STEM OPT Network Coordinator Jobs

Network Coordinator roles in IT infrastructure, telecommunications, and systems administration qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension when your degree aligns with an eligible CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan before your extension begins.

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Amazon.com
Network Deployment Planner
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Amazon.com
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Network Deployment Planner
Amazon.com
New Albany, Ohio
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Project & Program Management
Network Engineering
Technical Program Management
Project Management
IT Support
$30 - $54/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Utah Valley University
Network Engineer III
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Utah Valley University
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Network Engineer III
Utah Valley University
Orem, Utah
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Network Engineering
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$73k - $86k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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University of Utah
Systems / Network Administrators
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University of Utah
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Systems / Network Administrators
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cybersecurity
IT Support
Systems Administration
Security Engineering
$45k - $55k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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CDK Global
Senior Field Network Engineer
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Senior Field Network Engineer
CDK Global
Charlotte, North Carolina
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
IT Support
Network Engineering
$35 - $40/hr
On-Site
Associate's

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Point72
Network Support Engineer
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Point72
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Network Support Engineer
Point72
New York, New York
IT Support & Systems Administration
Network Engineering
IT Support
Systems Administration
$100k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Network Coordinator

Verify your CIP code matches network roles

Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the STEM OPT designated degree list before applying. Computer and information sciences CIP codes under 11.xx and engineering technology codes under 15.xx commonly support Network Coordinator positions, but your DSO confirms the match.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Ask recruiters for their E-Verify company ID or check enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search before any offer stage. An employer not enrolled in E-Verify cannot legally support your STEM OPT extension, regardless of how willing they are to hire you.

Build an I-983 training plan around network operations

Draft your Form I-983 learning objectives before your first interview so you can discuss them with hiring managers. Network Coordinator duties like configuring routers, monitoring traffic, and managing VLANs translate directly into concrete, assessable training goals that satisfy USCIS requirements.

Target mid-size IT services firms with federal contracts

Companies holding federal IT contracts are already E-Verify enrolled by law, making them reliable targets for STEM OPT candidates. Network Coordinator roles at managed service providers and government contractors often involve structured on-the-job training that aligns naturally with I-983 reporting requirements.

Use Migrate Mate to filter for STEM OPT employers

Search Network Coordinator openings on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers with active E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring history. This removes the guesswork of researching employer eligibility manually and puts you in front of companies already set up to support your authorization.

Time your extension application against your OPT end date

File your STEM OPT extension application at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires and no later than 60 days after your program end date. Cap-gap protection only applies if your H-1B visa petition is filed on time, so your extension timeline directly affects future status continuity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Network Coordinator role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

It depends on your degree, not just the job title. Network Coordinator positions typically involve network administration, systems configuration, and infrastructure management, which align with STEM fields like computer science, information technology, and electrical engineering. Your DSO confirms whether your specific degree's CIP code appears on the STEM OPT designated degree list. The role itself must also relate directly to your field of study as documented in your I-983 training plan.

What does my employer need to do to support my STEM OPT?

Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign Form I-983, the training plan that documents your learning objectives, supervision structure, and how the Network Coordinator role relates to your STEM degree. USCIS requires the employer to evaluate your progress every six months and report any material changes to your DSO within five business days. Without E-Verify enrollment, the employer cannot lawfully support your extension regardless of their intent.

How do I verify that a Network Coordinator employer is enrolled in E-Verify?

You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool before accepting an offer. Ask the recruiter directly for the company's E-Verify company ID number during the offer stage, not after signing. Staffing agencies and third-party vendors who place you at a client site must also separately verify which entity serves as your employer of record, since the E-Verify requirement applies to that entity specifically.

How do I find Network Coordinator jobs that are open to STEM OPT candidates?

Migrate Mate lists Network Coordinator openings filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and documented STEM OPT hiring history, so you're not manually screening every posting for eligibility. When you apply, lead with your STEM OPT authorization timeline clearly stated in your application materials. Employers familiar with STEM OPT expect candidates to provide their OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility upfront.

What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my employer changes my role or location?

Material changes to your training plan, including a significant shift in job duties, a new supervisor, or a change in work location, must be reported to your DSO within five business days under USCIS regulations. Your DSO may need to update your SEVIS record and issue a new I-20. A minor location change within the same metro area typically does not require a new training plan, but a role change from network coordination to an unrelated function would likely disqualify the position from supporting your extension.