OPT Travel Coordinator Jobs
Travel Coordinator jobs on OPT are a strong fit for F-1 students with backgrounds in hospitality, tourism, business, or international studies. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations under STEM or non-STEM OPT, and many employers in corporate travel and event management are familiar with work authorization requirements.
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Are you an experienced Respiratory Therapist looking for premium compensation and maximum flexibility? Explore FirstChoice – Trinity Health's mobile staffing solution! FirstChoice RT’s are utilized to fill short and long-term assignments throughout the health system, and we need you to be a part of this innovative program! Nationwide and Regional opportunities available!
Enter Hours of shift here
What you will do:
- Qualified and willing to float throughout the hospital and/or throughout multiple hospital locations and/or regions
- Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates standard elements of professional practice per AARC guidelines.
- Acts independently & appropriately within, scope of knowledge & experience in practice area
- Retains accountability for delegation, choices, decisions & outcomes
- Collaborates with key stakeholders & contributes to quality & improvement practices & outcomes
- Exhibits agility & willingness to take on new & additional responsibilities
- Embraces new ideas & cultural differences while managing competing priorities
Minimum Qualifications:
- Respiratory Therapist
- Graduate of a two-year advanced practitioner - Accredited Respiratory Therapist program: Registry eligible.
- Current RRT credential.
- Valid State License in Respiratory Care if required in the state you are working.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, physicians and other health personnel and department management during all situations and in line with our mission and values.
- Analytical skills necessary to identify patient’s needs.
- Demonstrated basic computer skills in a Windows environment.
Position Highlights and Benefits:
- Premium Pay
- Flexible Scheduling
- Travel and Per Diem opportunities available
- Variety of Practice Settings
- DailyPay available
- Reimbursement of License and Certifications available per assignment
- Opportunity to participate in 403B program
Ministry Information:
FirstChoice offers rewarding Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, Surgical Technologist, and Health Care Professional travel positions with a flexible schedule to fit your life. FirstChoice travel Health Care Professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence. You’ll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally – your choice!
Job Details:
Location: Trinity Health Livingston
Start Date: ASAP
Weeks: 13
Hours: 3x12
Shift: Nights
Gross Hourly Rate: $62
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Employment Type:
Part time
Shift:
Description:
Are you an experienced Respiratory Therapist looking for premium compensation and maximum flexibility? Explore FirstChoice – Trinity Health's mobile staffing solution! FirstChoice RT’s are utilized to fill short and long-term assignments throughout the health system, and we need you to be a part of this innovative program! Nationwide and Regional opportunities available!
Enter Hours of shift here
What you will do:
- Qualified and willing to float throughout the hospital and/or throughout multiple hospital locations and/or regions
- Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates standard elements of professional practice per AARC guidelines.
- Acts independently & appropriately within, scope of knowledge & experience in practice area
- Retains accountability for delegation, choices, decisions & outcomes
- Collaborates with key stakeholders & contributes to quality & improvement practices & outcomes
- Exhibits agility & willingness to take on new & additional responsibilities
- Embraces new ideas & cultural differences while managing competing priorities
Minimum Qualifications:
- Respiratory Therapist
- Graduate of a two-year advanced practitioner - Accredited Respiratory Therapist program: Registry eligible.
- Current RRT credential.
- Valid State License in Respiratory Care if required in the state you are working.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, physicians and other health personnel and department management during all situations and in line with our mission and values.
- Analytical skills necessary to identify patient’s needs.
- Demonstrated basic computer skills in a Windows environment.
Position Highlights and Benefits:
- Premium Pay
- Flexible Scheduling
- Travel and Per Diem opportunities available
- Variety of Practice Settings
- DailyPay available
- Reimbursement of License and Certifications available per assignment
- Opportunity to participate in 403B program
Ministry Information:
FirstChoice offers rewarding Nursing, Respiratory Therapist, Surgical Technologist, and Health Care Professional travel positions with a flexible schedule to fit your life. FirstChoice travel Health Care Professionals fill critical positions when unforeseen or unplanned circumstances occur; or, when there is a position open due to an extended leave-of-absence. You’ll get to experience a variety of practice settings while traveling within your local region or traveling nationally – your choice!
Job Details:
Location: Trinity Health Livingston
Start Date: ASAP
Weeks: 13
Hours: 3x12
Shift: Nights
Gross Hourly Rate: $62
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Travel Coordinator
Target corporate travel departments over leisure agencies
Large corporations with dedicated travel teams are more likely to understand OPT work authorization than small leisure travel agencies. Fortune 500 companies and consulting firms routinely hire internationally and have HR infrastructure to support it.
Lead with your international background as an asset
Fluency in multiple languages, familiarity with international booking systems, and cross-cultural communication are genuinely valuable in this role. Frame your international student experience as directly relevant, not something that complicates your candidacy.
Know your OPT end date before applying
Employers will ask how long you're authorized to work. Having a clear, confident answer about your OPT expiration date and potential STEM extension eligibility signals professionalism and helps hiring managers plan around your timeline.
Clarify your role qualifies under specialty occupation standards
Travel Coordinator roles that require a degree in hospitality, business, or a related field meet specialty occupation criteria. Be prepared to explain this connection clearly if an employer expresses uncertainty about sponsoring your future H-1B visa.
Prioritize employers who have sponsored before
Companies with a track record of H-1B sponsorship are far more likely to support you through OPT and beyond. Search Migrate Mate to find Travel Coordinator roles at employers who have demonstrated sponsorship history.
Get your employment authorization documents ready early
Have your EAD card, I-20, and visa documents organized before your first interview. Employers familiar with OPT may ask to see authorization early in the process, and having everything ready removes friction from the hiring decision.
Travel Coordinator OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Travel Coordinator on OPT?
Yes, Travel Coordinator roles generally qualify for OPT work authorization when the position requires a bachelor's degree in hospitality, tourism, business, or a related field. Your job duties must be directly related to your degree. If your degree is in an unrelated field, the connection still needs to be demonstrable to remain compliant with F-1 OPT regulations.
Do Travel Coordinator jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Most Travel Coordinator positions do not qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension because the role typically falls under hospitality or business management, not a STEM-designated field. However, if your degree is in a STEM-designated program such as information systems or data analytics, and your employer uses those skills substantively in the role, a STEM extension may be possible. Confirm your degree's STEM designation with your DSO.
How do I find Travel Coordinator jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and lists Travel Coordinator roles at employers who are open to or experienced with work authorization. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company won't support international candidates.
What happens to my OPT if I change employers as a Travel Coordinator?
OPT is not tied to a specific employer, so you can change jobs during your OPT period as long as the new role is also directly related to your degree field. You must report the employer change to your DSO within 10 days. There is no formal transfer process, but gaps in employment exceeding 90 cumulative days can jeopardize your OPT status.
Will a Travel Coordinator employer sponsor me for an H-1B after OPT?
Some will, but it depends on the employer's size, HR resources, and sponsorship history. Travel Coordinator roles can qualify as specialty occupations if the position genuinely requires a relevant bachelor's degree, which is the foundation for H-1B eligibility. Focusing your search on employers who have previously sponsored H-1B petitions significantly improves your odds of finding a long-term path.