
We believe great service starts with people who care. Our culture is performance-driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards.
We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate.
Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.
This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.
About Avis Budget Group:
Avis Budget Group is a leading provider of mobility options, with brands including Avis, Budget & Budget Truck and Zipcar. With more than 70 years of experience and 11,000 locations in 180 countries, we are shaping the future of our industry and want you to join us in our mission. Apply today to get connected to an exciting career, a supportive family of employees and a world of opportunities within our growing enterprise.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Sales Agent
Target B2B sales roles over pure commission positions
B2B sales roles at mid-size and enterprise companies are more likely to qualify as specialty occupations under OPT rules. Pure commission or door-to-door sales positions rarely meet the degree-requirement threshold that supports work authorization.
Lead with your OPT authorization window upfront
Tell recruiters early that you have 12 months of OPT authorization and, if STEM-eligible, a potential 24-month extension. This reframes the conversation from 'visa risk' to 'time to evaluate fit before any sponsorship decision is required.'
Connect your degree field directly to the sales role
OPT authorization ties to your field of study. A business, marketing, or communications degree maps cleanly to sales roles. Be specific in applications about how your coursework relates to client acquisition, account management, or revenue strategy.
Prioritize companies with an active H-1B sponsorship history
Some employers have sponsored H-1B visas for sales and business development roles before. Targeting those companies significantly improves your odds of sponsorship after OPT. Past sponsorship behavior is the strongest signal of future willingness.
Quantify your sales results from internships or prior roles
Hiring managers in sales respond to numbers. Include specific metrics from internships or campus roles such as leads generated, pipeline value, or conversion rates. Concrete results reduce perceived risk and make you a stronger candidate despite visa requirements.
Raise the STEM OPT extension early with STEM-eligible degrees
If your degree qualifies for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, mention it in interviews. Business analytics, information systems, and marketing analytics degrees often qualify. Three years of authorized work authorization substantially improves your sponsorship case.
Sales Agent OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Sales Agent on OPT?
Yes, Sales Agent roles can qualify under OPT as long as the position relates to your field of study and requires at least a bachelor's degree. Roles in B2B sales, account management, or business development with a business or marketing degree are the strongest fit. Purely commission-based or general retail sales positions are harder to justify as specialty occupations.
Do Sales Agent employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Sponsorship varies significantly by employer type. Enterprise software companies, financial services firms, and large staffing organizations have sponsored H-1B visas for sales and business development roles. Smaller companies or those in retail sales rarely do. Migrate Mate filters jobs by sponsorship history, which makes it easier to focus your search on employers who have sponsored before.
Does my degree field affect whether my Sales Agent job qualifies for OPT?
Yes. OPT requires that your job be directly related to your major. Business administration, marketing, finance, communications, and business analytics degrees all map well to sales roles. If your degree is in an unrelated field, you'll need to document how the role connects to your coursework, which can be harder to justify to your Designated School Official.
Can I work on a commission-only basis as a Sales Agent on OPT?
Commission-only arrangements are risky on OPT. USCIS requires that OPT employment be directly related to your degree field and constitute qualifying work authorization. Commission-only roles can raise questions about whether the position meets the specialty occupation standard. Salaried or base-plus-commission structures with a formal employer relationship are far safer for maintaining valid OPT status.
How do I find Sales Agent jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Most general job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship willingness, which wastes time on applications that go nowhere. Migrate Mate is built specifically for OPT and visa-sponsored roles, so you can browse Sales Agent positions from employers who have demonstrated willingness to hire international candidates and support work authorization throughout your OPT period and beyond.