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Training and Development roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in instructional design, organizational psychology, human resources, or education. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship. Your 12-month OPT window, or 24-month STEM extension with a qualifying degree, gives employers meaningful time to evaluate you before committing to sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.
Perks for you include:
- Paid Vacations & Holidays
- Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
- Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
- Discounts on Klein Tools products
- Education and Professional Development Assistance
The Klein Leadership Program - Product Sales & Marketing is an accelerated program designed to develop and prepare individuals for successful careers in Product Management, Sales and Marketing at Klein Tools. The Territory manager plays a critical, leadership role within the program. The Territory Manager helps facilitate hands on, industry experiences and mentors each Product Sales & Marketing Specialist to build a strong foundation of product and market knowledge. The individual will work directly with each PSMS both in-field and in-office to gain a complete understanding of their performance, abilities and fit within the organization.
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Lead a team of early career individuals by providing hands-on, direct coaching through in-field and in-office learning opportunities.
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Identify and develop areas of strength and opportunity for each team member through facilitated one-on-one feedback sessions.
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Take ownership and drive territory sales growth by analyzing and overseeing strategic retail, wholesale and end-user initiatives.
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Develop strong, consultative relationships with regional KDMs to support the Klein Tools brand and top-line sales growth.
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Represent and market Klein Tools on university campuses to target and hire top talent.
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Partner with trade schools and vocational programs to demonstrate Klein Tool's investment in the education of the next generation of tradespeople.
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Work with Product, Sales and Marketing internal stakeholders to execute monthly training sessions to foster a culture of continuous learning and development.
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Prepare and present quarterly talent performance reviews of direct reports, in collaboration with Program Manager, to executive stakeholders.
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Gather and analyze feedback from internal stakeholders to identify continuous program improvements to align the program with larger organizational goals.
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Drives effective communication and collaboration within the organization. Fosters good working relationships among team members and other key stakeholders.
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Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master's degree completed within the last two years in engineering, management, marketing or related business field or equivalent years of experience.
- 1 to 2 years of sales, marketing or management experience.
- Demonstrated ability and hunger to lead a team of early-career employees.
- Demonstrated understanding of retail and wholesale environments.
- An understanding and ability to perform related mathematics and financial calculations.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Physical Demand Requirement
Occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Your main focus:
- Quality
- Customer Obsession
- Innovation
- Ownership
- Teamwork
Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at hr@kleintools.com.
At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.
Perks for you include:
- Paid Vacations & Holidays
- Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
- Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
- Discounts on Klein Tools products
- Education and Professional Development Assistance
The Klein Leadership Program - Product Sales & Marketing is an accelerated program designed to develop and prepare individuals for successful careers in Product Management, Sales and Marketing at Klein Tools. The Territory manager plays a critical, leadership role within the program. The Territory Manager helps facilitate hands on, industry experiences and mentors each Product Sales & Marketing Specialist to build a strong foundation of product and market knowledge. The individual will work directly with each PSMS both in-field and in-office to gain a complete understanding of their performance, abilities and fit within the organization.
-
Lead a team of early career individuals by providing hands-on, direct coaching through in-field and in-office learning opportunities.
-
Identify and develop areas of strength and opportunity for each team member through facilitated one-on-one feedback sessions.
-
Take ownership and drive territory sales growth by analyzing and overseeing strategic retail, wholesale and end-user initiatives.
-
Develop strong, consultative relationships with regional KDMs to support the Klein Tools brand and top-line sales growth.
-
Represent and market Klein Tools on university campuses to target and hire top talent.
-
Partner with trade schools and vocational programs to demonstrate Klein Tool's investment in the education of the next generation of tradespeople.
-
Work with Product, Sales and Marketing internal stakeholders to execute monthly training sessions to foster a culture of continuous learning and development.
-
Prepare and present quarterly talent performance reviews of direct reports, in collaboration with Program Manager, to executive stakeholders.
-
Gather and analyze feedback from internal stakeholders to identify continuous program improvements to align the program with larger organizational goals.
-
Drives effective communication and collaboration within the organization. Fosters good working relationships among team members and other key stakeholders.
-
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master's degree completed within the last two years in engineering, management, marketing or related business field or equivalent years of experience.
- 1 to 2 years of sales, marketing or management experience.
- Demonstrated ability and hunger to lead a team of early-career employees.
- Demonstrated understanding of retail and wholesale environments.
- An understanding and ability to perform related mathematics and financial calculations.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Strong organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Physical Demand Requirement
Occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Your main focus:
- Quality
- Customer Obsession
- Innovation
- Ownership
- Teamwork
Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at hr@kleintools.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Training And Development
Target companies with dedicated L&D functions
Large employers with internal training departments, like healthcare systems, financial institutions, and technology firms, are far more likely to sponsor OPT workers than small businesses. A formal L&D team signals the infrastructure needed to support visa sponsorship.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation
Training and Development positions qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when they require a specific bachelor's degree, such as instructional design, organizational psychology, or HR. Emphasize the degree requirement in your resume and cover letter to help employers understand sponsorship eligibility.
Raise OPT early, not after an offer
Mention your work authorization status during the first or second interview round. Waiting until the offer stage can stall or kill the process. Most employers appreciate transparency and can begin assessing sponsorship feasibility before making a commitment.
Pursue roles that align with a STEM-eligible degree
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as learning science or educational technology, clarify this with your DSO. A 24-month STEM OPT extension gives employers significantly more time and lowers the urgency around H-1B sponsorship timelines.
Build a portfolio of measurable training outcomes
Employers weighing sponsorship costs want evidence of impact. Document projects with concrete results, such as reduced onboarding time, improved assessment scores, or increased employee retention. Quantified outcomes make the sponsorship investment easier to justify internally.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly employers
Migrate Mate surfaces Training and Development roles at companies with a verified history of visa sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship willingness saves time and focuses your applications on employers already open to hiring international candidates on OPT.
Training And Development OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Training and Development jobs qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, most Training and Development roles qualify as specialty occupations when the position requires a specific bachelor's degree in a related field, such as instructional design, organizational psychology, human resources, or educational technology. Roles that accept any degree regardless of field are harder to sponsor. When evaluating job postings, look for degree requirements tied to a specific discipline, not just a generic preference for a four-year degree.
Can I work in Training and Development on OPT without sponsorship right away?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorizes you to work in your field of study for up to 12 months without any employer sponsorship. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as learning science or educational technology, you may be eligible for a 24-month extension. During this window, you can work for any qualifying employer while both you and your employer evaluate whether to pursue H-1B sponsorship for long-term authorization.
What degree fields best support an OPT Training and Development role?
Degrees in instructional design, organizational psychology, human resource management, learning and development, or educational technology map most directly to Training and Development positions and support both OPT eligibility and future H-1B specialty occupation claims. Degrees in communication, psychology, or business can also qualify depending on the specific job duties. Your OPT work must be directly related to your degree field, so confirm alignment with your DSO before accepting a position.
Where can I find Training and Development jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Training and Development roles at employers with a documented history of visa sponsorship. Rather than applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company won't sponsor, Migrate Mate lets you filter by sponsorship willingness from the start, focusing your time on opportunities that are realistically available to F-1 OPT students.
How should I handle the OPT authorization gap if my EAD hasn't arrived before my start date?
You cannot legally begin work until your EAD card is in hand and your OPT start date has passed. If there's a gap, communicate proactively with your employer and request a delayed start date. Most employers in Training and Development roles can accommodate a short delay. Apply for OPT as early as your school allows, which is typically up to 90 days before your program end date, to minimize the risk of a significant gap.