OPT User Experience UX Jobs
User Experience UX roles qualify for OPT work authorization when the position requires a degree in a relevant field such as Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, or Psychology. Most UX positions at tech companies, agencies, and startups fall within STEM-adjacent or design disciplines, making them strong fits for standard 12-month OPT.
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Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs.
Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Junior UX Designer will work closely with an existing team of high performing UX Designers, User Experience Researchers, and Visual Designers to create the user experience for the core journeys and products of AmericanExpress.com. You will partner closely with functional leads in a fast moving, agile team. As a Jr. UX Designer you will be hands on in all aspects of user experience developments including: gathering and understanding business & user needs, creating information architecture diagrams, building out detailed annotated wireframes, high/low fidelity prototypes and a wide range of strategic UX deliverables. Responsibilities include:
- Transform ideas, business opportunities, research and creative vision into tangible assets that provide clear, usable, useful and desirable outcomes for users
- Create detailed wireframes, information architecture diagrams, mental models, personae’s, usability testing stimulus, site maps, story boards, user flows and high / low fidelity prototypes along with a wide range of UX assets and deliverables
- Work closely with team leads to drive best digital experiences through all phases of product development, ship, and iterate
- Effectively act on partner feedback, user testing results and learning’s to improve assets, products and services
- Develop fast moving, tangible design process that deliver quality experiences within sprint cycles
- Brainstorm, ideate, and iterate as needed
- Work in collaboration with key project team members, including user experience researchers, product owners, tech leads, developers, strategy, PM, and visual design
- Be a passionate advocate for the user, ground ideas in data driven solutions by partnering with our User Experience Research team to incorporate customer insights and principles throughout the creative process.
- Ensure adherence to design best practices, standards, brand consistency
QUALIFICATIONS
- 0-3 years UX / Interaction experience designing consumer facing applications, websites and mobile experiences
- Ability to simplify and turn complex interactions into intuitive user experiences
- Exceptional skills in ideation, sketching, concepting, brainstorming, and UX asset production
- Ability to create both low fidelity usable prototypes
- Fluency with design tools, most notably OmniGraffle, Ilustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Invision and/or other UX & prototyping software
- Introductory knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Introductory knowledge and/or experience working in agile product development
- Introductory knowledge and/or experience designing responsively across devices
- Excellent relationship management, verbal & written communication skills
- Clear and confident communicator with an affinity for visual storytelling
- Strong portfolio showing breadth of UX Design work
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT
- Degree in Computer Science, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction or related field, or equivalent working experience
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To Set up Interview please contact:
Vishwas Jaggi
973-475-7482
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Established in 1991, Collabera has been a leader in IT staffing for over 22 years and is one of the largest diversity IT staffing firms in the industry. As a half a billion dollar IT company, with more than 9,000 professionals across 30+ offices, Collabera offers comprehensive, cost-effective IT staffing & IT Services. We provide services to Fortune 500 and mid-size companies to meet their talent needs with high quality IT resources through Staff Augmentation, Global Talent Management, Value Added Services through CLASS (Competency Leveraged Advanced Staffing & Solutions) Permanent Placement Services and Vendor Management Programs.
Collabera recognizes true potential of human capital and provides people the right opportunities for growth and professional excellence. Collabera offers a full range of benefits to its employees including paid vacations, holidays, personal days, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Junior UX Designer will work closely with an existing team of high performing UX Designers, User Experience Researchers, and Visual Designers to create the user experience for the core journeys and products of AmericanExpress.com. You will partner closely with functional leads in a fast moving, agile team. As a Jr. UX Designer you will be hands on in all aspects of user experience developments including: gathering and understanding business & user needs, creating information architecture diagrams, building out detailed annotated wireframes, high/low fidelity prototypes and a wide range of strategic UX deliverables. Responsibilities include:
- Transform ideas, business opportunities, research and creative vision into tangible assets that provide clear, usable, useful and desirable outcomes for users
- Create detailed wireframes, information architecture diagrams, mental models, personae’s, usability testing stimulus, site maps, story boards, user flows and high / low fidelity prototypes along with a wide range of UX assets and deliverables
- Work closely with team leads to drive best digital experiences through all phases of product development, ship, and iterate
- Effectively act on partner feedback, user testing results and learning’s to improve assets, products and services
- Develop fast moving, tangible design process that deliver quality experiences within sprint cycles
- Brainstorm, ideate, and iterate as needed
- Work in collaboration with key project team members, including user experience researchers, product owners, tech leads, developers, strategy, PM, and visual design
- Be a passionate advocate for the user, ground ideas in data driven solutions by partnering with our User Experience Research team to incorporate customer insights and principles throughout the creative process.
