STEM OPT Estate Appraiser Jobs
Estate Appraiser roles in property valuation, data analysis, and real estate assessment qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to support the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of total work authorization to build your appraisal career.
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Under the direction of the Director of Construction and Store Development, the M Manager, Real Estate Store Planning & CAD Design is responsible for managing the workflow, team development, process improvement, and final review of work by the team executing each store's layout and criteria in conjunction with the Construction Management team and key stakeholders. The role will be responsible for communication and collaboration with key partners in Space Planning to ensure prototypical fixture store layout plans align with key merchandising strategies, as well as management and support of the team by verifying and approving all plans with the CAD system of documentation and architectural and store layout files.
Major Activities
- Manage, assign, validate, and support the team responsible for creating Real Estate documents.
- Provides guidance for solutions/identifies restrictions as well as unique and diverse store layout designs and specifications for new, relocated, and remodel stores.
- Supports in the promotion of the company identity through designs that will enhance the experience for the customer.
- Manages, trains, and supports the team using AutoCAD, CAD files, and Architectural files to complete this work.
- Partners with Construction & Space Planning Management support team in collaborating with cross-functional teams and other key stakeholders to gather input and develop store layout design concept solutions, including Manager Store Design, Construction Managers, Real Estate Directors, and VP Store Development.
- Manages preparation and gives final approval for REC documents aligned with company deadlines.
- Reviews and supports the processing and replies to all redline field changes and Construction Manager direction, landlord, architect, and city comments by their team.
- Gives guidance that determines the most efficient space layout based on current prototype direction, customer needs, and projected sales volume.
- Supports their team to solve problems by working from the design criteria to find out of the box solutions.
- Trains & develops the team, leveraging solutions on specific challenging projects to promote growth across the team.
- Leads in the communication and conversations to expedite processes; creates and manages schedules to maintain priorities aligned with key stakeholders and their team.
- Develops strong lines of team communication and follow-up to ensure deadlines are met.
Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education
4-year degree in a related field or equivalent 5+ years of experience (e.g., Architecture, Interior Design, Merchandise Planning)
Minimum Special Certifications or technical skills
- AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project
- Design/space planning background - preferably in retail store layout design or commercial design
- Capable of reading, understanding, and maintaining architectural and store layout files
- Proficient in AutoCAD with experience in working with complex CAD files
- Understands how to read PDFs and convert them to accurate CAD files for layout purposes
Minimum Type of experience the job requires
- Experience leading a team of three or more individuals for 2-4 years
- 6+ years of experience in a related field (e.g., Retail Design, Merchandising, Commercial Construction)
- Strong organizational and project management skills to keep up with the workload and project requirements.
- Detail-oriented, able to compare different pieces of information to create accurate background files.
- Experience communicating to senior leadership
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Special Certifications or technical skills
- Retail store experience - merch/fixture understanding and worked in a store to understand customer needs
- Has basic knowledge of ADA requirements
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative.
At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more.
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
INTRODUCTION
Under the direction of the Director of Construction and Store Development, the M Manager, Real Estate Store Planning & CAD Design is responsible for managing the workflow, team development, process improvement, and final review of work by the team executing each store's layout and criteria in conjunction with the Construction Management team and key stakeholders. The role will be responsible for communication and collaboration with key partners in Space Planning to ensure prototypical fixture store layout plans align with key merchandising strategies, as well as management and support of the team by verifying and approving all plans with the CAD system of documentation and architectural and store layout files.
Major Activities
- Manage, assign, validate, and support the team responsible for creating Real Estate documents.
- Provides guidance for solutions/identifies restrictions as well as unique and diverse store layout designs and specifications for new, relocated, and remodel stores.
- Supports in the promotion of the company identity through designs that will enhance the experience for the customer.
- Manages, trains, and supports the team using AutoCAD, CAD files, and Architectural files to complete this work.
- Partners with Construction & Space Planning Management support team in collaborating with cross-functional teams and other key stakeholders to gather input and develop store layout design concept solutions, including Manager Store Design, Construction Managers, Real Estate Directors, and VP Store Development.
- Manages preparation and gives final approval for REC documents aligned with company deadlines.
- Reviews and supports the processing and replies to all redline field changes and Construction Manager direction, landlord, architect, and city comments by their team.
- Gives guidance that determines the most efficient space layout based on current prototype direction, customer needs, and projected sales volume.
- Supports their team to solve problems by working from the design criteria to find out of the box solutions.
- Trains & develops the team, leveraging solutions on specific challenging projects to promote growth across the team.
