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Sales Training Specialist jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in business, communications, or education. These roles qualify under OPT work authorization when tied to your field of study. Most positions offer structured onboarding, giving you real experience before your 12-month OPT window closes.
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The North America Red Hat Training team is looking for an extremely organized and detail-oriented associate to join us covering West and Central US Enterprise. In this role, you will provide high touch service in order to manage education services such as training delivery oversight and coordination, course enrollments, and consumption reporting. Additionally, you will support Training Specialists (TS) and Territory Services Manager (TSM) as needed on high complexity projects. This role requires excellent organizational skills and technology management. You will be part of a high-performing, government focused team working cross-functionally, collaborating with Marketing, Sales, Customer Experience, Customer Success, Operations, Curriculum and Certification teams within Red Hat to ensure successful consumption and delivery of training products and courses.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Dedicated customer service point of contact
- Event management and coordination for onsite delivery, open enrollment and virtual training enrollment
- Red Hat Learning Subscription assignments and demonstrations
- Red Hat Learning Subscription skills path creation and user support
- Red Hat Learning Subscription consumption management and reporting
- Trouble ticket support associated with training services
- Run project management reviews with key stakeholders
- Serve as the interface between the customer needs/requirements/requests and broader services organization; document offering specifications and communicate necessary details to respective customers
- Collaboration with partners to disseminate information around Learning Subscription updates and create broader awareness of training availability and functionality
- Ability to work occasional West Coast hours
What you will do:
- Red Hat Learning Subscription consumption management and reporting
- Red Hat Learning Subscription assignments and demonstrations
- Red Hat Learning Subscription skills path creation and user support
- Provide support on Red Hat public training and Exam support to customers
- Trouble ticket support associated with training services
- Manage Training Unit redemption process
- Serve as the interface between the customer needs/requirements/requests and broader services organization; document offering specifications and communicate necessary details to respective customers
- Collaboration with partners to disseminate information around Learning Subscription updates and create broader awareness of training availability and functionality
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional presentation skills with knowledge of virtual delivery platforms (google meets, teams, etc).
- High standard of organizational skills including attention to detail and ability to multitask
- BS/BA in a related field or 3 years+ equivalent experience required
- Excellent project and program management skills
COMPENSATION
- Salary range for this position is $70,540.00 - $112,910.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.
Pay Transparency
Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.
ABOUT RED HAT
Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.
BENEFITS
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
- Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
- Retirement 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
- Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
- Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!
Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States.
INCLUSION AT RED HAT
Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY (EEO)
Red Hat is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Red Hat does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or any other payment related to unsolicited resumes or CVs except as required in a written contract between Red Hat and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.
Red Hat supports individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations to job applicants. If you need assistance completing our online job application, email application-assistance@redhat.com. General inquiries, such as those regarding the status of a job application, will not receive a reply.
INTRODUCTION
The North America Red Hat Training team is looking for an extremely organized and detail-oriented associate to join us covering West and Central US Enterprise. In this role, you will provide high touch service in order to manage education services such as training delivery oversight and coordination, course enrollments, and consumption reporting. Additionally, you will support Training Specialists (TS) and Territory Services Manager (TSM) as needed on high complexity projects. This role requires excellent organizational skills and technology management. You will be part of a high-performing, government focused team working cross-functionally, collaborating with Marketing, Sales, Customer Experience, Customer Success, Operations, Curriculum and Certification teams within Red Hat to ensure successful consumption and delivery of training products and courses.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Dedicated customer service point of contact
- Event management and coordination for onsite delivery, open enrollment and virtual training enrollment
- Red Hat Learning Subscription assignments and demonstrations
- Red Hat Learning Subscription skills path creation and user support
- Red Hat Learning Subscription consumption management and reporting
- Trouble ticket support associated with training services
- Run project management reviews with key stakeholders
- Serve as the interface between the customer needs/requirements/requests and broader services organization; document offering specifications and communicate necessary details to respective customers
- Collaboration with partners to disseminate information around Learning Subscription updates and create broader awareness of training availability and functionality
- Ability to work occasional West Coast hours
What you will do:
- Red Hat Learning Subscription consumption management and reporting
- Red Hat Learning Subscription assignments and demonstrations
- Red Hat Learning Subscription skills path creation and user support
- Provide support on Red Hat public training and Exam support to customers
- Trouble ticket support associated with training services
- Manage Training Unit redemption process
- Serve as the interface between the customer needs/requirements/requests and broader services organization; document offering specifications and communicate necessary details to respective customers
- Collaboration with partners to disseminate information around Learning Subscription updates and create broader awareness of training availability and functionality
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional presentation skills with knowledge of virtual delivery platforms (google meets, teams, etc).
- High standard of organizational skills including attention to detail and ability to multitask
- BS/BA in a related field or 3 years+ equivalent experience required
- Excellent project and program management skills
COMPENSATION
- Salary range for this position is $70,540.00 - $112,910.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications.
