OPT Transportation Clerk Jobs
Transportation Clerk jobs are open to F-1 OPT students with degrees in logistics, supply chain, business administration, or operations management. These roles involve coordinating shipments, maintaining freight records, and supporting dispatch teams, making them a strong match for STEM OPT extensions when tied to qualifying logistics technology systems.
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Take Your Design Career to the Next Level
Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!
Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.
Step into your new role
Kleinfelder is currently searching for an Entry-Level Transportation Engineer to join our Team in the Perrysburg, Ohio office. The position can be remote or hybrid.
Responsibilities
- Roadway geometric design, pavement design, Right-of-Way Plan preparation and regulation knowledge under supervision of an experienced engineer.
- Drainage and storm water design.
- Preparing project cost estimates.
- Construction Administration.
- Site Visits.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Pavement marking and signage design.
- Reviewing shop drawings.
- Responding to request for information about projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
- Minimum of 0-3 years of related experience.
- Experience with MicroStation ORD and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D a plus.
- Experience with the Ohio Department of Transportation a plus.
- EIT certification a plus.
- Live in Perrysburg surrounding Ohio area a plus.
- Construction experience a plus.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.
Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
Job Description
Take Your Design Career to the Next Level
Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!
Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high‑impact solutions.
Step into your new role
Kleinfelder is currently searching for an Entry-Level Transportation Engineer to join our Team in the Perrysburg, Ohio office. The position can be remote or hybrid.
Responsibilities
- Roadway geometric design, pavement design, Right-of-Way Plan preparation and regulation knowledge under supervision of an experienced engineer.
- Drainage and storm water design.
- Preparing project cost estimates.
- Construction Administration.
- Site Visits.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Pavement marking and signage design.
- Reviewing shop drawings.
- Responding to request for information about projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology.
- Minimum of 0-3 years of related experience.
- Experience with MicroStation ORD and/or AutoCAD Civil 3D a plus.
- Experience with the Ohio Department of Transportation a plus.
- EIT certification a plus.
- Live in Perrysburg surrounding Ohio area a plus.
- Construction experience a plus.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.
Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Transportation Clerk
Target logistics companies with established OPT hiring
Large freight carriers, third-party logistics providers, and port operators regularly hire OPT students for clerk roles. These companies have HR infrastructure to handle work authorization paperwork and are familiar with the 90-day unemployment limit.
Connect your degree field to the job description
Your offer letter and duties must align with your degree for OPT authorization to hold up. Frame supply chain coursework, operations research, or business analytics as directly relevant when applying to transportation clerk positions.
Clarify STEM OPT eligibility with your DSO early
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field like logistics engineering or supply chain management, ask your DSO whether this role qualifies for a 24-month extension. Employer enrollment in E-Verify is required before you can apply.
Apply before your OPT start date approaches
Employers unfamiliar with OPT need time to review your EAD and confirm your employment start date aligns with authorization. Starting the application process two to three months early gives hiring managers the runway to get comfortable.
Track your unemployment days carefully during your search
OPT students can only remain unemployed for 90 days total during standard OPT. Keep a log of your application activity and any gaps between jobs so you stay within compliance throughout your transportation clerk job search.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly transportation employers
Browse Transportation Clerk listings on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers open to sponsoring or hiring OPT students. This saves significant time compared to applying blindly to postings with no indication of work authorization openness.
Transportation Clerk OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Transportation Clerks?
Yes. F-1 students authorized for OPT can work as Transportation Clerks as long as the role is directly related to their degree field. Degrees in logistics, supply chain management, business administration, or operations management typically satisfy this requirement. Your DSO can confirm whether a specific offer qualifies before you accept.
Do Transportation Clerk jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
They can, depending on your degree and the employer's use of technology systems. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field, such as supply chain engineering or industrial engineering, and the role involves data analysis, transportation management software, or logistics optimization tools, it may qualify. The employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm eligibility with your DSO before applying for the extension.
Are Transportation Clerk roles considered specialty occupations for future H-1B sponsorship?
Not always. Standard Transportation Clerk roles are often considered clerical and may not meet the H-1B visa specialty occupation threshold, which requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field as a minimum requirement. However, roles that emphasize data systems, logistics technology, or supply chain analytics carry a stronger case. Discuss long-term visa strategy with an immigration attorney if H-1B sponsorship is part of your plan.
How do I find Transportation Clerk jobs that are open to OPT students?
Many job postings don't explicitly state whether they accept OPT authorization, which makes filtering difficult on general platforms. Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and surfaces Transportation Clerk listings from employers who are open to hiring OPT workers. Searching there reduces the time spent on applications that will be rejected due to work authorization requirements.
What documents do I need to start a Transportation Clerk job on OPT?
You'll need your EAD card, a valid passport, your F-1 visa, and your I-20 with the OPT authorization page. Your employer will use these for Form I-9 employment eligibility verification. Keep copies of all documents and your OPT approval notice. If your EAD hasn't arrived yet, USCIS recommends providing your employer a receipt notice combined with your other identity documents.