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Training Specialist roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in instructional design, human resources, education, or organizational development. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations for OPT purposes. STEM OPT extensions are available when the role falls under CIP codes tied to education technology or data-driven learning design.
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Ready to run your own center? As a Guest Experience & Sales Manager in Training at an Artemis Wax–owned European Wax Center, you will work alongside and report to an experienced Guest Experience & Sales Manager while you learn every part of running a center in the beauty industry. You bring the management experience. We will teach you the industry.
You will learn to lead sales, develop a team of Sales & Guest Experience Associates and licensed Wax Specialists, and own full center results. This is a sales leadership role. Package sales and guest retention are at the heart of the job, and you will be expected to model strong sales performance from day one. You may be assigned to one or more centers during training.
Once you have met all training requirements, you will be considered for promotion to Guest Experience & Sales Manager.
This is a salaried exempt role that requires full schedule availability and the days and hours needed to complete assigned tasks and responsibilities.
This position offers a competitive total compensation package made up of base salary plus commission and bonus potential. The range listed represents total target compensation, not base salary alone.
This Team Member must uphold the Artemis Wax Core Values:
- We are Team Players
- We Play to Win
- We Bring the Energy
- We are Committed
Responsibilities: Essential Job Functions
In this role, you will learn and prepare to manage all of the responsibilities below.
Training and Development
- Successfully complete all required training and show strong performance, especially in sales and coaching others.
- Manage the center day to day when the Guest Experience & Sales Manager is not there.
Sales and People Leadership
- Lead the center’s sales performance and inspire the team to meet and exceed revenue and operating goals.
- Model and coach our sales approach so every team member can confidently recommend and sell service packages.
- Develop team members to reach their full potential. Coach, mentor, evaluate, and lead performance.
- Identify, recruit, and develop talent at every level of the center, including partnerships with beauty schools and other sources to recruit Wax Specialists and Sales & Guest Experience Associates.
- Communicate clearly and set direction for the team. Monitor performance and provide recognition and feedback.
- Ensure the center meets brand standards at all times.
Business Results
- Own the center’s performance across revenue and sales performance metrics.
- Review results daily, coach the right behaviors, and plan ahead.
- Create action plans with the team to improve daily, weekly, monthly, and annual performance.
- Manage guest traffic, conversion, and staffing to deliver strong results.
- Lead center operations, including payroll, ordering, and compliance.
Qualifications
- 1 – 2 years of management experience in specialty sales and service, with proven success leading and developing people
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated results-oriented leadership
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated and process focused
- Team member centric, with an open and supportive management style that creates a positive environment where you and your team are excited to come to work each day
- Outstanding communication skills
- Fun. You must have fun.
Work Environment
- Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, communicate with others, work well with guests, and accept constructive feedback from direct supervisors.
- Must be able to change activities often and cope with interruptions.
- Must be able to stand or sit for up to 8 hours per day.
- Must be able to move between several tasks happening at the same time.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
- Talking and hearing occur continuously when communicating with guests, team members, and leadership.
- Job duties, tasks, and schedule may change to meet the needs of the business. Full availability is required.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
Receipt and Acknowledgements
I acknowledge and understand that:
- Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, or an employment contract of any kind and that my employment is at-will.
- The job description provides a general summary of the position, however, is not all-inclusive. I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions with or without reasonable accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions.
- Job duties, tasks, work hours and work requirements may be changed from time to time as business need dictates.
- Acceptable job performance includes completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of Artemis Wax.
Position Summary
Ready to run your own center? As a Guest Experience & Sales Manager in Training at an Artemis Wax–owned European Wax Center, you will work alongside and report to an experienced Guest Experience & Sales Manager while you learn every part of running a center in the beauty industry. You bring the management experience. We will teach you the industry.
You will learn to lead sales, develop a team of Sales & Guest Experience Associates and licensed Wax Specialists, and own full center results. This is a sales leadership role. Package sales and guest retention are at the heart of the job, and you will be expected to model strong sales performance from day one. You may be assigned to one or more centers during training.
Once you have met all training requirements, you will be considered for promotion to Guest Experience & Sales Manager.
This is a salaried exempt role that requires full schedule availability and the days and hours needed to complete assigned tasks and responsibilities.
This position offers a competitive total compensation package made up of base salary plus commission and bonus potential. The range listed represents total target compensation, not base salary alone.
This Team Member must uphold the Artemis Wax Core Values:
- We are Team Players
- We Play to Win
- We Bring the Energy
- We are Committed
Responsibilities: Essential Job Functions
In this role, you will learn and prepare to manage all of the responsibilities below.
Training and Development
- Successfully complete all required training and show strong performance, especially in sales and coaching others.
- Manage the center day to day when the Guest Experience & Sales Manager is not there.
Sales and People Leadership
- Lead the center’s sales performance and inspire the team to meet and exceed revenue and operating goals.