Pay Transparency
Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity. For positions with Remote-US locations, the actual salary range for the position may differ based on location but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience.
ABOUT RED HAT
Red Hat is the world’s leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions, using a community-powered approach to deliver high-performing Linux, cloud, container, and Kubernetes technologies. Spread across 40+ countries, our associates work flexibly across work environments, from in-office, to office-flex, to fully remote, depending on the requirements of their role. Red Hatters are encouraged to bring their best ideas, no matter their title or tenure. We're a leader in open source because of our open and inclusive environment. We hire creative, passionate people ready to contribute their ideas, help solve complex problems, and make an impact.
BENEFITS
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
- Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
- Retirement 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Paid parental leave plans for all new parents
- Leave benefits including disability, paid family medical leave, and paid military leave
- Additional benefits including employee stock purchase plan, family planning reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more!
Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, permanent associates at Red Hat located in the United States.
INCLUSION AT RED HAT
Red Hat’s culture is built on the open source principles of transparency, collaboration, and inclusion, where the best ideas can come from anywhere and anyone. When this is realized, it empowers people from different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to come together to share ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation. Our aspiration is that everyone experiences this culture with equal opportunity and access, and that all voices are not only heard but also celebrated. We hope you will join our celebration, and we welcome and encourage applicants from all the beautiful dimensions that compose our global village.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY (EEO)
Red Hat is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. We review applications for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Red Hat does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or any other payment related to unsolicited resumes or CVs except as required in a written contract between Red Hat and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.
Red Hat supports individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations to job applicants. If you need assistance completing our online job application, email application-assistance@redhat.com. General inquiries, such as those regarding the status of a job application, will not receive a reply.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Sales Training Specialist
Align your degree to the role explicitly
Sales Training Specialists need a clear connection between their job duties and their field of study. Highlight coursework in instructional design, organizational behavior, or business communication to show DSOs and employers that your OPT authorization directly applies to the role.
Target companies with established training departments
Larger organizations with dedicated L&D or sales enablement teams are more structured around hiring and onboarding. They're more likely to understand OPT timelines, have HR processes in place, and be willing to start H-1B visa sponsorship conversations before your authorization expires.
Emphasize instructional and curriculum design skills
Employers hiring for sales training roles look for candidates who can build programs, not just present them. Showcase any experience designing onboarding modules, e-learning content, or performance coaching frameworks. These skills differentiate you from general sales candidates and justify your specialized hire.
Apply early relative to your OPT start date
Most hiring timelines run four to eight weeks. If you're waiting on your EAD card, start applying two to three months before your OPT begins. Employers want to know when you can start, and a clear timeline builds confidence rather than raising concerns about your authorization status.
Frame your international background as a training asset
Cross-cultural communication is genuinely valuable in sales training, especially at companies with diverse teams or global customers. Position your international experience as a qualification, not a complication. It signals adaptability and awareness that directly improves how training programs land across different audiences.
Use STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
Business analytics, information systems, and certain management degrees qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. If your degree is STEM-designated, this gives you 36 months total to build your training career and gives employers more runway to pursue H-1B sponsorship on your behalf.
Sales Training Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Sales Training Specialist role qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization?
Yes, as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. Business, communications, education, psychology, and organizational behavior degrees all commonly support Sales Training Specialist roles. You'll need to confirm the connection with your DSO before accepting an offer, but the alignment is usually straightforward for students from these programs.
Do Sales Training Specialist employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
It varies by company size and industry. Large technology, healthcare, and financial services firms with dedicated sales enablement teams are the most likely sponsors because training roles are considered specialty occupations requiring a relevant degree. Smaller companies often lack the HR infrastructure for sponsorship. Focusing your search on enterprise employers significantly improves your odds of finding a sponsor.
Where can I find Sales Training Specialist jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers. You can browse Sales Training Specialist listings filtered for OPT-friendly and sponsorship-willing employers, which saves you from applying to roles where your work authorization will immediately disqualify you. Searching general job boards without that filter wastes application cycles during a time-sensitive OPT window.
Can I work as a Sales Training Specialist on pre-completion OPT while still enrolled?
Yes, pre-completion OPT allows you to work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) during the semester and full-time during official breaks. A Sales Training Specialist role that aligns with your degree qualifies. Keep in mind that any pre-completion OPT time used is deducted from your 12-month post-completion authorization, so plan accordingly with your DSO.
What documents do I need to show a Sales Training Specialist employer for OPT verification?
Your employer will need your EAD card, Form I-20 with the OPT authorization page, and your passport for I-9 verification. Your EAD card serves as a List A document on its own. Make sure your EAD reflects the correct employment start date before your first day. Some employers also request a copy of your visa stamp, though this is not legally required for I-9 purposes.