STEM OPT Application Support Specialist Jobs
Application Support Specialist roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in a CIP-code-eligible field such as computer science, information systems, or engineering technology. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to sponsor the 24-month extension, giving you up to 36 months of total OPT work authorization to build experience in enterprise support environments.
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Get Access To All JobsJava Application Support Engineer
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Minneapolis, MN - Hybrid
Pay Range - $40 - $55
Job Description:
- Experience in technical production support and software engineering
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills
- Working knowledge of Linux/Unix, networking concepts, HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, and REST APIs
- Experience working with SQL and relational databases like Oracle and Postgres
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Java 17+
- Familiarity with Spring Boot APIs
- Familiarity with Kafka
- Familiarity with build and deployment tools
- Experience using logging, monitoring, and observability tools like Grafana, Kibana
- Experience with ticketing and collaboration tools such as Jira, ServiceNow platforms
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Strong ownership, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering
Benefits:
York Solutions offers a generous benefits package for eligible full-time employees:
- BCBS Medical with 3 Plans to choose from (PPO and High deductible PPO plans with Health Savings Program)
- Delta Dental plan with 2 free cleanings and insurance discounts
- Eye Med Vision with annual check-ups and discounts on lens
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance paid by company
- John Hancock 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary company match
- Voluntary Insurance programs such as: Hospital Indemnity, Identity Protection, Legal Insurance, Long Term Care, and Pet Insurance
- Flexible work environment with some remote working opportunities
- Strong fun and teamwork environment
- Learning, development, and career growth
Java Application Support Engineer
Contract
Minneapolis, MN - Hybrid
Pay Range - $40 - $55
Job Description:
- Experience in technical production support and software engineering
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills
- Working knowledge of Linux/Unix, networking concepts, HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, and REST APIs
- Experience working with SQL and relational databases like Oracle and Postgres
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Java 17+
- Familiarity with Spring Boot APIs
- Familiarity with Kafka
- Familiarity with build and deployment tools
- Experience using logging, monitoring, and observability tools like Grafana, Kibana
- Experience with ticketing and collaboration tools such as Jira, ServiceNow platforms
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Strong ownership, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering
Benefits:
York Solutions offers a generous benefits package for eligible full-time employees:
- BCBS Medical with 3 Plans to choose from (PPO and High deductible PPO plans with Health Savings Program)
- Delta Dental plan with 2 free cleanings and insurance discounts
- Eye Med Vision with annual check-ups and discounts on lens
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance paid by company
- John Hancock 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary company match
- Voluntary Insurance programs such as: Hospital Indemnity, Identity Protection, Legal Insurance, Long Term Care, and Pet Insurance
- Flexible work environment with some remote working opportunities
- Strong fun and teamwork environment
- Learning, development, and career growth
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Application Support Specialist
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before targeting roles. Information systems, computer science, and engineering technology degrees qualify, but business information systems degrees sometimes don't, depending on how your school classified the program.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment during screening
Ask recruiters whether the company is actively enrolled in E-Verify before your first interview. Enrollment status can lapse, so request the company's E-Verify Client ID or ask HR to confirm current enrollment directly, not just past participation.
Tailor your resume to ITIL and ticketing platforms
Application Support Specialist job postings frequently list ServiceNow, JIRA, or ITIL certification as requirements. Highlighting hands-on experience with these tools in your resume signals direct role fit and reduces employer hesitation around sponsoring a training plan extension.
Use Migrate Mate to filter E-Verify employers
Search Application Support Specialist openings on Migrate Mate, which filters results to employers verified as E-Verify enrolled. This removes the guesswork of checking enrollment individually and surfaces companies already set up to support your STEM OPT extension paperwork.
Start your I-983 training plan before your offer deadline
Draft your I-983 training plan outline as soon as you receive a verbal offer. Application Support roles map clearly to O*NET code 15-1232.00, which helps you and your DSO complete the learning objectives section before your employer needs to countersign.
Time your extension filing around your OPT end date
Submit your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires. If your H-1B visa is selected in the lottery, cap-gap coverage keeps your work authorization continuous through September 30 of the fiscal year the H-1B takes effect.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Application Support Specialist role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a qualifying STEM field such as computer science, information systems, or computer engineering and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. The role itself must relate directly to your degree field and be documented in an approved I-983 training plan signed by both you and your employer. USCIS reviews the degree-to-role connection, not just the job title.
Which STEM degrees support a STEM OPT extension for this role?
Degrees with CIP codes on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List qualify. Computer science, information systems, computer engineering, and management information systems are commonly eligible. Business administration degrees with a technology concentration may not qualify, depending on your school's CIP code assignment. Confirm your exact CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer that depends on STEM OPT authorization.
How do I verify that an employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an Application Support Specialist offer?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact to confirm active E-Verify enrollment and provide the company's E-Verify Client ID. Enrollment can lapse if a company hasn't re-enrolled after an audit or merger. You can also ask your DSO to run an independent check through SEVP's employer search tool. Do not assume enrollment based on company size or industry alone.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Application Support Specialist position?
Your I-983 must describe the specific skills you'll develop in the role, how they connect to your STEM degree, and measurable learning objectives tied to the job's technical responsibilities. For Application Support, this typically covers incident management workflows, system troubleshooting methodologies, and database query skills. Your employer's supervisor must countersign the plan before your DSO can update your SEVIS record and issue a new I-20.
Where can I find Application Support Specialist jobs that are open to STEM OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate lists Application Support Specialist openings filtered to employers enrolled in E-Verify, which is the baseline requirement for STEM OPT sponsorship. Searching there lets you focus on roles where the employer infrastructure already supports your extension paperwork, rather than discovering late in the process that a company isn't set up to file the required training plan documentation.