Transportation F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in California
Transportation F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in California span supply chain analytics, autonomous vehicle engineering, and logistics technology, with major employers like Waymo, Uber Freight, and Flexport headquartered in the Bay Area and Los Angeles. California's port infrastructure, tech-driven mobility sector, and freight corridor networks make it one of the most active states for STEM-eligible transportation roles.
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Salary
Undergraduate Program: $20/HR
Graduate Program: $22/HR
Our company is looking for a qualified intern to join our EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) team. Our EHS department is pivotal for the safety of our employees. This department oversees EHS compliance at all levels; audits, communication, handling of hazardous goods, training and development initiatives and enable us to provide best in class services to major companies nationwide. We seek an intern who can participate in various stages of operations, organization, development and enhancement.
This intern should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment, be able to handle several assignments concurrently, and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of EHS, and an in-depth understanding of Contract Logistics.
Responsibilities:
Candidate will be tasked and trained on the following areas of responsibilities:
- Participate in Safety and Environmental audits
- Research Environmental Aspect data
- Assist with Safety root cause analysis
- Create and disseminate EHS announcements
- Assist with EHS training events
- Assist with EHS training documents
- Review EHS company policies
- Research new EHS technologies
- Analyze safety data
- Create and maintain EHS dashboards
- Assist with DOT data collection
Qualifications
Company is looking for an undergraduate student who preferably is majoring in Occupational Safety, Business, Logistics, Contract Logistics, Business Development, and/or Logistics Engineering. This person should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with extensive knowledge of Web usage, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
Requirements for Undergraduate Students
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university as a full-time student (minimum of 12 semester hours)
- Must have a minimum of 60 credit hours
- Must be in good academic standing
Requirements for Graduate Students
- Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited college or university leading to an advanced degree in a related field
- Must be in good academic standing
Benefits
Part-time Internship
Flexible Schedule and duration
Time frame: Period of up to 12 months.
Based on program details such as schedule and hours, interns are may be eligible for Paid Holidays, accrue vacation and participation of 401K plan.
Majors
Logistics, Logistics Engineer, Business, Marketing, Sales, Computer Science, Language
Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
- 401k with a company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more.
Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.
About Yusen Logistics (Americas)
As a part of the NYK Group, Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. performs a key role in keeping world trade moving by offering air and ocean freight forwarding, global warehousing, reverse logistics, intermodal and multimodal transportation, and supply chain solutions to some of the world’s largest industries.
Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. This commitment extends to all aspects of the company’s employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Overview:
Salary
Undergraduate Program: $20/HR
Graduate Program: $22/HR
Our company is looking for a qualified intern to join our EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) team. Our EHS department is pivotal for the safety of our employees. This department oversees EHS compliance at all levels; audits, communication, handling of hazardous goods, training and development initiatives and enable us to provide best in class services to major companies nationwide. We seek an intern who can participate in various stages of operations, organization, development and enhancement.
This intern should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment, be able to handle several assignments concurrently, and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in various aspects of EHS, and an in-depth understanding of Contract Logistics.
Responsibilities:
Candidate will be tasked and trained on the following areas of responsibilities:
- Participate in Safety and Environmental audits
- Research Environmental Aspect data
- Assist with Safety root cause analysis
- Create and disseminate EHS announcements
- Assist with EHS training events
- Assist with EHS training documents
- Review EHS company policies
- Research new EHS technologies
- Analyze safety data
- Create and maintain EHS dashboards
- Assist with DOT data collection
Qualifications
Company is looking for an undergraduate student who preferably is majoring in Occupational Safety, Business, Logistics, Contract Logistics, Business Development, and/or Logistics Engineering. This person should have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with extensive knowledge of Web usage, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
Requirements for Undergraduate Students
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university as a full-time student (minimum of 12 semester hours)
- Must have a minimum of 60 credit hours
- Must be in good academic standing
Requirements for Graduate Students
- Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited college or university leading to an advanced degree in a related field
- Must be in good academic standing
Benefits
Part-time Internship
Flexible Schedule and duration
Time frame: Period of up to 12 months.
Based on program details such as schedule and hours, interns are may be eligible for Paid Holidays, accrue vacation and participation of 401K plan.
Majors
Logistics, Logistics Engineer, Business, Marketing, Sales, Computer Science, Language
Yusen offers a generous Employee Benefits Package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision beginning the 1st of the month following start date
- 401k with a company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits, vacation, and much more.
Any and all benefits offered are subject to the eligibility requirements, terms, and provisions set forth in the respective policies and plan documents, which you may request from Human Resources.
About Yusen Logistics (Americas)
As a part of the NYK Group, Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. performs a key role in keeping world trade moving by offering air and ocean freight forwarding, global warehousing, reverse logistics, intermodal and multimodal transportation, and supply chain solutions to some of the world’s largest industries.
Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. This commitment extends to all aspects of the company’s employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment.
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Which transportation companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in California?
California-based transportation employers with documented STEM OPT sponsorship history include autonomous vehicle companies like Waymo and Cruise, freight technology firms like Uber Freight and Flexport, and logistics operations tied to the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Electric vehicle manufacturers in the Bay Area and Southern California have also hired STEM OPT candidates in engineering and data roles. DOL Labor Condition Application records show which employers have filed for transportation-related STEM positions.
Which cities in California have the most transportation F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
San Francisco and the broader Bay Area lead in autonomous vehicle and mobility tech roles, housing companies focused on self-driving systems and logistics software. Los Angeles and Long Beach concentrate supply chain, port operations, and freight analytics positions tied to the nation's busiest container port complex. San Jose draws transportation software and systems engineering roles, while Sacramento has growing opportunities in public transit technology and smart infrastructure projects.
What types of transportation roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that typically qualify have a STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code matching the degree field. In transportation, this commonly includes supply chain analytics, transportation systems engineering, autonomous vehicle software development, fleet data science, logistics optimization, and traffic modeling. Positions requiring degrees in computer science, industrial engineering, operations research, or data science frequently meet STEM OPT eligibility criteria. O*NET occupation profiles can help verify whether a specific job title aligns with a STEM-designated field.
How do I find transportation F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate lists California transportation jobs filtered for employers with verified F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history, so you can search by role type, city, and employer without having to manually cross-reference DOL filing records. Filtering for transportation and logistics positions in California surfaces active openings at companies that have previously sponsored STEM OPT candidates, covering everything from port logistics and freight technology to autonomous mobility engineering.
Are there California-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in transportation?
California employers sponsoring F-1 STEM OPT workers must comply with E-Verify requirements, which USCIS mandates for all STEM OPT employers regardless of state. California's strict labor laws around classification and wage standards can also influence how employers structure transportation roles. The state's significant port and rail infrastructure means many transportation positions intersect with federally regulated sectors, which can affect how employers document the STEM nexus between the role and the candidate's degree field.