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Florida's government sector offers F-1 OPT sponsorship opportunities across federal agencies, state departments, and public research institutions. Key employers include federal offices in Jacksonville and Miami, state agencies in Tallahassee, and defense-related contractors near Orlando and Tampa. Roles in policy analysis, public administration, IT systems, and research are among the most active areas for OPT candidates.
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About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.
About ALC
At Automated Logic, we've been developing and supporting intelligent building solutions that have helped customers, including small businesses to Fortune 500 corporations, operate their buildings more efficiently for over 40 years. Our products help reduce energy consumption, lower utility, operating and maintenance costs, and improve indoor air quality, occupant comfort, and productivity. Technology that supports the buildings and industry of today and tomorrow requires a wide range of talents and skill sets.
About this role
As a Field Engineer, you will be crucial to ALC’s business through the field commissioning of building automation systems created specifically for each individual customer. We are looking for a team member who is self-motivated, detail oriented, and is customer focused. You will work on solving increasingly complex problems and assist in the training and development of less experienced Field Engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Initiate, install, troubleshoot optimize customer systems that utilize advanced Direct Digital Control technology.
- Serve as local contact for technical issues and leader in the field.
- Offer effective solutions for increasingly complex system issues.
- Provide turnkey project delivery on small to medium projects.
- Responsible for ensuring that systems operate properly, to include controls, sensors, and software.
- Load software, configure trends, alarms, and reports.
- Implement time management strategies to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Communicate and document the status and details of the project for the customer.
- Provide site-specific training to owners/operators on the complete system.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Valid and current Driver’s License and can be insurable by the company’s insurance.
- 2+ years of experience in Building Automation, HVAC, or technical field.
- Capable of climbing ladders or using other lift equipment over 8 feet above grade and capable of lifting items up to 50lbs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, associate degree, Technical/Business School Certificate or Diploma in HVAC, Controls, or related field.
- Experience with building automation software, such as WebCTRL, and installing increasingly complex building automation controls.
- Basic knowledge of navigating and integrating into a variety of building automation systems.
- Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP networks including wireless technology.
- Experience interacting with a large and diverse number of simultaneous challenges, requiring knowledge of multiple disciplines.
- Ability to communicate technical information to a non-technical audience.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications.
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $53,000.00 - $106,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.
Other Compensation
This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
- Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
- Retirement Benefits
- Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
- Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
- Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate.
The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 3 April 2026.
Job Applicant's Privacy Notice
Please click on the link to review the Job Applicant Privacy Notice.

About Carrier
Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety and sustainability to life. Through cutting-edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, we improve lives, empower critical industries and ensure safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Since inventing modern air conditioning in 1902, we lead with purpose: enhancing the lives we live and the world we share. We continue to lead because of our world-class, inclusive workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. For more information, visit corporate.carrier.com or follow on Carrier social media at @Carrier.
About ALC
At Automated Logic, we've been developing and supporting intelligent building solutions that have helped customers, including small businesses to Fortune 500 corporations, operate their buildings more efficiently for over 40 years. Our products help reduce energy consumption, lower utility, operating and maintenance costs, and improve indoor air quality, occupant comfort, and productivity. Technology that supports the buildings and industry of today and tomorrow requires a wide range of talents and skill sets.
About this role
As a Field Engineer, you will be crucial to ALC’s business through the field commissioning of building automation systems created specifically for each individual customer. We are looking for a team member who is self-motivated, detail oriented, and is customer focused. You will work on solving increasingly complex problems and assist in the training and development of less experienced Field Engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Initiate, install, troubleshoot optimize customer systems that utilize advanced Direct Digital Control technology.
- Serve as local contact for technical issues and leader in the field.
- Offer effective solutions for increasingly complex system issues.
- Provide turnkey project delivery on small to medium projects.
- Responsible for ensuring that systems operate properly, to include controls, sensors, and software.
- Load software, configure trends, alarms, and reports.
- Implement time management strategies to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Communicate and document the status and details of the project for the customer.
- Provide site-specific training to owners/operators on the complete system.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Valid and current Driver’s License and can be insurable by the company’s insurance.
- 2+ years of experience in Building Automation, HVAC, or technical field.
- Capable of climbing ladders or using other lift equipment over 8 feet above grade and capable of lifting items up to 50lbs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, associate degree, Technical/Business School Certificate or Diploma in HVAC, Controls, or related field.
- Experience with building automation software, such as WebCTRL, and installing increasingly complex building automation controls.
- Basic knowledge of navigating and integrating into a variety of building automation systems.
- Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP networks including wireless technology.
- Experience interacting with a large and diverse number of simultaneous challenges, requiring knowledge of multiple disciplines.
- Ability to communicate technical information to a non-technical audience.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications.
Pay Range
The annual salary for this position is between $53,000.00 - $106,000.00 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.
Other Compensation
This position may be entitled to short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.
Benefits
Employees are eligible for benefits, including:
- Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; Wellness incentives
- Retirement Benefits
- Time off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty leave; military leave; purchased vacation
- Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Health Care Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
- Tuition Assistance
To learn more about our benefits offering, please click here Work with us | Carrier Corporate.
The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Carrier EEO Statement and Accommodations Process
Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with section 503 of Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at Carrier.Recruiting@carrier.com. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.
Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted for at least 3 days from Job Posting Date: 3 April 2026.
Job Applicant's Privacy Notice
Please click on the link to review the Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
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Which government employers in Florida sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
Federal agencies with significant Florida footprints, including the Department of Defense installations near Orlando and Tampa, federal courts, and agencies like the U.S. Census Bureau and Social Security Administration, have historically employed OPT candidates. State agencies under Florida's Executive Office of the Governor and public universities like the University of Florida and Florida State University also participate in OPT hiring for research and administrative roles.
Which cities in Florida have the most government F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Tallahassee concentrates the highest volume of state government roles as Florida's capital. Miami and Jacksonville host large federal agency offices and district courts. Orlando and Tampa have substantial defense and homeland security contractor presence linked to military installations like MacDill Air Force Base. Gainesville and Tallahassee also generate OPT opportunities through their major public research universities.
What types of government roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Florida?
Roles that directly apply a candidate's degree field are the strongest fit for OPT authorization. In Florida's government sector, this includes IT and cybersecurity positions, policy research analyst roles, public health and epidemiology posts, environmental science positions with agencies like the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, and data analysis roles within federal agencies. Administrative generalist positions are less commonly approved unless tied to a specific technical degree.
How do I find government F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Florida?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international students and visa holders, and you can filter directly for government and public sector roles with F-1 OPT sponsorship in Florida. This saves significant time compared to manually reviewing employer websites. Because government agencies vary widely in their OPT hiring practices, using a focused platform that surfaces verified sponsoring employers is especially useful in this sector.
Are there any Florida-specific considerations for F-1 OPT candidates pursuing government jobs?
Many Florida government positions, particularly at the federal level and in defense-adjacent agencies, require background investigations or security clearances. F-1 OPT candidates who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents are generally ineligible for positions requiring a clearance, which limits access to certain roles. Candidates should review position eligibility requirements carefully and prioritize state agency and public university roles, which tend to have fewer citizenship restrictions.
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