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Entry level jobs are a strong fit for STEM OPT students: most require the bachelor's degrees that qualify you for the 24-month extension, and entry-level hiring cycles give you time to confirm E-Verify enrollment before your initial OPT period ends. Your 36 months of total work authorization covers a full early-career runway.
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Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Junior IT Technical Support to support our Facilities Sector. This position will follow established procedures to troubleshoot, coordinate, and resolve systems or hardware-related incidents. The position is responsible for the initial analysis, diagnosis, and troubleshooting of events. Ensure reported production outages/incidents are communicated and resolved expeditiously. Manage staff onboarding and offboarding processes. Provide helpdesk-related support in all areas of IT functions for the Airport Development Group.
Responsibilities:
- Answer incoming customer emails to the Help Desk.
- Follow established procedures to diagnose and troubleshoot system issues.
- Analyze, determine, and document reported production outages/incidents.
- Determine severity, impact, and nature of incidents. Escalate as needed.
- Communicate clearly with other team members.
- Submit tickets for new service or application requests in Freshdesk and IT Service-Now and other related tracking applications.
- Complete onboarding or offboarding functions for staff being mobilized or demobilized.
- Perform hardware and software installations.
- Oversee deployments and relocations of staff at various locations throughout the airport footprint.
- Provide IT support at Division-wide sponsored events.
- Provide on-the-job training to new department staff members.
- Provide computer orientation to new staff.
HARDWARE AND INFRASTRUCTURE EXPERIENCE:
- PC Hardware Troubleshooting: Capable of diagnosing and resolving hardware component failures, including motherboards, power supplies, memory, and storage devices. Proficient in handling upgrades, replacements, and configurations.
- Network Infrastructure Troubleshooting: Capable of identifying and resolving common LAN/WAN issues such as cabling faults, switch/router configuration errors, and IP conflict resolution. Adept in managing network performance and connectivity troubleshooting, including wireless networks and VPN issues.
INSTALLATION, CONFIGURATION, AND MAINTENANCE:
- Windows Operating Systems: Proficient in the installation, configuration, and administration of Windows operating systems (Windows 10, 11). Experienced in applying security patches, system updates, and driver updates.
- Microsoft Office 365 Suite: Proficient in deploying, troubleshooting, and providing user support for both standalone Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 versions. Highly experienced with core productivity tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as collaboration and integration solutions like OneDrive and Teams.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field preferred
- 5 years or more experience.
- Relevant Professional Licensure & Certifications preferred
- Must be able to lift at least 40lbs.
- Ability to organize short and long-term tasks and communicate the status of tasks with clients and management.
- Effective oral and written communication skills, with an ability to communicate complex issues to a non-technical audience.
- Ability to work with others.
- Self-starter with results-driven focus.
- Capability to assume additional responsibilities.
- Demonstrated experience managing data coordination and conversion projects.
SALARY RANGE: $66,000 to $75,000 per year.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Hybrid
LOCATION: Los Angeles, California.
OUR COMPANY:
Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference
Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.
National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.
Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.
ENHANCING EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING
Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.
Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.
For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.
Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California’s future!
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Overview:
Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Junior IT Technical Support to support our Facilities Sector. This position will follow established procedures to troubleshoot, coordinate, and resolve systems or hardware-related incidents. The position is responsible for the initial analysis, diagnosis, and troubleshooting of events. Ensure reported production outages/incidents are communicated and resolved expeditiously. Manage staff onboarding and offboarding processes. Provide helpdesk-related support in all areas of IT functions for the Airport Development Group.
Responsibilities:
- Answer incoming customer emails to the Help Desk.
- Follow established procedures to diagnose and troubleshoot system issues.
- Analyze, determine, and document reported production outages/incidents.
- Determine severity, impact, and nature of incidents. Escalate as needed.
- Communicate clearly with other team members.
- Submit tickets for new service or application requests in Freshdesk and IT Service-Now and other related tracking applications.
- Complete onboarding or offboarding functions for staff being mobilized or demobilized.
- Perform hardware and software installations.
- Oversee deployments and relocations of staff at various locations throughout the airport footprint.
- Provide IT support at Division-wide sponsored events.
- Provide on-the-job training to new department staff members.
- Provide computer orientation to new staff.
