UI UX Designer Jobs for OPT Students
UI/UX Designer roles qualify for OPT work authorization when tied to a degree in interaction design, human-computer interaction, graphic design, or a related field. Most positions at technology companies, agencies, and startups actively sponsor H-1B visas, making this one of the stronger fields for long-term status.
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Sleeper is building the leading platform to connect friends over sports. On Sleeper, fans can check scores, play games, chat, share memes, and more. We have over 10 million fans on our platform worldwide, and we continually add new games and social features to expand the ultimate digital playground for sports fans.
LOCATION
- Hybrid (2 days): SF Bay Area, Seattle
- Remote: California (non-SF), Washington (non-Seattle), Oregon, or PST hours, with willingness to relocate for full-time
ABOUT THE DESIGN TEAM
We’re an agile group of designers passionate about building high-quality, intuitive experiences, but we’re also a tight-knit group that likes to have fun.
- We are willing to pick up a new sport or try out computer games together, for the purpose of “research”
- We work hard and play hard – we’re passionate and meticulous about our craft, but we also set time aside to have fun together
- We can see design everywhere and every day – we do annual trips to design-workshop together
YOU’LL HIT THE GROUND RUNNING
- Design user experiences across all of our platforms – iOS, Android, Web, Tablet
- Collaborate frequently with other designers in ideation sessions and receive feedback and mentorship from more senior designers
- Participate in design critiques to present your work to design team as well as business and engineering stakeholders
- Take ownership in aspects of design execution and create high-fidelity mockups and prototypes so engineers can ship your pixel-perfect designs
- Create design solutions that utilize design systems, and contribute to the development of our design system
- Be part of a small but mighty design team pushing the boundaries of product innovation to build the best product and further business goals
WE'RE SCOUTING FOR TEAM PLAYERS WHO HAVE...
- A graduation date of Summer 2026 or earlier; or graduates with some entry-level experience
- A strong portfolio, deck, or sample work showcasing your passion and foundations in design
- Ability to collaborate and work cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and other Business partners in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail with an understanding of the fundamentals of UX, interaction and visual design
- May not know everything about product design, but are passionate about learning and growing
EXTRA POINTS IF YOU…
- Have a degree in one of the following majors or related fields: HCI, web/media design, human-centered or UI/UX design
- Have experience with fantasy sports, daily fantasy, or sports betting—or just a serious passion for football or basketball
MORE ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP...
- Join a small cohort of interns collaborating with mentors and senior team members
- Get onboarded to our design process and ramp up to full projects, including a capstone
- Completing the 12-week program gives you priority for our open full-time roles
Sleeper believes in quality over quantity, and intentionally keeps our team small as a result. In past roles, our team members found it very hard to make a big impact when companies grow too large in size, which has a detrimental effect on the product and the impact any single individual can have. Our team includes designers, engineers, product experts, and finance & operation focused on one thing — connecting people over sports. We believe in fair and equitable pay. Certain locations in the United States require job postings to include a reasonable estimate of the base salary range and/or a general description of benefits and other compensation applicable to the role.
For this role in those locations, a reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for new hires is $20 USD to $32 USD per hour. No overtime work allowed, and the internship will be for 12 weeks or otherwise negotiated; salary upon potential, full-time conversion will be adjusted and further negotiated.
Please note that the compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
The policy of Sleeper is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity. Sleeper is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to jobs@sleeper.app.
Sleeper is backed by Silicon Valley’s top investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, General Catalyst, and Expa.
INTRODUCTION
Sleeper is building the leading platform to connect friends over sports. On Sleeper, fans can check scores, play games, chat, share memes, and more. We have over 10 million fans on our platform worldwide, and we continually add new games and social features to expand the ultimate digital playground for sports fans.
LOCATION
- Hybrid (2 days): SF Bay Area, Seattle
- Remote: California (non-SF), Washington (non-Seattle), Oregon, or PST hours, with willingness to relocate for full-time
ABOUT THE DESIGN TEAM
We’re an agile group of designers passionate about building high-quality, intuitive experiences, but we’re also a tight-knit group that likes to have fun.
- We are willing to pick up a new sport or try out computer games together, for the purpose of “research”
- We work hard and play hard – we’re passionate and meticulous about our craft, but we also set time aside to have fun together
- We can see design everywhere and every day – we do annual trips to design-workshop together
YOU’LL HIT THE GROUND RUNNING
- Design user experiences across all of our platforms – iOS, Android, Web, Tablet
- Collaborate frequently with other designers in ideation sessions and receive feedback and mentorship from more senior designers
- Participate in design critiques to present your work to design team as well as business and engineering stakeholders
- Take ownership in aspects of design execution and create high-fidelity mockups and prototypes so engineers can ship your pixel-perfect designs
- Create design solutions that utilize design systems, and contribute to the development of our design system
- Be part of a small but mighty design team pushing the boundaries of product innovation to build the best product and further business goals
WE'RE SCOUTING FOR TEAM PLAYERS WHO HAVE...