- Model and coach our sales approach so every team member can confidently recommend and sell service packages.
- Develop team members to reach their full potential. Coach, mentor, evaluate, and lead performance.
- Identify, recruit, and develop talent at every level of the center, including partnerships with beauty schools and other sources to recruit Wax Specialists and Sales & Guest Experience Associates.
- Communicate clearly and set direction for the team. Monitor performance and provide recognition and feedback.
- Ensure the center meets brand standards at all times.
Business Results
- Own the center’s performance across revenue and sales performance metrics.
- Review results daily, coach the right behaviors, and plan ahead.
- Create action plans with the team to improve daily, weekly, monthly, and annual performance.
- Manage guest traffic, conversion, and staffing to deliver strong results.
- Lead center operations, including payroll, ordering, and compliance.
Qualifications
- 1 – 2 years of management experience in specialty sales and service, with proven success leading and developing people
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated results-oriented leadership
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated and process focused
- Team member centric, with an open and supportive management style that creates a positive environment where you and your team are excited to come to work each day
- Outstanding communication skills
- Fun. You must have fun.
Work Environment
- Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, communicate with others, work well with guests, and accept constructive feedback from direct supervisors.
- Must be able to change activities often and cope with interruptions.
- Must be able to stand or sit for up to 8 hours per day.
- Must be able to move between several tasks happening at the same time.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
- Talking and hearing occur continuously when communicating with guests, team members, and leadership.
- Job duties, tasks, and schedule may change to meet the needs of the business. Full availability is required.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
Receipt and Acknowledgements
I acknowledge and understand that:
- Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, or an employment contract of any kind and that my employment is at-will.
- The job description provides a general summary of the position, however, is not all-inclusive. I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions with or without reasonable accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions.
- Job duties, tasks, work hours and work requirements may be changed from time to time as business need dictates.
- Acceptable job performance includes completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of Artemis Wax.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Training Specialist
Target employers with established L&D departments
Large organizations with dedicated Learning and Development teams are more likely to have sponsored international employees before. Corporate training departments at healthcare systems, financial institutions, and tech firms are worth prioritizing over small businesses with no HR infrastructure.
Clarify your OPT authorization upfront
Training Specialist roles sometimes attract confusion about work authorization. Be direct on applications: state your OPT end date, whether you qualify for STEM extension, and that no immediate H-1B visa sponsorship is needed. Removing ambiguity early keeps you in the running.
Align your degree field to the job description
OPT requires your job to relate to your degree field. If you studied instructional design, organizational psychology, or HR management, make that connection explicit in your resume and cover letter. Vague alignment raises red flags for employers unfamiliar with OPT requirements.
Build a portfolio of training materials
Hiring managers for Training Specialist roles respond to concrete evidence of instructional ability. Develop sample e-learning modules, facilitator guides, or needs analysis frameworks you can share. A portfolio demonstrates specialty occupation-level expertise and strengthens your case for sponsorship.
Pursue SHRM or ATD certification before your search
The SHRM-CP and ATD Certified Professional in Talent Development credentials signal professional-level competency to employers. Holding a recognized certification also reinforces that your Training Specialist role qualifies as a specialty occupation, which matters when employers evaluate sponsorship decisions.
Negotiate H-1B sponsorship before your OPT expires
Start the H-1B conversation with your employer at least six months before your OPT end date. H-1B registration opens each March for an October start, and employers who have never sponsored before need lead time to engage immigration counsel and prepare the petition.
Training Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Training Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT?
Yes, in most cases. A Training Specialist position qualifies as a specialty occupation when it requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as instructional design, human resources, organizational development, or education. If your employer's job description lists a generic degree requirement without specifying a field, that can weaken the case. Make sure the role description matches your actual degree discipline before accepting.
Can F-1 students on STEM OPT work as Training Specialists?
Yes, if your degree falls under an eligible STEM CIP code. Instructional design, educational technology, and certain HR analytics degrees qualify. Your role must also involve applying STEM knowledge in a practical setting, which data-driven learning design or performance analytics work typically satisfies. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before assuming STEM OPT extension eligibility.
How do I find Training Specialist jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Browse Training Specialist listings on Migrate Mate, which is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations during interviews. Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers who have a documented history of hiring international candidates.
What happens to my OPT if my Training Specialist contract ends early?
You enter the 60-day grace period immediately when authorized employment ends before your OPT expiration date. During those 60 days, you can search for a new qualifying position, but you cannot work. If you secure a new Training Specialist role within that window, report the new employer to your DSO promptly and update your SEVIS record to maintain lawful status.
Do Training Specialist roles typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Many do, particularly at mid-size and large organizations with formal HR or Learning and Development functions. Employers who invest in building internal training programs tend to view Training Specialists as long-term hires rather than contractors, which makes them more willing to sponsor. Roles at consulting firms or staffing agencies are less predictable and worth evaluating individually.