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F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Florida's fashion and apparel industry are concentrated in Miami, which anchors one of the country's most active Latin American fashion markets. Companies like Guess, BCBG, and regional swimwear and resort wear brands regularly hire international talent in design, merchandising, buying, and production roles across South Florida.
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At CHANEL, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity, and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience, and potential you could bring to CHANEL.
About the role:
We are looking for an Operations Manager who will oversee and direct the operations function within the boutique. They are the expert on all Standard Operating Procedures, systems and tools and ensuring the smooth running of operations to enable the ultimate client experience. They will work closely with the Boutique Leaders by imparting critical business knowledge.
What impact you can create at CHANEL:
- Own all operational functions within the Boutique, including Inventory Control, Shipping and Receiving, Alterations, Facilities Management, Security, Resource Planning/Staffing, Compliance, and Expense Management
- Collaborate with Home Office Retail Operations team to develop and execute strategic initiatives focused on increasing operational efficiency
- Lead all operationally aligned staff, coaching, and inspiring the team to deliver flawlessly
- Foster a positive working environment and create a culture of feedback, encouraging diversity, mutual respect, and teamwork
- Be the ultimate expert on all Standard Operating Procedures, Systems and Tools to act as a resource for entire Boutique Team
- Leading a team through various projects and taking initiative
- Managing a budget and forecasting expenditures for a multi-faceted Boutique
You are energized by:
- The history and heritage of The House of CHANEL
- Utilizing your organizational and attention to detail skills within multi-task projects in a dynamic, fast paced environment
- Building collaborative partnerships and relationships
- People leadership and development
- Fostering a meaningful client experience centered around inclusion and connection
- Being comfortable in the middle of complexity and ambiguity
- Creativity and innovation by testing, learning, and taking new risks
What you will bring to the team:
- Ability to thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively
- Understanding of, and passion for client experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Foreign language skills are preferred but not required
- Passion for the House of CHANEL, its history, product offerings, and commitment to social and cultural initiatives
- Curiosity and desire to learn and grow professionally within the world of CHANEL
Position Logistics:
- Minimum 5 years of related experience
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
- Ability to lift 15 lbs.
- A flexible schedule with the ability to work late nights, weekends, and some holidays
- Boutique Management: Requires in-store presence to develop and coach teams, ensure boutique image and operational standards are upheld, and deliver elevated client service to drive business results
Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $92,400 through $110,000. Base salary is one component of the total compensation for this position. Other components may/will include additional compensation, benefits, and perks.
Benefits and Perks:
- Wellbeing resources include dedicated paid time off for wellbeing (Wellbeing Days in Retail) and a Wellbeing fund
- Family and care giving benefits (inclusive of parental leave, fertility support, Milk Stork, and Care.com Membership)
- Generous paid time off policies to include vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer days
- 401K and other incentives
- Robust healthcare offerings; medical, dental, vision, MDLIVE (virtual care), One Medical, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care), Health Savings Account and Employee Assistance Program
- Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Health Advocate, International Business Travel Accident & Medical, and Commuter Transit & Parking
Additional Information:
CHANEL is a private company whose values are grounded in creating the conditions for people to perform at their best and feel fulfilled and confident in their work. We offer a unique work environment where individuals are encouraged to better understand the brand, the business, and motivations, so that together we can unlock the possibilities of growth. This is reflected in:
Diversity and Inclusion:
At CHANEL, we are intentional in promoting Diversity & Inclusion. We foster respect, empathy, and dignity for all. We believe strongly that the diversity of our people across the full spectrum of human differences is essential to our organisation and the connections we have with each other and our clients. We offer Employee Resource Groups in the US that are voluntary, open to all, employee-led groups formed around a shared identity or lived experience, whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community aligned with the values and missions of the communities they support.
CHANEL Community:
CHANEL Community empowers our employees to channel their passions, talents, and sense of purpose to contribute to and learn from our communities. Employees are encouraged to take time off annually to volunteer through CHANEL Community. CHANEL also matches employee donations to select charitable organizations.
Sustainability:
CHANEL Mission 1.5° is our climate action plan. It is focused on transforming the business in line with the ambitions of the Paris Agreement on climate change to limit the average global mean temperature increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels. Employees are encouraged to contribute to our US Sustainability efforts at the corporate level and within the divisions, through organized taskforces and initiatives.