- A graduation date of Summer 2026 or earlier; or graduates with some entry-level experience
- A strong portfolio, deck, or sample work showcasing your passion and foundations in design
- Ability to collaborate and work cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and other Business partners in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail with an understanding of the fundamentals of UX, interaction and visual design
- May not know everything about product design, but are passionate about learning and growing
EXTRA POINTS IF YOU…
- Have a degree in one of the following majors or related fields: HCI, web/media design, human-centered or UI/UX design
- Have experience with fantasy sports, daily fantasy, or sports betting—or just a serious passion for football or basketball
MORE ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP...
- Join a small cohort of interns collaborating with mentors and senior team members
- Get onboarded to our design process and ramp up to full projects, including a capstone
- Completing the 12-week program gives you priority for our open full-time roles
Sleeper believes in quality over quantity, and intentionally keeps our team small as a result. In past roles, our team members found it very hard to make a big impact when companies grow too large in size, which has a detrimental effect on the product and the impact any single individual can have. Our team includes designers, engineers, product experts, and finance & operation focused on one thing — connecting people over sports. We believe in fair and equitable pay. Certain locations in the United States require job postings to include a reasonable estimate of the base salary range and/or a general description of benefits and other compensation applicable to the role.
For this role in those locations, a reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for new hires is $20 USD to $32 USD per hour. No overtime work allowed, and the internship will be for 12 weeks or otherwise negotiated; salary upon potential, full-time conversion will be adjusted and further negotiated.
Please note that the compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
The policy of Sleeper is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity. Sleeper is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to jobs@sleeper.app.
Sleeper is backed by Silicon Valley’s top investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, General Catalyst, and Expa.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as an UI UX Designer
Lead with your portfolio, not your resume
Hiring managers for design roles make decisions based on portfolio quality before reading credentials. A strong case study showing your research process, wireframes, and final outcomes signals professional readiness faster than any bullet point on a resume.
Target companies with established design teams
Organizations with dedicated UX teams, design systems, and product managers already understand visa sponsorship workflows. Smaller companies without in-house design functions are less likely to have legal infrastructure for sponsoring work authorization after OPT.
Tie your degree explicitly to the role
OPT authorization requires a direct connection between your job and your degree field. When applying, reference your relevant coursework in HCI, visual design, or interaction design so employers and USCIS can clearly see the specialty occupation requirement is met.
Document your OPT timeline before interviews
Know exactly when your OPT expires and whether you qualify for STEM OPT extension. Employers ask this directly. A confident, accurate answer with your end date and extension eligibility removes uncertainty and demonstrates you understand your own work authorization.
Emphasize cross-functional collaboration experience
UI/UX Designers who can demonstrate working with engineers, product managers, and stakeholders are more compelling sponsorship candidates. Companies invest in H-1B sponsorship for designers embedded in product teams, not those operating in isolation from development.
Highlight research methods alongside visual skills
User research, usability testing, and journey mapping strengthen the specialty occupation argument for OPT and visa purposes. Employers and immigration attorneys need evidence the role requires specialized knowledge, not just software proficiency like Figma or Adobe XD.
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Does a UI/UX Designer role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, provided your degree is in a related field such as interaction design, human-computer interaction, graphic design, or computer science. The role must require the application of that specialized knowledge. Positions at companies expecting only general creative skills without a degree requirement are harder to justify under OPT's specialty occupation framework.
Can I get a STEM OPT extension as a UI/UX Designer?
You may qualify for a 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in an eligible STEM field, most commonly human-computer interaction, computer science, or information technology programs with a design focus. Design degrees from arts-focused programs typically do not qualify. Check your degree's CIP code against the official STEM OPT designated degree program list to confirm.
How common is H-1B sponsorship for UI/UX Designers?
Sponsorship is relatively common at mid-size and large technology companies, consulting firms, and financial institutions with product teams. Startups and small agencies sponsor less frequently due to legal costs and administrative burden. Browsing OPT-specific job listings on Migrate Mate helps identify which employers have active sponsorship history for design roles before you apply.
What degree fields support a UI/UX Designer OPT position?
The strongest qualifying degrees are interaction design, human-computer interaction, user experience design, graphic design with a digital focus, and computer science. Some employers also accept information systems or cognitive science degrees when the role connects to research-heavy design work. Your academic transcripts should show coursework that maps directly to the responsibilities in the job description.
What should I include in my portfolio to appeal to sponsoring employers?
Prioritize case studies that show your full design process: discovery research, problem framing, wireframes, prototyping, usability testing, and final outcomes. Employers who sponsor visas want evidence of a repeatable, professional methodology, not just polished final screens. Including metrics such as task completion rates or reduction in support tickets makes the business impact of your work concrete and defensible.
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