OPT Talent Acquisition Intern Jobs
Talent Acquisition Intern roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in HR, business, or psychology. Most positions qualify as OPT-eligible under STEM-adjacent or general OPT. Expect to support full-cycle recruiting, sourcing, and employer branding on a 12-month OPT timeline.
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The Aspen Group (TAG) is one of the largest and most trusted retail healthcare business support organizations in the U.S. and has supported over 20,000 healthcare professionals and team members at more than 1,300 health and wellness offices across 48 states in four distinct categories: dental care, urgent care, medical aesthetics, and animal health. Working in partnership with independent practice owners and clinicians, the team is united by a single purpose: to prove that healthcare can be better and smarter for everyone. TAG provides a comprehensive suite of centralized business support services that power the impact of five consumer-facing businesses: Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, WellNow Urgent Care, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and Lovet Pet Health Care. Each brand has access to a deep community of experts, tools and resources to grow their practices, and an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality consumer healthcare experiences at scale.
As a reflection of current needs and continued growth, we are excited to offer the opportunity to join a dedicated recruiting team focused on sourcing and hiring Hygienists. Apply today to join an amazing team and support organization that provides non-clinical business support services to more than 1000 independently owned and operated Aspen Dental offices across the U.S. Our purpose? To care for the people who care for the patients, providing expert business support to the largest, fastest-growing branded network of dental practices in the country. This model makes it easier for independent, licensed practitioners to do what they do best.
Responsibilities
- Partners closely with managers to assess needs and develop a recruiting plan.
- Opens requisitions and posts job openings.
- Sources licensed Hygienists using a variety of recruiting and sourcing tools/methods and Social Media channels.
- Screens, qualifies, and makes recommendations for interviews.
- Works closely with the Academic team to recruit from colleges/universities and Hygiene programs; attends job fairs as required.
- Manages the candidate selection/interview process.
- Manages the negotiation, closing, and onboarding elements of candidate/new start relations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Job Related/Industry Experience: 3+ years of experience with full cycle recruitment, in a strategic, fast-paced setting. Healthcare experience a plus.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a fast paced environment.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency with recruiting systems and Excel.
- Ideal candidate resides in central or eastern standard time.
- Ability for occasional travel for team meetings and academic/networking events.
COMPENSATION
- Annual Pay Range: $70,000-75,000k with bonus opportunity
A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match.
If you are an applicant residing in California, please view our privacy policy here: https://careers.aspendental.com/us/en/tag-privacy-policy-for-california-employees
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INTRODUCTION
The Aspen Group (TAG) is one of the largest and most trusted retail healthcare business support organizations in the U.S. and has supported over 20,000 healthcare professionals and team members at more than 1,300 health and wellness offices across 48 states in four distinct categories: dental care, urgent care, medical aesthetics, and animal health. Working in partnership with independent practice owners and clinicians, the team is united by a single purpose: to prove that healthcare can be better and smarter for everyone. TAG provides a comprehensive suite of centralized business support services that power the impact of five consumer-facing businesses: Aspen Dental, ClearChoice Dental Implant Centers, WellNow Urgent Care, Chapter Aesthetic Studio, and Lovet Pet Health Care. Each brand has access to a deep community of experts, tools and resources to grow their practices, and an unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality consumer healthcare experiences at scale.
As a reflection of current needs and continued growth, we are excited to offer the opportunity to join a dedicated recruiting team focused on sourcing and hiring Hygienists. Apply today to join an amazing team and support organization that provides non-clinical business support services to more than 1000 independently owned and operated Aspen Dental offices across the U.S. Our purpose? To care for the people who care for the patients, providing expert business support to the largest, fastest-growing branded network of dental practices in the country. This model makes it easier for independent, licensed practitioners to do what they do best.
Responsibilities
- Partners closely with managers to assess needs and develop a recruiting plan.
- Opens requisitions and posts job openings.
