Sales Specialist Jobs for OPT Students
Sales Specialist jobs are among the more OPT-friendly roles in business, with many employers in SaaS, healthcare, and financial services regularly hiring candidates on F-1 OPT. Your 12-month standard OPT window is enough to prove quota performance, and STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your degree field.
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Address: 2422 S. Volusia Avenue, Orange City, Florida, United States - 32763
Bi-Lingual Spanish is REQUIRED
Since 1997, Advance America has helped millions of hardworking people with a variety of personalized financial solutions. We are a nationally recognized, fully licensed financial services company with over 800 locations and online lending services.
We are currently seeking highly-skilled, career-oriented individuals ready to be part of a growing company!
We offer:
- Competitive Wages
- Health/Life Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off including Volunteer Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Business Casual Environment
- Rewards & Recognition Program
- Employee Assistance Program
Position Summary
The Consumer Lending Sales Specialist (CLSS) is a performance-based, hands-on role focused on delivering exceptional customer service while achieving individual and branch sales goals. This position requires attention to detail, excellent customer service skills, and a passion for sales and customer acquisition. The CLSS actively contributes to branch success by meeting performance metrics defined by management and participating in marketing and collection efforts. All responsibilities must be executed in full compliance with federal and state regulations while adhering to established company policies, procedures, and practices.
Job Responsibility
Customer Service, Sales, Marketing & Customer Acquisition
- Drive customer acquisition through storefront and online channels using effective sales tools and marketing techniques
- Deliver exceptional customer experience while managing growing consumer loan portfolio
- Present tailored financial solutions aligned with customer goals and needs
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships throughout the loan lifecycle
- Educate customers on loan terms, conditions, and product features
- Execute and track community marketing initiatives to generate growth
- Demonstrate company core values and purpose while building trust with customers and staff
Operations & Compliance
- Support branch financial objectives and performance metrics
- Maintain strict adherence to company policies, state and federal regulations
- Ensure accurate cash controls and security procedures
- Maintain precise customer documentation and transaction records
- Conduct and document collection activities
- Follow Loss Prevention (LP) Standards
Team Collaboration
- Foster a positive team environment while supporting colleagues to enhance customer experience
- Actively participate in branch initiatives and contribute to overall branch success through collaborative teamwork
Education Required
High School Diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
Experience Required
Sales and/or customer service experience required, or equivalent experience. One year of experience in one or more of the following areas preferred: sales, retail, banking, or collections.
Knowledge Required
Strong math skills, including the ability to count cash; professional verbal communication by phone and in person; ability to read, write, evaluate, and apply complex and detailed information; ability to work alone on occasion; ability to interact professionally and exhibit appropriate social skills; ability to negotiate payment terms and effectively communicate loan requirements; ability to understand and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and laws governing our industry/business and employees; ability to use computer programs required to process customer transactions; ability to follow procedures in the normal course of business; ability to develop and maintain business relationships.
Physical Requirements
Standing for long periods of time; sitting occasionally; walking; bending; squatting; kneeling; pushing/pulling; reaching; twisting; frequent lifting of less than 10 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.; driving and having access during the workday to an insured and reliable transportation in order to complete tasks including, but not limited to, banking, marketing, and providing staffing coverage within the division; exposure to outdoors limited to elements that the ordinary person would be exposed to at that time; typing; data entry; grasping; transferring items between hands and/or to another person or receptacle; housekeeping/cleaning (vacuuming, dusting, cleaning windows, bathroom, etc., including exposure to cleaning chemicals); use of office equipment to include computers; ability to travel to, be physically present at, and complete the physical requirements of the position at any branch within the division (distance varies by division).
Competencies
Sales & Customer Excellence-CLSS
Results & Accountability-CLSS
Leadership, Coaching & Development-CLSS
Adaptability & Growth Mindset-CLSS
Digital & Future Readiness-CLSS
Travel
Must have a valid driver’s license and access to insured, reliable transportation. Ability to travel within division for marketing, staffing, special events, and banking responsibilities.