Arts and Culture:
We are committed to extending our legacy of cultural engagement. Global support includes the CHANEL Culture Fund, which supports a select group of leading art culture institutions across the globe, and the CHANEL Next Prize for the next generation of creative talent. US support currently includes Annual sponsorship of the MoMA film program, Tribeca Film Festival programs and Through Her Lens, Support of the Academy Gold Fellowship for Women and Sponsorship of the BAAND Together Dance Festival at Lincoln Center.
Fondation CHANEL:
Since 2011, Fondation CHANEL’s mission is for women and girls to be free to shape their own destiny. Through multi-year partnerships with financial and technical support, Fondation CHANEL is committed to improving the safety and autonomy of women and adolescent girls around the world, impacting over a million women and girls in its first 10 years.
Career and Leadership Development:
We have dedicated in-house teams focused on supporting the onboarding of employees, developing leadership skills via custom programs like Imagine CHANEL People, Heart of Leadership and group and individual coaching, and blended online and live classes offered on our Bloom platform and by skilled trainers, such as Shape Your Career, to develop career building skills.
CHANEL, Inc. reserves the right to edit, change, or make exceptions on designations where circumstances where deemed appropriate.
CHANEL, Inc. benefits and perks are dependent on eligibility and subject to modification by CHANEL at any time.
Manager, Operations, Neiman Marcus Coral Gables
At CHANEL, we are focused on creating an inclusive culture that nurtures personal growth, contributing to collective progress. We believe the uniqueness of each individual increases the diversity, complementarity, and effectiveness of our teams. We strongly encourage your application, as we value the perspective, experience, and potential you could bring to CHANEL.
About the role:
We are looking for an Operations Manager who will oversee and direct the operations function within the boutique. They are the expert on all Standard Operating Procedures, systems and tools and ensuring the smooth running of operations to enable the ultimate client experience. They will work closely with the Boutique Leaders by imparting critical business knowledge.
What impact you can create at CHANEL:
- Own all operational functions within the Boutique, including Inventory Control, Shipping and Receiving, Alterations, Facilities Management, Security, Resource Planning/Staffing, Compliance, and Expense Management
- Collaborate with Home Office Retail Operations team to develop and execute strategic initiatives focused on increasing operational efficiency
- Lead all operationally aligned staff, coaching, and inspiring the team to deliver flawlessly
- Foster a positive working environment and create a culture of feedback, encouraging diversity, mutual respect, and teamwork
- Be the ultimate expert on all Standard Operating Procedures, Systems and Tools to act as a resource for entire Boutique Team
- Leading a team through various projects and taking initiative
- Managing a budget and forecasting expenditures for a multi-faceted Boutique
You are energized by:
- The history and heritage of The House of CHANEL
- Utilizing your organizational and attention to detail skills within multi-task projects in a dynamic, fast paced environment
- Building collaborative partnerships and relationships
- People leadership and development
- Fostering a meaningful client experience centered around inclusion and connection
- Being comfortable in the middle of complexity and ambiguity
- Creativity and innovation by testing, learning, and taking new risks
What you will bring to the team:
- Ability to thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively
- Understanding of, and passion for client experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Foreign language skills are preferred but not required
- Passion for the House of CHANEL, its history, product offerings, and commitment to social and cultural initiatives
- Curiosity and desire to learn and grow professionally within the world of CHANEL
Position Logistics:
- Minimum 5 years of related experience
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
- Ability to lift 15 lbs.
- A flexible schedule with the ability to work late nights, weekends, and some holidays
- Boutique Management: Requires in-store presence to develop and coach teams, ensure boutique image and operational standards are upheld, and deliver elevated client service to drive business results
Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $92,400 through $110,000. Base salary is one component of the total compensation for this position. Other components may/will include additional compensation, benefits, and perks.
Benefits and Perks:
- Wellbeing resources include dedicated paid time off for wellbeing (Wellbeing Days in Retail) and a Wellbeing fund
- Family and care giving benefits (inclusive of parental leave, fertility support, Milk Stork, and Care.com Membership)
- Generous paid time off policies to include vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer days
- 401K and other incentives
- Robust healthcare offerings; medical, dental, vision, MDLIVE (virtual care), One Medical, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care), Health Savings Account and Employee Assistance Program
- Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Health Advocate, International Business Travel Accident & Medical, and Commuter Transit & Parking
Additional Information:
CHANEL is a private company whose values are grounded in creating the conditions for people to perform at their best and feel fulfilled and confident in their work. We offer a unique work environment where individuals are encouraged to better understand the brand, the business, and motivations, so that together we can unlock the possibilities of growth. This is reflected in:
Diversity and Inclusion:
At CHANEL, we are intentional in promoting Diversity & Inclusion. We foster respect, empathy, and dignity for all. We believe strongly that the diversity of our people across the full spectrum of human differences is essential to our organisation and the connections we have with each other and our clients. We offer Employee Resource Groups in the US that are voluntary, open to all, employee-led groups formed around a shared identity or lived experience, whose aim is to foster a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community aligned with the values and missions of the communities they support.