- Sources licensed Hygienists using a variety of recruiting and sourcing tools/methods and Social Media channels.
- Screens, qualifies, and makes recommendations for interviews.
- Works closely with the Academic team to recruit from colleges/universities and Hygiene programs; attends job fairs as required.
- Manages the candidate selection/interview process.
- Manages the negotiation, closing, and onboarding elements of candidate/new start relations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Job Related/Industry Experience: 3+ years of experience with full cycle recruitment, in a strategic, fast-paced setting. Healthcare experience a plus.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a fast paced environment.
- Demonstrate technical proficiency with recruiting systems and Excel.
- Ideal candidate resides in central or eastern standard time.
- Ability for occasional travel for team meetings and academic/networking events.
COMPENSATION
- Annual Pay Range: $70,000-75,000k with bonus opportunity
A generous benefits package that includes paid time off, health, dental, vision, and 401(k) savings plan with match.
If you are an applicant residing in California, please view our privacy policy here: https://careers.aspendental.com/us/en/tag-privacy-policy-for-california-employees
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Talent Acquisition Intern
Target companies with established HR teams
Larger organizations with dedicated recruiting departments are more likely to have OPT onboarding processes in place. Startups may want to sponsor but lack the HR infrastructure to navigate the paperwork quickly, which creates delays.
Highlight any ATS or sourcing tool experience
Recruiters want interns who can contribute immediately. If you have hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems or Boolean search, lead with it. Concrete tool knowledge signals you can reduce ramp-up time, which matters to sponsors.
Address your OPT timeline in your cover letter
State your OPT authorization period and start date clearly. Hiring managers unfamiliar with F-1 status often assume visa situations are complicated. A direct, confident one-sentence explanation removes doubt before the interview stage.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship early but tactfully
During the recruiter screen, ask whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas before. Framing it as a future planning question rather than an immediate demand signals maturity. Avoid waiting until an offer to surface this conversation.
Align your degree field to the role description
OPT requires your work to be directly related to your degree. A business or HR degree maps cleanly to talent acquisition. If your degree is in a different field, document how the role connects to your coursework or academic specialization.
Build a recruiting portfolio before you apply
Compile sourcing projects, campus recruitment involvement, or any mock interview or career fair coordination experience. Tangible examples of recruiting work demonstrate readiness and give interviewers something concrete to evaluate beyond your degree.
Talent Acquisition Intern OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Talent Acquisition Interns?
Yes. Talent Acquisition Intern roles qualify for F-1 OPT as long as the work is directly related to your degree field. Degrees in HR, business administration, organizational psychology, or related disciplines satisfy this requirement. You will need a valid EAD card before your start date. Confirm the role aligns with your degree when completing your OPT reporting obligations.
Do Talent Acquisition Intern roles typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Some do, but it depends on the employer. Larger corporations with established HR functions, including companies in tech, finance, and healthcare, are more likely to convert interns to full-time roles and sponsor H-1B petitions. Smaller firms may lack sponsorship experience. The best approach is to ask during the interview process whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas for previous hires.
Where can OPT students find Talent Acquisition Intern jobs that are open to visa holders?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-holding students, so the jobs listed there are filtered for sponsorship openness. Searching Migrate Mate for Talent Acquisition Intern roles saves time compared to filtering through general job boards where visa status is rarely disclosed upfront.
Does a Talent Acquisition Intern role qualify as a STEM OPT extension position?
Not automatically. STEM OPT requires your degree to appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List and the employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Talent acquisition roles can qualify if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as industrial-organizational psychology or management information systems. A general HR or business degree typically does not qualify for the 24-month STEM extension.
What should I do if a Talent Acquisition Intern role is unpaid or part-time?
Unpaid internships are permitted under OPT if the position meets the legal definition of a legitimate training experience under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Part-time work of 20 or more hours per week counts toward OPT authorization. However, you must report any changes in employment to your DSO within 10 days to keep your SEVIS record accurate and avoid jeopardizing your status.