Attire
The Company offers employees the option of wearing, polos, blouses, collared shirts, sweaters or other professional attire with slacks or jeans and appropriate shoes. Employees should dress accordingly to their business.
Other
Must be 18 (except in AL where the age requirement is 19), eligible to work in the USA, and able to successfully complete all post offer screens, including a criminal background check and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR). Regular and punctual attendance is required. Schedules may be changed as needed to accommodate business needs. Overtime may be required.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID: 46104

Address: 2422 S. Volusia Avenue, Orange City, Florida, United States - 32763
Bi-Lingual Spanish is REQUIRED
Since 1997, Advance America has helped millions of hardworking people with a variety of personalized financial solutions. We are a nationally recognized, fully licensed financial services company with over 800 locations and online lending services.
We are currently seeking highly-skilled, career-oriented individuals ready to be part of a growing company!
We offer:
- Competitive Wages
- Health/Life Benefits
- 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off including Volunteer Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Business Casual Environment
- Rewards & Recognition Program
- Employee Assistance Program
Position Summary
The Consumer Lending Sales Specialist (CLSS) is a performance-based, hands-on role focused on delivering exceptional customer service while achieving individual and branch sales goals. This position requires attention to detail, excellent customer service skills, and a passion for sales and customer acquisition. The CLSS actively contributes to branch success by meeting performance metrics defined by management and participating in marketing and collection efforts. All responsibilities must be executed in full compliance with federal and state regulations while adhering to established company policies, procedures, and practices.
Job Responsibility
Customer Service, Sales, Marketing & Customer Acquisition
- Drive customer acquisition through storefront and online channels using effective sales tools and marketing techniques
- Deliver exceptional customer experience while managing growing consumer loan portfolio
- Present tailored financial solutions aligned with customer goals and needs
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships throughout the loan lifecycle
- Educate customers on loan terms, conditions, and product features
- Execute and track community marketing initiatives to generate growth
- Demonstrate company core values and purpose while building trust with customers and staff
Operations & Compliance
- Support branch financial objectives and performance metrics
- Maintain strict adherence to company policies, state and federal regulations
- Ensure accurate cash controls and security procedures
- Maintain precise customer documentation and transaction records
- Conduct and document collection activities
- Follow Loss Prevention (LP) Standards
Team Collaboration
- Foster a positive team environment while supporting colleagues to enhance customer experience
- Actively participate in branch initiatives and contribute to overall branch success through collaborative teamwork
Education Required
High School Diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
Experience Required
Sales and/or customer service experience required, or equivalent experience. One year of experience in one or more of the following areas preferred: sales, retail, banking, or collections.
Knowledge Required
Strong math skills, including the ability to count cash; professional verbal communication by phone and in person; ability to read, write, evaluate, and apply complex and detailed information; ability to work alone on occasion; ability to interact professionally and exhibit appropriate social skills; ability to negotiate payment terms and effectively communicate loan requirements; ability to understand and ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and laws governing our industry/business and employees; ability to use computer programs required to process customer transactions; ability to follow procedures in the normal course of business; ability to develop and maintain business relationships.
Physical Requirements
Standing for long periods of time; sitting occasionally; walking; bending; squatting; kneeling; pushing/pulling; reaching; twisting; frequent lifting of less than 10 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.; driving and having access during the workday to an insured and reliable transportation in order to complete tasks including, but not limited to, banking, marketing, and providing staffing coverage within the division; exposure to outdoors limited to elements that the ordinary person would be exposed to at that time; typing; data entry; grasping; transferring items between hands and/or to another person or receptacle; housekeeping/cleaning (vacuuming, dusting, cleaning windows, bathroom, etc., including exposure to cleaning chemicals); use of office equipment to include computers; ability to travel to, be physically present at, and complete the physical requirements of the position at any branch within the division (distance varies by division).
