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Warehouse Clerk is one of the more accessible OPT-eligible roles in logistics and supply chain, with employers regularly sponsoring H-1B visa and other work visas for experienced candidates. Your 12-month OPT window, or 24-month STEM extension if your degree qualifies, gives you time to build the operational track record U.S. employers value.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Extra Space Storage, if it matters to you, it matters to us! It is a really exciting time to be at Extra Space Storage! We got our start in 1977. Today we are a New York Stock Exchange-traded company leading the self-storage industry in more ways than one. But in order to maintain this lead, we need exceptionally motivated, capable, and driven people like you. We offer a fast-paced collaborative environment where each of us directly contributes to the company’s success. Come join us and find out why so many of our employees recommend us as a great place to work.
We’re currently hiring for an Accounting Clerk at our corporate offices in Salt Lake City, UT. In this position, you will serve as part of the Accounting team reporting to the Accounting Director. Your responsibilities will include providing various levels of basic accounting support within the Property Accounting area in a high-volume, high-energy office environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Processing/researching invoices
- Assisting with accounting tasks while sites transition on/off the Extra Space platform
- Researching expenses
- Cash reviews
- Preparing journal entries
- Coordinating with multiple departments
- Communicating with owners
Education and/or Experience:
Two years of higher education, and/or three years of specific work experience. Accounting experience with a real estate or related company is helpful.
We pride ourselves on hiring top talent and provide the following benefits and more:
- Well defined career paths
- Qualify for Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits on Day 1
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending (FSA)
- Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short & Long Term Disability
- 401K with company match after 90 days of service
- Holiday pay and paid time off
- Extensive Wellness Program and various Employee Discount Programs
- Personal Health Advocate
- Free soda, coffee, and drinks all day every day and much, much more!
If you are a current Extra Space employee, please apply through Jobs Hub in Workday.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Applications Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
At Extra Space Storage, if it matters to you, it matters to us! It is a really exciting time to be at Extra Space Storage! We got our start in 1977. Today we are a New York Stock Exchange-traded company leading the self-storage industry in more ways than one. But in order to maintain this lead, we need exceptionally motivated, capable, and driven people like you. We offer a fast-paced collaborative environment where each of us directly contributes to the company’s success. Come join us and find out why so many of our employees recommend us as a great place to work.
We’re currently hiring for an Accounting Clerk at our corporate offices in Salt Lake City, UT. In this position, you will serve as part of the Accounting team reporting to the Accounting Director. Your responsibilities will include providing various levels of basic accounting support within the Property Accounting area in a high-volume, high-energy office environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Processing/researching invoices
- Assisting with accounting tasks while sites transition on/off the Extra Space platform
- Researching expenses
- Cash reviews
- Preparing journal entries
- Coordinating with multiple departments
- Communicating with owners
Education and/or Experience:
Two years of higher education, and/or three years of specific work experience. Accounting experience with a real estate or related company is helpful.
We pride ourselves on hiring top talent and provide the following benefits and more:
- Well defined career paths
- Qualify for Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits on Day 1
- Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending (FSA)
- Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short & Long Term Disability
- 401K with company match after 90 days of service
- Holiday pay and paid time off
- Extensive Wellness Program and various Employee Discount Programs
- Personal Health Advocate
- Free soda, coffee, and drinks all day every day and much, much more!
If you are a current Extra Space employee, please apply through Jobs Hub in Workday.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Applications Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Warehouse Clerk
Target logistics companies with established visa programs
Large third-party logistics providers and e-commerce fulfillment operations file H-1B visa petitions far more reliably than small warehouses. Search OFLC disclosure data to verify which employers have sponsored similar roles before applying.
Emphasize inventory systems experience on your resume
Proficiency with warehouse management systems like SAP, Oracle WMS, or Manhattan Associates significantly strengthens your candidacy. Employers are more likely to invest in sponsorship for candidates who reduce onboarding time and training costs.
Connect your degree field to the role explicitly
Supply chain, logistics, industrial engineering, and operations management degrees support OPT eligibility for Warehouse Clerk roles. Your cover letter should draw a direct line between your coursework and the operational responsibilities of the position.
Ask about sponsorship before investing heavily in the process
Warehouse Clerk roles vary widely in sponsorship willingness. Raise your OPT status early in the recruiter conversation to confirm the employer has sponsored work visas before, avoiding applications to companies that cannot support your timeline.
Pursue STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies
Degrees in supply chain management, industrial engineering, or operations research often qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. This gives employers a longer window to file an H-1B petition, which meaningfully improves your chances of sponsorship.
Demonstrate process improvement contributions during your OPT period
Employers weighing sponsorship costs want evidence you deliver measurable value. Document efficiency gains, error rate reductions, or workflow improvements during your OPT period. Concrete results make the sponsorship conversation considerably easier to initiate.
Warehouse Clerk OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students legally work as a Warehouse Clerk in the United States?
Yes, F-1 students on OPT can work as a Warehouse Clerk as long as the role is directly related to their field of study. Degrees in supply chain management, logistics, operations management, or industrial engineering typically satisfy this requirement. You must have a valid Employment Authorization Document before your first day of work.
Does a Warehouse Clerk job qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a degree in a STEM-designated field such as supply chain management, industrial engineering, or operations research, and your Warehouse Clerk role is directly related to that field, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify.
How do I find Warehouse Clerk employers who sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings by sponsorship willingness, saving you from applying to employers who cannot support your work authorization. Large third-party logistics companies and fulfillment operations tend to have more established visa programs than smaller independent warehouses, so prioritizing those employers improves your odds significantly.
What happens to my OPT if I lose my Warehouse Clerk job?
F-1 students on OPT are permitted a cumulative unemployment period of 90 days during standard OPT, or 150 days during a STEM OPT extension. If you lose your Warehouse Clerk position, your unemployment clock starts immediately. You must report the job loss to your Designated School Official and actively pursue new OPT-eligible employment within that window.
Will working as a Warehouse Clerk help me qualify for H-1B sponsorship later?
It can, particularly if your role involves responsibilities that support a specialty occupation finding, such as inventory analysis, logistics coordination, or systems administration within a warehouse environment. Employers are more likely to pursue H-1B sponsorship for OPT employees who have demonstrated operational value. Building documented experience with warehouse management systems strengthens that case considerably.