CHANEL Community:
CHANEL Community empowers our employees to channel their passions, talents, and sense of purpose to contribute to and learn from our communities. Employees are encouraged to take time off annually to volunteer through CHANEL Community. CHANEL also matches employee donations to select charitable organizations.
Sustainability:
CHANEL Mission 1.5° is our climate action plan. It is focused on transforming the business in line with the ambitions of the Paris Agreement on climate change to limit the average global mean temperature increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels. Employees are encouraged to contribute to our US Sustainability efforts at the corporate level and within the divisions, through organized taskforces and initiatives.
Arts and Culture:
We are committed to extending our legacy of cultural engagement. Global support includes the CHANEL Culture Fund, which supports a select group of leading art culture institutions across the globe, and the CHANEL Next Prize for the next generation of creative talent. US support currently includes Annual sponsorship of the MoMA film program, Tribeca Film Festival programs and Through Her Lens, Support of the Academy Gold Fellowship for Women and Sponsorship of the BAAND Together Dance Festival at Lincoln Center.
Fondation CHANEL:
Since 2011, Fondation CHANEL’s mission is for women and girls to be free to shape their own destiny. Through multi-year partnerships with financial and technical support, Fondation CHANEL is committed to improving the safety and autonomy of women and adolescent girls around the world, impacting over a million women and girls in its first 10 years.
Career and Leadership Development:
We have dedicated in-house teams focused on supporting the onboarding of employees, developing leadership skills via custom programs like Imagine CHANEL People, Heart of Leadership and group and individual coaching, and blended online and live classes offered on our Bloom platform and by skilled trainers, such as Shape Your Career, to develop career building skills.
CHANEL, Inc. reserves the right to edit, change, or make exceptions on designations where circumstances where deemed appropriate.
CHANEL, Inc. benefits and perks are dependent on eligibility and subject to modification by CHANEL at any time.
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Search Fashion & Apparel Jobs in FloridaFashion & Apparel OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
Which fashion and apparel companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Florida?
Miami-based employers in swimwear, resort wear, and Latin American fashion distribution are among the most active sponsors. Companies operating regional headquarters or design centers in South Florida, including activewear and licensed apparel brands, have historically hired F-1 OPT candidates in design, technical design, merchandising, and supply chain roles. Sponsorship availability varies by company size, hiring cycle, and role type, so confirming directly with each employer is important.
Which cities in Florida have the most fashion and apparel F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Miami is by far the dominant market, home to apparel importers, swimwear labels, and fashion-forward retail brands with ties to Latin American markets. The Miami Design District and Wynwood neighborhoods house showrooms and creative studios. Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton have smaller but active retail and e-commerce apparel operations. Orlando has limited fashion industry presence, mostly tied to theme park merchandise and retail buying.
What types of fashion and apparel roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align closely with a relevant degree field are most straightforward for OPT authorization. These include fashion design, technical design, textile development, product development, visual merchandising, apparel buying, production coordination, and fashion marketing. Positions requiring a specific degree in fashion design, merchandising, or a related field tend to satisfy the practical training requirement more clearly than generalist roles.
How do I find fashion and apparel F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type, including F-1 OPT, and by industry. Searching fashion and apparel roles in Florida on Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have sponsored international candidates, saving significant research time. Given Miami's concentration of apparel companies, filtering by South Florida locations on Migrate Mate gives the most targeted results for this industry.
Are there any Florida-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in fashion and apparel?
Florida's fashion industry skews heavily toward swimwear, resort wear, and Latin American trade, which shapes the types of OPT-eligible roles available. Because many Florida apparel companies are small to mid-size, some may be less familiar with OPT employment authorization processes than large national retailers. Students should verify their OPT start and end dates carefully, as fashion hiring is often seasonal and tied to market weeks or buying cycles that may not align with authorization timelines.