HARDWARE AND INFRASTRUCTURE EXPERIENCE:
- PC Hardware Troubleshooting: Capable of diagnosing and resolving hardware component failures, including motherboards, power supplies, memory, and storage devices. Proficient in handling upgrades, replacements, and configurations.
- Network Infrastructure Troubleshooting: Capable of identifying and resolving common LAN/WAN issues such as cabling faults, switch/router configuration errors, and IP conflict resolution. Adept in managing network performance and connectivity troubleshooting, including wireless networks and VPN issues.
INSTALLATION, CONFIGURATION, AND MAINTENANCE:
- Windows Operating Systems: Proficient in the installation, configuration, and administration of Windows operating systems (Windows 10, 11). Experienced in applying security patches, system updates, and driver updates.
- Microsoft Office 365 Suite: Proficient in deploying, troubleshooting, and providing user support for both standalone Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 versions. Highly experienced with core productivity tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as collaboration and integration solutions like OneDrive and Teams.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field preferred
- 5 years or more experience.
- Relevant Professional Licensure & Certifications preferred
- Must be able to lift at least 40lbs.
- Ability to organize short and long-term tasks and communicate the status of tasks with clients and management.
- Effective oral and written communication skills, with an ability to communicate complex issues to a non-technical audience.
- Ability to work with others.
- Self-starter with results-driven focus.
- Capability to assume additional responsibilities.
- Demonstrated experience managing data coordination and conversion projects.
SALARY RANGE: $66,000 to $75,000 per year.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Hybrid
LOCATION: Los Angeles, California.
OUR COMPANY:
Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference
Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.
National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.
Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.
ENHANCING EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING
Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.
Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.
For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.
Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California’s future!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Entry Level
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to a DHS-designated STEM field. Your DSO can confirm this from your I-20, and mismatches discovered after filing delay or invalidate your extension.
Screen job postings for E-Verify language
Look for 'E-Verify employer' or 'authorized to work in the U.S.' disclosures in the job listing. If neither appears, ask the recruiter directly before investing time in the process, since E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter entry level roles by employers already confirmed as E-Verify participants on Migrate Mate. This removes the guesswork of vetting sponsorship eligibility yourself and puts you in front of roles structured for OPT students from day one.
Draft your I-983 training plan early
The I-983 must document specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree before your employer signs it. Prepare a draft outlining your role, skills you'll develop, and how each maps to your field so the employer review goes quickly.
Time your application to your OPT end date
Submit your STEM OPT extension application no later than 90 days before your initial OPT expires. USCIS recommends filing earlier given processing variability, and a gap in authorization resets your job search timeline significantly.
Confirm the role qualifies as a training experience
USCIS requires that your entry level position provide practical training directly related to your degree. Review the job description against your I-983 objectives before accepting an offer to avoid a denial or a required amendment later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work in an entry level job on STEM OPT?
Yes. Entry level roles qualify for STEM OPT as long as the position provides practical training directly related to your STEM degree and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. The role doesn't need to be senior or highly specialized. What matters is the connection between your job duties and your degree field, which you document on the I-983 training plan.
How do I know if an entry level employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact directly whether the company is an E-Verify participant. Some job postings include this disclosure, but many don't. You can also ask for the company's E-Verify company ID as confirmation. Migrate Mate filters entry level listings by verified E-Verify employers, so you can skip this vetting step and apply with confidence.
What STEM degrees qualify me for the 24-month OPT extension?
Your degree must fall under a DHS-designated STEM Classification of Instructional Programs code. Common qualifying fields include computer science, engineering, mathematics, biology, chemistry, and data science, but the full list is maintained by DHS and tied to the CIP code on your I-20. Your DSO can confirm your eligibility before you file. Degrees outside designated codes don't qualify regardless of how technical the role is.
What is the I-983 and what do I need from my entry level employer?
The I-983 is a training plan that documents how your entry level role connects to your STEM degree. You and your employer complete it together before your extension is filed. Your employer must describe your job duties, identify the skills you'll gain, and sign the form. USCIS can request it during a site visit, so both you and your employer should keep copies for the full duration of your authorization.
Does cap-gap coverage apply while my STEM OPT extension is pending?
Cap-gap applies to F-1 students whose H-1B visa petition is filed before their OPT expires, not to the STEM OPT extension itself. If you're in your initial OPT period and your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf, cap-gap extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. The STEM OPT extension is a separate process filed with USCIS and doesn't trigger cap-gap coverage on its own.