Training And Education Specialist Jobs for OPT Students
Training and Education Specialist roles are among the more OPT-friendly positions in the workforce development space, with strong demand from corporations, nonprofits, and government contractors. Most roles require a degree in education, instructional design, or a related field, and STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your specific program classification.
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Working under the general supervision of the Claims Director, provide an effective education program to advance the quality and production level of the Claims Department by developing and delivery claims training programs that continuously improves the Claims Department performance to meet the NSS strategic goals. Coordinate, plan, prepare, schedule, deliver, and evaluate staff education, manuals, and materials. Assist with the orientation, education and integration of new employees in the Claims Department. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Medical Foundation and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Education preferred. Or equivalent educ/experience
Any combination of experience or equivalent background:
* 5 years of experience of acquired in-depth technical knowledge of functional area i.e., claims operations, HMO products, industry claims processing procedures, contracts, billing and overall managed care processes, etc.
* Proficiency and experience in using multimedia training resources and MS Office applications such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel, etc.
* Experience in design, development and facilitation of educational programs in a corporate setting a plus. Ability to create computer-based learning programs a plus.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About The Team
Providence Clinical Network (PCN) is a service line within Providence serving patients across seven states with quality, compassionate, coordinated care. Collectively, our medical groups and affiliate practices are the third largest group in the country with over 11,000 providers, 900 clinics and 30,000 caregivers. PCN is comprised of Providence Medical Group in Alaska, Washington, Montana and Oregon; Swedish Medical Group in Washington’s greater Puget Sound area, Pacific Medical Centers in western Washington; Kadlec in southeast Washington; Providence’s St. John’s Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Institute in Southern California; Providence Facey Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Foundation in Northern and Southern California; and Covenant Medical Group and Covenant Health Partners in west Texas and eastern New Mexico.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requisition ID: 409985
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Learning & Development
Job Function: Human Resources
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Day
Career Track: Business Professional
Department: 7520 CLAIMS PROCESSING CA HERITAGE SERVICES
Address: CA Mission Hills 11165 N Sepulveda Blvd
Work Location: Facey Sepulveda Annex-Mission Hills
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Pay Range: $29.62 - $45.31
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Description
Working under the general supervision of the Claims Director, provide an effective education program to advance the quality and production level of the Claims Department by developing and delivery claims training programs that continuously improves the Claims Department performance to meet the NSS strategic goals. Coordinate, plan, prepare, schedule, deliver, and evaluate staff education, manuals, and materials. Assist with the orientation, education and integration of new employees in the Claims Department. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Medical Foundation and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Education preferred. Or equivalent educ/experience
Any combination of experience or equivalent background:
* 5 years of experience of acquired in-depth technical knowledge of functional area i.e., claims operations, HMO products, industry claims processing procedures, contracts, billing and overall managed care processes, etc.
* Proficiency and experience in using multimedia training resources and MS Office applications such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel, etc.
* Experience in design, development and facilitation of educational programs in a corporate setting a plus. Ability to create computer-based learning programs a plus.
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
About The Team
Providence Clinical Network (PCN) is a service line within Providence serving patients across seven states with quality, compassionate, coordinated care. Collectively, our medical groups and affiliate practices are the third largest group in the country with over 11,000 providers, 900 clinics and 30,000 caregivers. PCN is comprised of Providence Medical Group in Alaska, Washington, Montana and Oregon; Swedish Medical Group in Washington’s greater Puget Sound area, Pacific Medical Centers in western Washington; Kadlec in southeast Washington; Providence’s St. John’s Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Institute in Southern California; Providence Facey Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Foundation in Northern and Southern California; and Covenant Medical Group and Covenant Health Partners in west Texas and eastern New Mexico.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requisition ID: 409985
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Learning & Development
Job Function: Human Resources
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Day
Career Track: Business Professional
Department: 7520 CLAIMS PROCESSING CA HERITAGE SERVICES
Address: CA Mission Hills 11165 N Sepulveda Blvd
Work Location: Facey Sepulveda Annex-Mission Hills
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Pay Range: $29.62 - $45.31
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Training And Education Specialist
Highlight instructional design tools in your resume
Employers hiring Training and Education Specialists want to see hands-on experience with tools like Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or LMS platforms. Listing these specifically signals you can contribute from day one without a long ramp-up period.
Target employers with established L&D departments
Large corporations, healthcare systems, and federal contractors typically have dedicated learning and development teams, which means structured onboarding and a higher likelihood of H-1B sponsorship after your OPT period ends. Smaller companies often lack that infrastructure.
Frame your OPT timeline proactively with employers
Bring up your work authorization early in conversations. Employers in training roles plan curriculum projects months out, so knowing your OPT end date helps them assess fit before investing in your onboarding and project assignments.
Pursue a STEM-adjacent degree path if possible
Instructional Technology and Learning Sciences programs often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to three years of work authorization. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying to roles expecting longer tenure.
Build a portfolio of training materials you have created
A strong portfolio of e-learning modules, facilitator guides, or curriculum samples does more than a resume alone. Employers can immediately assess your skill level, reducing the perceived risk of sponsoring a candidate still navigating visa timelines.
Research which employers have previously filed H-1B petitions
Not all training departments sponsor visas, but many mid-size and enterprise employers do. Checking public H-1B disclosure data helps you prioritize applications toward companies with a real track record of sponsoring international employees in similar roles.
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Do Training and Education Specialist roles qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, Training and Education Specialist positions qualify for OPT as long as the role is directly related to your field of study. If your degree is in education, instructional design, human resource development, or a closely related field, the work is considered authorized under standard OPT. Confirm the connection with your DSO if your degree is from an adjacent discipline.
Can I get a STEM OPT extension working as a Training and Education Specialist?
It depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code. Degrees in Instructional Technology, Educational Technology, or Learning Sciences often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. A general Education degree typically does not. Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility, since employers in this field often expect tenure longer than 12 months.
Where can I find Training and Education Specialist jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate lists Training and Education Specialist roles specifically filtered for F-1 OPT students, so you can browse opportunities without guessing which employers are open to candidates on work authorization. Searching there saves time compared to filtering general job boards that do not surface sponsorship-friendly employers reliably.
Do employers in this field commonly sponsor H-1B visas after OPT ends?
Sponsorship rates vary significantly. Large corporations with formal learning and development departments, federal contractors, and healthcare systems are more likely to sponsor than small nonprofits or community organizations. Focusing your search on employers with 500 or more employees and a dedicated HR or L&D function generally improves your odds of finding a path beyond OPT.
What counts as a qualifying job for OPT in the training and education field?
A qualifying OPT position must be directly related to your degree and at least 20 hours per week. For Training and Education Specialists, this typically includes roles involving curriculum development, employee onboarding programs, e-learning design, or facilitating corporate or academic training sessions. Volunteer work and unpaid internships can count toward the requirement but must still meet the field-of-study connection test.
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