- Ensure adherence to design best practices, standards, brand consistency
QUALIFICATIONS
- 0-3 years UX / Interaction experience designing consumer facing applications, websites and mobile experiences
- Ability to simplify and turn complex interactions into intuitive user experiences
- Exceptional skills in ideation, sketching, concepting, brainstorming, and UX asset production
- Ability to create both low fidelity usable prototypes
- Fluency with design tools, most notably OmniGraffle, Ilustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Invision and/or other UX & prototyping software
- Introductory knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Introductory knowledge and/or experience working in agile product development
- Introductory knowledge and/or experience designing responsively across devices
- Excellent relationship management, verbal & written communication skills
- Clear and confident communicator with an affinity for visual storytelling
- Strong portfolio showing breadth of UX Design work
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT
- Degree in Computer Science, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction or related field, or equivalent working experience
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To Set up Interview please contact:
Vishwas Jaggi
973-475-7482
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in User Experience UX
Frame your portfolio around business impact
UX hiring managers want to see outcomes, not just deliverables. Quantify your case studies with metrics like task completion rates, user satisfaction scores, or conversion improvements. Numbers make your work legible to both designers and non-designers in the hiring process.
Know which OPT category your degree falls under
Human-Computer Interaction and Information Science degrees often qualify for STEM OPT extension. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying to roles, so you can accurately communicate your authorization timeline to recruiters during the interview process.
Apply early in the OPT window
UX hiring cycles often run four to eight weeks from first-round interview to offer. Starting your search three to four months before your OPT start date gives employers enough runway to complete the process before your authorization becomes urgent.
Target companies with established design teams
Larger organizations with dedicated UX departments are more experienced with OPT work authorization. They have HR processes already in place, which reduces friction and delays compared to smaller companies encountering OPT documentation requirements for the first time.
Be explicit about your authorization type upfront
State clearly that you have OPT work authorization and whether you qualify for the STEM extension. Employers often assume international students require immediate H-1B visa sponsorship, so correcting this early in the conversation removes a common barrier to moving forward.
Highlight transferable research skills for UX roles
User research, usability testing, and synthesis methods translate directly from academic psychology, anthropology, and information science backgrounds. Connecting your coursework to practical UX research methods helps recruiters understand your qualifications even if your degree title is unconventional.
User Experience UX OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do User Experience UX jobs qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization?
Yes, UX roles qualify for OPT when the position is directly related to your degree field. Degrees in Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, Information Science, Psychology, and Computer Science all support UX job authorization. Your DSO can confirm the connection between your specific degree and the role before you accept an offer.
Can I get a STEM OPT extension working as a UX designer or researcher?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. Degrees classified under Computer Science, Information Technology, or Human-Computer Interaction typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Design-only degrees without a STEM classification generally do not. Confirm your CIP code with your international student office before banking on an extension.
How do I find UX jobs where employers are open to hiring OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers, so the roles listed there are from employers already familiar with or open to OPT work authorization. Filtering by UX or design roles on Migrate Mate surfaces positions where you won't spend time convincing employers that OPT is a valid work authorization type.
Does my OPT need to start before I begin a UX internship or full-time role?
Yes. You cannot work before your OPT start date appears on your EAD card, even if your employer is ready to onboard you. Coordinate your OPT application timeline with your DSO well in advance, since USCIS typically takes three to five months to process EAD applications from the date of filing.
What documentation do UX employers typically ask for when hiring OPT students?
Employers will request your EAD card, current F-1 visa, I-20 with OPT authorization endorsed by your DSO, and passport. Some employers also ask for your I-94 arrival record to confirm your lawful admission. Keep digital copies of all documents ready, since onboarding teams often need them before your first day to complete Form I-9 verification.