STEM OPT BI Analyst Jobs

BI Analyst roles in data warehousing, dashboard development, and SQL-based reporting qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in computer science, information systems, statistics, or a related CIP-coded field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months total to build your analytics career in the U.S.

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Open Jobs109+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type74% On-site
Median Salary$86K
Top LocationBaltimore, MD
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Comcast
Analyst, Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
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Analyst, Data Analytics & Business Intelligence
Comcast
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Business Analysis
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
Data Analytics
$59,504/yr - $123,966/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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PREVEA HEALTH
Business Intelligence Developer
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Business Intelligence Developer
PREVEA HEALTH
Green Bay, Wisconsin
Data Science & Analytics
Business Analysis
Data Science
Data Analytics
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4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Resource Management Service, LLC
Business Intelligence Data Analyst
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Business Intelligence Data Analyst
Resource Management Service, LLC
Birmingham, Alabama
Data Science & Analytics
Business Analysis
Data Science
Data Analytics
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Revel IT
Senior Business Intelligence Developer
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Senior Business Intelligence Developer
Revel IT
Grove City, Ohio
Business Analysis
Data Science & Analytics
Business Operations
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Data Science
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3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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HNTB Corporation
Project Controls BI Analyst
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Project Controls BI Analyst
HNTB Corporation
Charlotte, North Carolina
Business Analysis
Data Science & Analytics
Project & Program Management
Business Analyst
Data Science
Data Analytics
Project Management
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2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a BI Analyst

Verify your CIP code before applying

Pull your degree's CIP code from your DSO and cross-reference it against USCIS's STEM Designated Degree Program List. BI Analyst roles typically require computer science, information systems, or statistics degrees, so confirm your field maps correctly before targeting roles.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment during screening

Ask recruiters whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before your first interview. Employers must be E-Verify participants to hire STEM OPT students, and many smaller analytics teams or consulting firms aren't enrolled, which disqualifies them entirely.

Target companies with active LCA filings

Use Migrate Mate to filter BI Analyst roles by employers with DOL Labor Condition Application filing history. This signals that the company already understands work authorization requirements and has an established process for sponsoring employees.

Structure your I-983 training plan around specific BI tools

Your I-983 must document how the training advances your STEM education goals. List specific tools you'll use, such as Tableau, Power BI, or dbt, and connect each to a concrete learning outcome tied to your degree discipline to satisfy ICE's practical training standards.

Flag data engineering overlap in job descriptions

BI Analyst postings that blend ETL pipeline work or Python scripting often sit under SOC codes tied to software developers or data engineers. Check which SOC code the employer plans to use in the LCA, since it affects prevailing wage tier and OFLC Wage Search lookups.

Prepare for the 90-day filing window proactively

USCIS requires your STEM OPT extension application to be filed with your DSO's I-20 endorsement at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Coordinate with your employer's HR team early so the I-983 is signed and submitted before that window closes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does a BI Analyst role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

A BI Analyst role qualifies if the position requires applying STEM knowledge and your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information systems, statistics, or mathematics. The employer confirms the connection in your I-983 training plan. If the role is primarily business-facing with minimal technical application, your DSO may question whether it satisfies ICE's practical training standard.

What happens if my employer isn't enrolled in E-Verify?

You cannot work for that employer on a STEM OPT extension if they aren't enrolled in E-Verify. Enrollment is a legal requirement, not a preference. If you've already accepted an offer, your employer must complete E-Verify enrollment before your STEM OPT extension is approved. Ask HR to confirm enrollment status and provide the E-Verify company ID before you file your extension application.

Which STEM degrees support a STEM OPT extension for BI Analyst jobs?

Degrees in computer science, information systems, data science, statistics, applied mathematics, and industrial engineering are commonly used to support STEM OPT extensions for BI Analyst roles. Your degree's CIP code must appear on USCIS's STEM Designated Degree Program List. Check with your DSO to confirm your specific program qualifies before applying to positions.

How do I find BI Analyst employers that hire STEM OPT students?

Migrate Mate lets you filter BI Analyst roles by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and DOL filing history, so you can focus on companies that already have a process for STEM OPT students. This is more reliable than asking employers cold whether they sponsor, since many HR teams conflate OPT sponsorship with H-1B sponsorship and give inaccurate answers.

Does STEM OPT cap-gap protection apply if my H-1B is selected in the lottery?

Cap-gap extends your OPT and work authorization automatically through September 30 of the fiscal year your H-1B petition is pending, as long as your employer files the H-1B petition before your OPT expires. For BI Analyst roles, your employer typically files using SOC codes for data analysts or business intelligence analysts, and the cap-gap period requires no separate filing on your part.

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