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IT Support Specialist roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information technology, or a related field. The 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to work for an E-Verify enrolled employer while building toward long-term sponsorship.
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The IT Support Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day and event-based IT needs for Aramark Sports & Entertainment. This includes providing hands-on support for POS, back office, networking, and other systems ensuring that they are aligned with the IT Lead for the venue who will also support department and company initiatives.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for proactive support and maintenance around POS systems and other technologies in use during events.
- Communicate application issues to appropriate application owners and vendors.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality IT services to support the business.
- Work cooperatively and take direction from onsite IT Lead.
- Stay up to date on the latest IT trends and technologies.
- Be familiar with IT audits and security assessments.
- Resolve IT incidents and problems.
- Represent the IT department to onsite leadership.
- Employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- Working towards or possess an associate degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred but not required).
- 2+ years of experience working with IT Systems, ideal candidate has experience with Point-of-Sale systems.
- Has experience working in a concessions/stadium environment (preferred).
- Proven ability to effectively troubleshoot IT issues.
- Basic understanding of IT systems and infrastructure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work stadium/arena events while constantly on the move between properties.
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About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
Job Description
The IT Support Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day and event-based IT needs for Aramark Sports & Entertainment. This includes providing hands-on support for POS, back office, networking, and other systems ensuring that they are aligned with the IT Lead for the venue who will also support department and company initiatives.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for proactive support and maintenance around POS systems and other technologies in use during events.
- Communicate application issues to appropriate application owners and vendors.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality IT services to support the business.
- Work cooperatively and take direction from onsite IT Lead.
- Stay up to date on the latest IT trends and technologies.
- Be familiar with IT audits and security assessments.
- Resolve IT incidents and problems.
- Represent the IT department to onsite leadership.
- Employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- Working towards or possess an associate degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred but not required).
- 2+ years of experience working with IT Systems, ideal candidate has experience with Point-of-Sale systems.
- Has experience working in a concessions/stadium environment (preferred).
- Proven ability to effectively troubleshoot IT issues.
- Basic understanding of IT systems and infrastructure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work stadium/arena events while constantly on the move between properties.
Education
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an IT Support Specialist
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's CIP code against the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List before targeting roles. Information Technology degrees under CIP 11.x and Computer Science under 11.07 typically qualify, but your DSO confirms the match.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
Only E-Verify enrolled employers can extend your OPT by 24 months. Search the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment before applying, not after you receive an offer. Many small IT shops aren't enrolled.
Target help desk roles at E-Verify heavy industries
Federal contractors, healthcare networks, and financial institutions are legally required to use E-Verify, making them reliable STEM OPT employers. IT support is a core function at all three. Focus your search on Migrate Mate, which filters listings to E-Verify enrolled employers.
Build a training plan before your offer letter arrives
Your I-983 training plan must connect IT Support Specialist duties directly to your STEM degree. Draft the learning objectives section in advance using O*NET's task list for SOC code 15-1232, so you're ready to complete it within ten days of starting.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during the offer stage
IT Support Specialist roles fall under specialty occupation scrutiny because the H-1B requires a directly related bachelor's degree. Raise the sponsorship question before signing an offer, not at year two, to confirm the employer files I-129 petitions for this role type.
Understand cap-gap coverage if your H-1B is selected
If an employer files your H-1B by April 1 and USCIS selects it, cap-gap extends your STEM OPT authorization through September 30 automatically. Your EAD card expiring before October 1 doesn't interrupt your ability to keep working in the IT support role.
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Does an IT Support Specialist role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on both your degree and how the role is classified. The position must be directly related to your STEM degree, and your degree must appear on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List. IT Support Specialist roles are typically filed under SOC code 15-1232. Your DSO confirms eligibility by matching your degree's CIP code to that SOC classification before approving the I-20 extension.
What STEM degrees make you eligible for STEM OPT as an IT Support Specialist?
Degrees in Computer and Information Sciences (CIP 11.x), Computer Engineering (CIP 14.09), and Management Information Systems (CIP 11.04) are commonly approved. A general business degree won't qualify even if you've worked in IT for years. Check your transcript for the exact CIP code and cross-reference it against the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List before your DSO files the extension request.
How do I confirm an employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an IT support offer?
Use the E-Verify employer search tool to look up the company by name or FEIN before you accept. Enrollment status can lapse, so verify at the time of the offer, not when you researched the company six months earlier. If the employer isn't listed, they can enroll before your start date, but the enrollment must be active when you begin working.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an IT Support Specialist?
Your I-983 must map specific job duties to learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. For IT support roles, that means connecting tasks like network troubleshooting, systems administration, or hardware diagnostics to coursework in your degree program. Use O*NET's task descriptions for SOC 15-1232 to draft the duties section. Both you and your supervisor sign the plan, and your DSO must receive it within ten days of your start date.
Where can I find IT Support Specialist jobs that are already verified for STEM OPT eligibility?
Migrate Mate lists IT Support Specialist roles filtered for E-Verify enrolled employers, which is the baseline requirement for your STEM OPT extension. Searching there saves you from applying to companies that can't legally authorize your 24-month extension, which is the most common reason STEM OPT students accept offers that later fall through at onboarding.
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