Competencies
Sales & Customer Excellence-CLSS
Results & Accountability-CLSS
Leadership, Coaching & Development-CLSS
Adaptability & Growth Mindset-CLSS
Digital & Future Readiness-CLSS
Travel
Must have a valid driver’s license and access to insured, reliable transportation. Ability to travel within division for marketing, staffing, special events, and banking responsibilities.
Attire
The Company offers employees the option of wearing, polos, blouses, collared shirts, sweaters or other professional attire with slacks or jeans and appropriate shoes. Employees should dress accordingly to their business.
Other
Must be 18 (except in AL where the age requirement is 19), eligible to work in the USA, and able to successfully complete all post offer screens, including a criminal background check and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR). Regular and punctual attendance is required. Schedules may be changed as needed to accommodate business needs. Overtime may be required.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Requisition ID: 46104
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Sales Specialist
Lead with quota performance, not visa status
Employers sponsoring Sales Specialists want to see pipeline numbers, close rates, and revenue impact up front. Quantify your results on your resume before any discussion of work authorization. Strong performance data makes the sponsorship conversation easier.
Target companies with established OPT hiring history
SaaS companies, staffing firms, and enterprise software vendors file H-1B petitions regularly and are familiar with OPT paperwork. Prioritize roles at organizations with a track record of sponsoring international hires over smaller startups with no immigration infrastructure.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility early
If your degree is in a STEM field like information systems, statistics, or economics, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. Knowing this before interviews lets you tell employers they have 36 months total, which significantly changes their sponsorship calculus.
Address the timeline before they ask
Sales hiring managers think in quarters and annual targets. Frame your OPT window in those terms: you can start immediately, contribute through a full fiscal year, and H-1B filing would align with Q1 of the following year. Concrete timelines reduce sponsorship anxiety.
Negotiate a structured ramp period that fits your OPT window
Most Sales Specialist roles have a 30-to-90-day ramp before quota kicks in. Ask about ramp structure during interviews and ensure your OPT authorization covers the full ramp period plus at least one full quota cycle before any H-1B transition is needed.
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Can I work as a Sales Specialist on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Sales Specialist roles qualify for F-1 OPT as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. A business, marketing, communications, or economics degree typically supports eligibility. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field, you may also qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization total.
Do Sales Specialist employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas?
Sponsorship rates vary significantly by employer size and industry. Large SaaS companies, financial services firms, and enterprise technology vendors sponsor H-1B petitions regularly and have internal immigration teams familiar with the process. Smaller companies and commission-only sales roles are less likely to sponsor. Migrate Mate filters for OPT-friendly employers, so you can focus applications on companies with a real sponsorship track record.
Does a Sales Specialist role count as directly related to my degree for OPT purposes?
USCIS requires that OPT employment be directly related to your major area of study, but that connection does not need to be one-to-one. A business administration, marketing, economics, or communications degree typically supports a Sales Specialist position. If your degree is in engineering or a technical STEM field, sales engineering or technical sales roles tend to be a stronger fit. Your Designated School Official can confirm the connection before you accept an offer.
What happens to my OPT if I lose my Sales Specialist job?
F-1 OPT students are allowed a maximum of 90 days of unemployment during the standard 12-month OPT period. STEM OPT extension holders are limited to 150 days total across both the standard and extension periods. If you lose a Sales Specialist role, you must report the change to your DSO and actively pursue new employment. Gaps beyond these limits can result in a status violation.
Are commission-based Sales Specialist jobs valid for OPT employment?
USCIS does not require OPT employment to be salaried, but the position must be a legitimate job directly related to your degree. Commission-based roles at established companies with formal employment agreements generally meet this standard. Fully independent contractor arrangements with no base pay or employer relationship are more likely to raise questions during a status review. Confirm the employment structure with your DSO before accepting.
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