- Leads in the communication and conversations to expedite processes; creates and manages schedules to maintain priorities aligned with key stakeholders and their team.
- Develops strong lines of team communication and follow-up to ensure deadlines are met.
Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education
4-year degree in a related field or equivalent 5+ years of experience (e.g., Architecture, Interior Design, Merchandise Planning)
Minimum Special Certifications or technical skills
- AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project
- Design/space planning background - preferably in retail store layout design or commercial design
- Capable of reading, understanding, and maintaining architectural and store layout files
- Proficient in AutoCAD with experience in working with complex CAD files
- Understands how to read PDFs and convert them to accurate CAD files for layout purposes
Minimum Type of experience the job requires
- Experience leading a team of three or more individuals for 2-4 years
- 6+ years of experience in a related field (e.g., Retail Design, Merchandising, Commercial Construction)
- Strong organizational and project management skills to keep up with the workload and project requirements.
- Detail-oriented, able to compare different pieces of information to create accurate background files.
- Experience communicating to senior leadership
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Special Certifications or technical skills
- Retail store experience - merch/fixture understanding and worked in a store to understand customer needs
- Has basic knowledge of ADA requirements
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative.
At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more.
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Estate Appraiser
Confirm your CIP code before applying
Check that your STEM degree maps to an approved CIP code covering quantitative fields like data science, statistics, or finance. Estate appraisal roles often cite analytical skill sets, so a mismatch between your CIP code and the role's SOC code can derail your extension.
Verify E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask the hiring contact directly whether the firm is enrolled in E-Verify before signing anything. State-licensed appraisal firms and small independent practices frequently are not enrolled, which disqualifies them from employing STEM OPT students.
Search E-Verify-enrolled appraisal employers on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search by E-Verify enrollment to surface qualifying estate appraisal employers. Migrate Mate surfaces this verification status so you don't spend weeks pursuing firms that can't legally support your STEM OPT extension.
Draft your I-983 training plan around appraisal competencies
Your I-983 must document specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not just job duties. For estate appraisers, frame objectives around valuation modeling, market data analysis, and regression techniques that directly apply your quantitative training.
Target firms with existing appraisal trainee programs
Larger real estate services companies and commercial appraisal shops often run structured trainee pipelines that include licensing supervision. These firms are far more likely to have E-Verify enrollment and HR processes already in place for work-authorized hires.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor your salary negotiation
Look up prevailing wages for your SOC code and geographic area before discussing compensation. DOL requires STEM OPT employers to pay prevailing wages, and walking in with OFLC Wage Search data shows you understand the compliance requirements from both sides.
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Does an Estate Appraiser role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. The extension is granted based on your CIP code, so your STEM degree in a field like data science, finance, or applied mathematics must appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Appraisal roles that emphasize quantitative analysis, valuation modeling, or market data work can align well with eligible STEM degrees, but USCIS evaluates your credentials, not the employer's job description.
Does an estate appraisal employer have to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes, E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement. Your employer must be actively enrolled before your DSO can recommend the STEM OPT extension in SEVIS. Many independent appraisers and small boutique firms are not enrolled, so verify enrollment status early in the process. You can confirm directly with the employer's HR contact or check E-Verify's public employer search tool. Migrate Mate flags E-Verify enrollment so you can filter qualifying firms before applying.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Estate Appraiser position?
The I-983 requires you and your employer to document specific learning objectives that connect your STEM degree to your day-to-day role. For estate appraisers, that means describing how you'll apply skills like statistical regression, data interpretation, or financial modeling to property valuation work. Generic job duty descriptions don't satisfy the requirement. Your DSO reviews and approves the plan, and USCIS can audit it, so the connection between your degree field and your appraisal tasks needs to be explicit and defensible.
What happens to my STEM OPT if I'm still waiting on my extension when my initial OPT ends?
If you filed your STEM OPT extension application before your initial OPT EAD expired, you're covered by a 180-day cap-gap rule that lets you keep working under the same employer while USCIS processes your application. You must stay with the same E-Verify-enrolled employer during this period. Your DSO can provide documentation confirming your authorized status if your employer's HR team needs it.
How do I find estate appraisal employers who are set up to hire STEM OPT students?
The two filters that matter most are E-Verify enrollment and a role that connects to your STEM degree field. Large commercial real estate firms and national valuation companies are more likely to meet both criteria than solo practitioners or small residential appraisal offices. Migrate Mate lets you search estate appraisal roles filtered by E-Verify enrollment, so you can focus your applications on employers who can actually support your authorization from day one.
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