STEM OPT IT Support Jobs
IT Support roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension when your degree maps to an eligible CIP code in computer science, information technology, or a related field. You get 24 additional months of work authorization beyond your initial OPT, but your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before you can start.
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Deploys, supports, and maintains standardized technology environments at job sites and offices. Implements Meraki network equipment, conference room systems, and endpoint configurations in accordance with enterprise standards.
At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.
As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.
JOB SUMMARY
Deploys, supports, and maintains standardized technology environments at job sites and offices. Implements Meraki network equipment, conference room systems, and endpoint configurations in accordance with enterprise standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deploys and configures jobsite network equipment and connectivity solutions.
- Installs and maintains field hardware, workstations, mobile devices, and site infrastructure.
- Troubleshoots and resolves site-level technical issues per service standards.
- Maintains asset tracking, recovery, and documentation within established systems.
- Supports project startup and closeout technology requirements.
- Coordinates escalations with Infrastructure and Service Delivery teams.
- Ensures field environments adhere to enterprise security and configuration standards.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Associate’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience considered.
WORK EXPERIENCE
2–4 years of experience in IT field support, networking, or systems administration required.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Networking or IT service management certification preferred.
Successful completion of a background check is required.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
INTRODUCTION
Deploys, supports, and maintains standardized technology environments at job sites and offices. Implements Meraki network equipment, conference room systems, and endpoint configurations in accordance with enterprise standards.
At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.
As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.
JOB SUMMARY
Deploys, supports, and maintains standardized technology environments at job sites and offices. Implements Meraki network equipment, conference room systems, and endpoint configurations in accordance with enterprise standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deploys and configures jobsite network equipment and connectivity solutions.
- Installs and maintains field hardware, workstations, mobile devices, and site infrastructure.
- Troubleshoots and resolves site-level technical issues per service standards.
- Maintains asset tracking, recovery, and documentation within established systems.
- Supports project startup and closeout technology requirements.
- Coordinates escalations with Infrastructure and Service Delivery teams.
- Ensures field environments adhere to enterprise security and configuration standards.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
Associate’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience considered.
WORK EXPERIENCE
2–4 years of experience in IT field support, networking, or systems administration required.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Networking or IT service management certification preferred.
Successful completion of a background check is required.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in IT Support
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to an approved STEM field in the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. IT Support roles supported by computer science or information systems degrees typically qualify, but management information systems and similar hybrid programs have been questioned at adjudication.
Screen employers for E-Verify enrollment early
Ask recruiters whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before your first interview, not after an offer. Many smaller IT Support employers, including managed service providers, aren't enrolled and can't legally onboard STEM OPT students without completing enrollment first.
Build your I-983 training plan around measurable IT goals
Your Form I-983 must connect your daily IT Support tasks to specific learning outcomes tied to your STEM degree. Vague descriptions like 'resolving tickets' get rejected by DSOs. Tie duties to concrete skills: network diagnostics, systems administration, or cybersecurity incident response.
Target IT departments at E-Verify-enrolled companies on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter IT Support roles at employers already enrolled in E-Verify. Applying through channels that surface E-Verify status upfront cuts the back-and-forth with HR and shortens your time to an I-983-ready offer.
Use OFLC Wage Search to negotiate from a documented baseline
Pull the prevailing wage for your SOC code and metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any IT Support offer. STEM OPT doesn't have a wage floor requirement, but your I-983 must show the position is a bona fide training opportunity, and a wage well below prevailing levels raises DSO concerns.
File your STEM OPT extension application 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS requires you to file at least 90 days before your initial OPT end date to maintain work authorization continuity. If your I-765 is pending when OPT expires, your 180-day cap-gap protection covers you only if you've already filed on time and remain in valid F-1 status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an IT Support role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
IT Support positions qualify when your employer can document that the role requires applying knowledge from your STEM degree. The position's SOC code matters: roles classified under Computer User Support Specialists or Network Support Specialists typically align with computer science and IT degree programs on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Your DSO reviews both your degree's CIP code and the job duties on your I-983 before recommending the extension.
What happens if my employer isn't enrolled in E-Verify?
You can't work on STEM OPT at an employer that isn't enrolled in E-Verify, full stop. If you receive an offer and the employer isn't enrolled, they must complete E-Verify enrollment before you start. This process typically takes a few days to a few weeks depending on how quickly the employer acts. Confirm enrollment status before signing an offer letter to avoid gaps in your authorization.
How do I write an I-983 training plan for an IT Support position?
Your Form I-983 must describe specific tasks that connect your daily IT Support work to your STEM degree curriculum. List concrete activities like configuring network hardware, performing systems analysis, or supporting cybersecurity protocols, then map each to a learning objective. Generic language like 'helping users with technology problems' won't satisfy your DSO or USCIS. Your employer's supervisor must co-sign the plan and attest that the role is a genuine training opportunity.
How do I find IT Support employers who accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters IT Support roles by employers enrolled in E-Verify and with a history of hiring international students, so you're not applying blind. Many smaller IT Support shops and managed service providers haven't navigated STEM OPT before, which means even a willing employer can create delays. Focusing on employers with prior experience significantly reduces the back-and-forth over documentation requirements.
Does the cap-gap rule protect me if my H-1B is selected but my OPT expires first?
Yes, cap-gap protection extends your OPT work authorization from your OPT expiration date through September 30 of the fiscal year your H-1B visa petition is filed for, as long as you have a timely filed, non-frivolous H-1B petition and remain in valid F-1 status. Your employer must still be enrolled in E-Verify during the cap-gap period. Check your I-20 and EAD carefully, and confirm with your DSO that your STEM OPT extension was properly authorized before the cap-gap kicks in.