STEM OPT Network Engineer Jobs

Network Engineer roles in enterprise IT, cloud infrastructure, and telecommunications qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree aligns with an eligible CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll work under a formal I-983 training plan tied to your engineering responsibilities.

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Overview

Open Jobs296+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type85% On-site
Median Salary$93K
Top LocationSeattle, WA
Most JobsAmazon.com

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LTIMindtree
Network Engineer
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Network Engineer
LTIMindtree
Fort Worth, Texas
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity
Network Engineering
Cloud Engineering
$88,000/yr - $98,000/yr
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Ascendion
Optical Network Engineer
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Optical Network Engineer
Ascendion
Arlington, Virginia
Specialized Engineering
IT Support & Systems Administration
Engineering (Non-Software)
Network Engineering
$98,000/yr - $105,000/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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University of Pennsylvania
Wireless Network Engineer
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University of Pennsylvania
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Wireless Network Engineer
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
IT Support & Systems Administration
Network Engineering
IT Support
$70,500/yr - $105,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Meta
Network Engineer
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Network Engineer
Meta
El Paso, Texas
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Data Science & Analytics
Network Engineering
Technical Program Management
IT Support
$135,000/yr - $191,000/yr
On-Site
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Florida Gulf Coast University
Network Engineer III
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Florida Gulf Coast University
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Network Engineer III
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, Florida
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Network Engineering
IT Support
Technical Program Management
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Network Engineer

Verify your CIP code before applying

Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to an approved STEM field. Computer engineering, computer science, and electrical engineering CIP codes are common fits for Network Engineer roles, but information systems degrees vary by institution.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Ask recruiters directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you advance to offer negotiations. An employer can legally hire you only if enrolled, so confirming this early prevents wasted time on roles that can't authorize your OPT extension.

Tailor your I-983 training plan to the role

Network Engineer training plans must connect your daily tasks, such as routing protocol configuration or network security monitoring, to your STEM degree's learning objectives. Generic plans get flagged by your DSO, so align specific job duties to identifiable academic competencies from your program.

Target employers with active infrastructure hiring cycles

Use Migrate Mate to filter Network Engineer openings by employers whose E-Verify enrollment is already confirmed, so you're only applying to roles where your STEM OPT authorization can actually be processed without delay.

Check prevailing wage levels before evaluating offers

Network Engineer roles fall under Standard Occupational Classification codes that DOL tracks for LCA filings. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area to know whether an offer meets Level I through Level IV wage thresholds before accepting.

Extend your authorization window before OPT expires

File your STEM OPT extension application with USCIS at least 90 days before your initial OPT end date. A timely filing triggers a 180-day cap-gap so you can keep working while USCIS processes your extension, avoiding any gap in authorization.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, if your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your degree carries an approved STEM CIP code. Network engineering work typically aligns with computer engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science programs. You can cross-reference your role's Standard Occupational Classification code against the O*NET occupation profile to confirm the technical degree requirement that supports your extension eligibility.

What should my I-983 training plan include for a Network Engineer position?

Your I-983 must map specific job duties to concrete learning objectives from your STEM degree. For a Network Engineer, that means listing tasks like designing WAN architectures, configuring BGP or OSPF routing, or managing firewall policies, then connecting each to relevant coursework or academic competencies. Your employer's supervisor signs the plan, and your DSO must approve it before your extension is filed with USCIS.

How do I find Network Engineer employers who are enrolled in E-Verify?

Migrate Mate filters Network Engineer job listings to show only employers whose E-Verify enrollment is confirmed, which removes the guesswork from your application process. You can also ask a recruiter directly or request confirmation in writing before any offer stage, since STEM OPT work authorization is only valid with an enrolled employer.

What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my Network Engineer employer loses E-Verify enrollment?

If your employer's E-Verify enrollment lapses or is terminated, your STEM OPT authorization becomes invalid for that employer. You must either find a new E-Verify-enrolled employer and update your I-983 with your DSO, or stop working immediately. USCIS requires continuous E-Verify enrollment for the full duration of your STEM OPT period, not just at the time of filing.

Does the 60-day grace period apply if my Network Engineer contract ends before my STEM OPT expires?

Yes. If your Network Engineer role ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new qualifying employer, transfer your I-983 training plan to that employer, and notify your DSO. You cannot work during this grace period, but it gives you time to secure a new offer with an E-Verify-enrolled company before your overall STEM OPT authorization is affected.

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