OPT Support Associate Jobs
Support Associate roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with customer service, operations, or communications backgrounds. Most positions qualify under STEM-adjacent or business-related degrees, and many employers are familiar with the 12-month OPT authorization window. Start your job search early to allow time for onboarding before your EAD start date.
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Facility Maintenance
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Salary Range:
$46,215.00 - $60,080.00
Performs secretarial, clerical and general office duties, which include handling and processing of requisitions, check requests, purchase orders, and utility bills. Files all related paperwork for the above, as well as personnel filing.
QUALIFICATIONS
Have a minimum of Associate’s Degree in Secretarial Science or equivalent and at least two years of experience as executive secretary or a high school degree and/or Secretarial Program Certificate and at least seven years of progressive secretary experience. Must be able to communicate well verbally, be very organized and self-motivated. Experience in MS Office Suite required.
BASIC FUNCTIONS
Performs secretarial and other administrative duties for the entire department, including foremen, supervisors, Directors and upper management, which require above average tact and skills. Must exercise considerable independent judgment and discretion in the handling of confidential data and effect completion of tasks and projects in a timely fashion.
MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Performs secretarial, clerical and general office duties, which include handling and processing of requisitions, check requests, purchase orders, and utility bills. Files all related paperwork for the above, as well as personnel filing.
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Acts as receptionist to the office: screens telephone calls, walk-ins and begins problem resolution whenever possible. Follows up to make sure that the problem has been solved to the satisfaction of all concerned.
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Types, copies and distributes material, as necessary.
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Must be proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Access.
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Responsible for the transcription and distribution of minutes for the BOC Committee.
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Sets up meetings and arranges appointments for management.
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Assists in training new employees in office procedures.
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Types yearly employee evaluations containing confidential information, including salary.
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Updates departmental spreadsheets and databases with employee information.
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Responsible for pick up and distribution of paychecks.
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Any other related tasks, as needed.
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
Department/Unit:
Facility Maintenance
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Salary Range:
$46,215.00 - $60,080.00
Performs secretarial, clerical and general office duties, which include handling and processing of requisitions, check requests, purchase orders, and utility bills. Files all related paperwork for the above, as well as personnel filing.
QUALIFICATIONS
Have a minimum of Associate’s Degree in Secretarial Science or equivalent and at least two years of experience as executive secretary or a high school degree and/or Secretarial Program Certificate and at least seven years of progressive secretary experience. Must be able to communicate well verbally, be very organized and self-motivated. Experience in MS Office Suite required.
BASIC FUNCTIONS
Performs secretarial and other administrative duties for the entire department, including foremen, supervisors, Directors and upper management, which require above average tact and skills. Must exercise considerable independent judgment and discretion in the handling of confidential data and effect completion of tasks and projects in a timely fashion.
MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-
Performs secretarial, clerical and general office duties, which include handling and processing of requisitions, check requests, purchase orders, and utility bills. Files all related paperwork for the above, as well as personnel filing.
-
Acts as receptionist to the office: screens telephone calls, walk-ins and begins problem resolution whenever possible. Follows up to make sure that the problem has been solved to the satisfaction of all concerned.
-
Types, copies and distributes material, as necessary.
-
Must be proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Access.
-
Responsible for the transcription and distribution of minutes for the BOC Committee.
-
Sets up meetings and arranges appointments for management.
-
Assists in training new employees in office procedures.
-
Types yearly employee evaluations containing confidential information, including salary.
-
Updates departmental spreadsheets and databases with employee information.
-
Responsible for pick up and distribution of paychecks.
-
Any other related tasks, as needed.
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Support Associate
Clarify your work authorization upfront
List 'F-1 OPT' and your EAD end date clearly in applications. Support roles often have fast hiring cycles, so hiring managers need to know your timeline before scheduling interviews to avoid surprises late in the process.
Target companies with existing OPT hiring history
Employers who have hired OPT students before already understand EAD documentation and onboarding requirements. This reduces friction significantly. Look for companies with international teams or offices, as they tend to be more familiar with work authorization nuances.
Highlight transferable technical and communication skills
Support Associate roles value CRM proficiency, written communication, and problem-solving. If your degree involved data systems, business processes, or customer-facing work, connect those directly to the job description rather than leading with your visa status.
Apply early to account for your EAD timeline
OPT authorization can take 3 to 5 months to process after your DSO submits the application. Factor this into your job search so your EAD is approved and ready before your intended start date. Late applications create avoidable gaps.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship in the final interview stage
Raise H-1B visa sponsorship after you have demonstrated value, ideally during offer negotiation. Support roles at mid-size and enterprise companies often have sponsored employees before. A direct, calm question signals professionalism, not desperation, and gives you real information.
Use your OPT period to build a sponsorship case
Treat the OPT window as an audition. Document wins, client feedback, and process improvements. When H-1B conversations begin, concrete examples of impact make sponsorship a business decision for your employer rather than a bureaucratic favor.
Support Associate OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Support Associate on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Support Associate roles generally qualify under F-1 OPT as long as the position is directly related to your field of study. Degrees in business, communications, information systems, or related fields typically satisfy this requirement. You must have an approved EAD before your start date, and your work must align with the degree field listed on your OPT authorization.
Do Support Associate employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
It depends on the employer size and industry. Large technology companies, SaaS businesses, and enterprise software firms are more likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Support Associates than small businesses or startups. During your OPT period, demonstrating strong performance and becoming difficult to replace increases the likelihood that an employer will sponsor you when your OPT expires.
Where can I find Support Associate jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students and filters for employers open to work authorization. Browsing Support Associate listings on Migrate Mate shows you roles where OPT is not a barrier, saving you time compared to applying broadly and discovering the restriction late in the hiring process.
Does my degree need to match the Support Associate role for OPT to be valid?
Yes. USCIS requires that your OPT employment be directly related to your major field of study. A Support Associate role at a technology company can qualify under information systems, business administration, or computer science degrees. If your job duties involve data analysis, technical troubleshooting, or operations, document how the role connects to your degree in case your DSO asks.
What happens to my OPT status if my Support Associate job ends before my EAD expires?
You have a cumulative 90 days of unemployment allowed during your entire post-completion OPT period. If your Support Associate role ends, that clock starts running. You need to report the job separation to your DSO and update your SEVP portal record. Finding new qualifying employment before hitting 90 days of unemployment is essential to maintaining valid F-1 status.