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Sales Assistant jobs on OPT are widely available across retail, wholesale, and B2B settings, and many employers are comfortable with F-1 OPT work authorization. Your 12-month OPT window starts the day your EAD card is valid, so lining up a role before your program ends is critical to avoiding gaps.
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American Panel Corporation is a growing local manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment. We are seeking an individual to provide administrative support for our internal sales team. If you are looking to join a winning team American Panel Corporation is a great place to grow your career.
Summary: Responsible to assist inside sales associates with daily administrative tasks which includes providing quotations and product information to customers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Answers incoming sales calls as assigned, acts as an information center for sales associates
- Prepare quotation(s) for project based upon the receipt of data
- Submit request to drafting department for proposal drawings, review drawings for accuracy prior to sending to customer
- Generate change orders and related correspondence to customers
- Provide coverage to manager sales associates territory when associate is absent
- Prepare and maintain project tracking to include complete project cost
- Analyze details plans to include written specification to gain understanding of project
- Data Entry
Qualifications
- Experience in sales or customer service is preferred
- Great communication skills
- Strong math skills
- Must be attentive to associates needs to provide customer satisfaction
- Ability to organize, prioritize, multitask, be flexible to and assist with meeting deadlines
- Basic computer skills including spreadsheets, and data programs
- Work well with others and be a team player
- Must be adaptable to changes in the workplace and workflow
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and able to drive to Co. sanctioned events
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCES
- Associate Degree
- Six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Pay: $43,000 - $45,000 annually
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance and more
- Paid Vacation
- Tuition Reimbursement
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $43,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Sales Assistant
American Panel Corporation is a growing local manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment. We are seeking an individual to provide administrative support for our internal sales team. If you are looking to join a winning team American Panel Corporation is a great place to grow your career.
Summary: Responsible to assist inside sales associates with daily administrative tasks which includes providing quotations and product information to customers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Answers incoming sales calls as assigned, acts as an information center for sales associates
- Prepare quotation(s) for project based upon the receipt of data
- Submit request to drafting department for proposal drawings, review drawings for accuracy prior to sending to customer
- Generate change orders and related correspondence to customers
- Provide coverage to manager sales associates territory when associate is absent
- Prepare and maintain project tracking to include complete project cost
- Analyze details plans to include written specification to gain understanding of project
- Data Entry
Qualifications
- Experience in sales or customer service is preferred
- Great communication skills
- Strong math skills
- Must be attentive to associates needs to provide customer satisfaction
- Ability to organize, prioritize, multitask, be flexible to and assist with meeting deadlines
- Basic computer skills including spreadsheets, and data programs
- Work well with others and be a team player
- Must be adaptable to changes in the workplace and workflow
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and able to drive to Co. sanctioned events
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCES
- Associate Degree
- Six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Pay: $43,000 - $45,000 annually
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance and more
- Paid Vacation
- Tuition Reimbursement
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $43,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Sales Assistant
Lead with your EAD, not your visa status
When applying, state that you have an Employment Authorization Document and are authorized to work in the U.S. Most sales hiring managers aren't immigration experts, and leading with your EAD keeps the conversation simple and removes unnecessary friction.
Target companies with prior OPT or H-1B hiring history
Employers who have hired international students before are far less likely to hesitate over work authorization. Filtering for companies with a track record of sponsoring or accepting OPT workers significantly improves your chances of moving past the first screening call.
Apply well before your OPT start date
Sales roles can move fast from interview to offer. Start applying 60 to 90 days before your EAD becomes valid so you can begin work on day one and avoid burning through authorized days before you're actually earning.
Tie your degree to the sales role explicitly
STEM OPT extension eligibility aside, connecting your business, marketing, or communications degree to the sales function strengthens your application narrative. Hiring managers feel more confident when the academic background clearly supports the day-to-day responsibilities of the position.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship early but tactfully
Bring up sponsorship after you've demonstrated clear value, ideally after a second interview or when an offer is being discussed. Framing it as a long-term commitment question rather than an immediate demand keeps the conversation productive and signals you're thinking about tenure.
Use your network to reach hiring managers directly
Sales teams care about referrals and relationships, which works in your favor. A direct introduction from a mutual contact or a former colleague bypasses the automated screening that often filters out OPT applicants before a human ever reviews the resume.
Sales Assistant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Sales Assistant on OPT?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorizes you to work in any role directly related to your field of study, and Sales Assistant positions commonly qualify under business, marketing, communications, and related degrees. Your Employment Authorization Document is all most employers need. Make sure your job duties are documentable as related to your major in case your DSO asks for verification.
Do Sales Assistant employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
It varies by employer size and business model. Large retail chains, enterprise software companies, and B2B firms with dedicated sales teams are the most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for strong performers after OPT ends. Smaller shops or independent retailers are less likely to have the infrastructure for sponsorship. On Migrate Mate, you can filter specifically for Sales Assistant roles at employers with H-1B visa sponsorship history.
Does a Sales Assistant job qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Not directly. The STEM OPT 24-month extension applies only to students with STEM-designated degrees working in a role that uses STEM skills. A standard Sales Assistant position at a non-STEM employer won't qualify even if your degree is STEM-designated. However, sales roles at technology or data-driven companies, such as a sales operations or technical sales position, may qualify depending on how the role is structured.
What happens to my OPT if I'm between Sales Assistant jobs?
F-1 OPT allows a maximum of 90 days of unemployment across your authorization period. If you're between roles, those days count against your limit. The clock doesn't pause. Staying active in your job search is essential, and documenting any self-employment, volunteer sales work, or contractor engagements with a qualifying employer may help you stay within compliance while you look.
How do I find Sales Assistant jobs that accept OPT?
The most efficient approach is to search platforms built specifically for international students. Migrate Mate filters Sales Assistant listings by employers comfortable with OPT and F-1 work authorization, so you're not wasting applications on companies that will screen you out due to visa status. Searching with OPT-focused filters from the start dramatically reduces the time between application and first interview.