Territory Manager Jobs for OPT Students
Territory Manager jobs on OPT are available across industries like medical devices, software, and consumer goods. Most roles require a business or marketing degree, which aligns well with OPT eligibility. Your 12-month OPT window (29 months with STEM extension) is enough time to establish yourself and pursue H-1B sponsorship.
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CONMED Orthopedics is seeking an ambitious Territory Manager to represent our expansive product portfolio that ranges from sports medicine implants, Hall Surgical Powered Instruments, MTF biologics as well as our newly acquired BioBrace Implant!
As an Orthopedic Territory Manager, you will be given the opportunity to strategically sell and promote CONMED’s Orthopedic products within a defined geographic territory to our customers. This will be accomplished by providing outstanding customer service as well as product demonstrations/presentations within the Operating Room & office settings to surgeons and hospital personnel.
Every day will be challenging, exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. You will stand for integrity – in the choices you make, in the outstanding quality of products you sell and with the company you represent. This opportunity offers uncapped earning potential and career advancement based on performance!
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Generate new sales opportunities and maintain existing business
- Meet monthly/quarterly/annual quotas assigned by the company
- Observe procedures in the operating room of hospital accounts to gain insight into the needs of physicians and OR staff
- Respond quickly to customer needs regarding products and service and collaborate with the appropriate CONMED team to develop creative and optimal solutions
- Communicate with senior executives and key decision-makers
WHAT YOU NEED:
- One of the following:
- Bachelor's degree + 2 years outside sales experience (Medical Device Preferred)
- 6+ years of outside sales, surgical tech, or related clinical experience required
- Currently employed as a CONMED Associate Sales Representative
Note: This position is not eligible for employer-visa sponsorship
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Approximately 20% Travel
- Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and be able to drive an automobile
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be fully vaccinated and proof of a COVID-19 vaccine before your start date
- Ability to meet with customers at hospitals and to be a member of a credentialing agency
Disclosure as required by applicable state law, the role is 100% commission based. This is CONMED’s good faith belief at the time of this posting.
This job posting is anticipated to close on 3/27/2026. We may, however, extend this time period, in which case the posting will remain available on careers.conmed.com. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis as we receive them.
Colorado residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
BENEFITS:
CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.
- Competitive compensation
- Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
- Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
- Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses
Know someone at CONMED? Have them submit you as a referral before applying for this position to be eligible for our Employee Referral Program incentives!
CONMED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster reaffirms this commitment.
Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800-929-7176 option #5.
INTRODUCTION
CONMED Orthopedics is seeking an ambitious Territory Manager to represent our expansive product portfolio that ranges from sports medicine implants, Hall Surgical Powered Instruments, MTF biologics as well as our newly acquired BioBrace Implant!
As an Orthopedic Territory Manager, you will be given the opportunity to strategically sell and promote CONMED’s Orthopedic products within a defined geographic territory to our customers. This will be accomplished by providing outstanding customer service as well as product demonstrations/presentations within the Operating Room & office settings to surgeons and hospital personnel.
Every day will be challenging, exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. You will stand for integrity – in the choices you make, in the outstanding quality of products you sell and with the company you represent. This opportunity offers uncapped earning potential and career advancement based on performance!
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Generate new sales opportunities and maintain existing business
- Meet monthly/quarterly/annual quotas assigned by the company
- Observe procedures in the operating room of hospital accounts to gain insight into the needs of physicians and OR staff
- Respond quickly to customer needs regarding products and service and collaborate with the appropriate CONMED team to develop creative and optimal solutions
- Communicate with senior executives and key decision-makers
WHAT YOU NEED:
- One of the following:
- Bachelor's degree + 2 years outside sales experience (Medical Device Preferred)
- 6+ years of outside sales, surgical tech, or related clinical experience required
- Currently employed as a CONMED Associate Sales Representative
Note: This position is not eligible for employer-visa sponsorship
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Approximately 20% Travel
- Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and be able to drive an automobile
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be fully vaccinated and proof of a COVID-19 vaccine before your start date
- Ability to meet with customers at hospitals and to be a member of a credentialing agency
Disclosure as required by applicable state law, the role is 100% commission based. This is CONMED’s good faith belief at the time of this posting.
This job posting is anticipated to close on 3/27/2026. We may, however, extend this time period, in which case the posting will remain available on careers.conmed.com. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis as we receive them.
Colorado residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
BENEFITS:
CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.
- Competitive compensation
- Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
- Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
- Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses
Know someone at CONMED? Have them submit you as a referral before applying for this position to be eligible for our Employee Referral Program incentives!
CONMED is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster reaffirms this commitment.
Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800-929-7176 option #5.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Territory Manager
Target industries with strong H-1B sponsorship track records
Medical device, pharmaceutical, and enterprise software companies file H-1B petitions for Territory Managers far more often than consumer goods or retail firms. Focus your search on employers in these sectors to improve your odds of sponsorship after OPT.
Frame your international background as a business asset
Territory Managers who speak additional languages or understand foreign market dynamics are genuinely valuable to companies expanding internationally. Lead with this in interviews, especially at companies with operations outside the United States.
Ask about sponsorship before accepting an offer
Raise visa sponsorship directly during the offer stage, not after signing. Ask whether the company has sponsored Territory Managers or similar roles before. A yes with prior examples is a much stronger signal than a vague commitment to figure it out later.
Apply for STEM OPT extension before your initial 12 months expire
If your degree is in a STEM field like data analytics, information systems, or applied mathematics, apply for the 24-month STEM extension at least 90 days before your OPT expires. This gives employers a longer runway before the H-1B decision.
Document your revenue impact from day one
Territory Managers who can show specific performance metrics, like quota attainment percentage or year-over-year territory growth, make a much stronger H-1B case. Quantified results also strengthen any future EB-2 or EB-3 green card petition your employer might file.
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers who have hired OPT candidates
Migrate Mate filters Territory Manager jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, saving you time spent applying to roles where OPT is never going to work. Prioritize employers with a documented history of sponsoring international candidates in sales roles.
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Can I work as a Territory Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Territory Manager roles qualify under OPT as long as the work is directly related to your degree field. A business, marketing, or management degree typically satisfies this requirement. If your degree is in a STEM field like data analytics or information systems, you may also qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
Do Territory Manager jobs typically come with H-1B sponsorship?
Some do, but it varies significantly by employer and industry. Medical device, pharmaceutical, and enterprise software companies have stronger sponsorship track records for Territory Managers than general retail or consumer goods employers. Researching an employer's prior H-1B filings through public Department of Labor disclosure data is a reliable way to gauge their sponsorship history before you invest time in the application process.
What degree fields qualify for OPT in a Territory Manager role?
Business administration, marketing, management, and communications degrees are the most straightforward matches. Sales operations or account management roles may also support degrees in data analytics, information systems, or supply chain management, especially if the territory involves data-driven sales strategy. Your DSO can confirm whether your specific degree and job description align under USCIS guidelines.
How do I find Territory Manager jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Most standard job listings don't specify OPT eligibility, which makes filtering by sponsorship willingness difficult without the right tool. Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and shows Territory Manager roles from employers with a history of sponsoring work visas. Browsing there first saves you from spending weeks applying to positions that won't move forward once your immigration status comes up.
Can I change employers during my OPT while working as a Territory Manager?
Yes, OPT allows you to change employers, but the new job must also be directly related to your degree, and you cannot exceed 90 days of cumulative unemployment during your OPT period. Notify your DSO of any employer change and update your SEVIS record promptly. Gaps between Territory Manager roles count against your unemployment limit, so plan transitions carefully.
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