Retail STEM OPT Jobs in Illinois
F-1 STEM OPT retail jobs in Illinois draw candidates to major employers like Walgreens, McDonald's corporate, and Motorola Solutions, with Chicago anchoring the state's highest concentration of sponsoring retailers. Data analytics, supply chain technology, and e-commerce operations roles are the primary STEM-qualifying pathways Illinois retail sponsors pursue.
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Responsible for summarizing research data that will assist management in both long- and short-range strategic planning. Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of business processes pertaining to purchasing and distribution at Walgreens. Analyzes data to develop cost benefit analysis of proposed programs through collection and data analysis. Works on projects in strategy development, industry trends, competitive analysis, and company positioning.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develops and maintains a comprehensive understanding of business processes and industry practices pertaining to purchasing and distributing.
- Analyzes corresponding data to effectively recommend system procedure changes, enhancements, development of functional specifications or interface opportunities with costs and or return on investment summarized.
- Develops and presents cost-benefit analyses of proposed programs and makes specific recommendations tied to the business goals of the department and Company.
- Collects, analyzes and presents information pertaining to long-term planning and strategic goals of the department.
- Works on projects in strategy development, industry trends, competitive analysis, and company positioning as it relates to pharmacy purchasing and distribution.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree OR, High School Diploma/GED and at least three (3) years of experience with analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.
- Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Word (for example: inserting headers, page breaks, page numbers and tables and/or adjusting table columns).
- Intermediate level skill in Microsoft PowerPoint (for example: applying a theme, formatting character spacing, inserting a picture, changing slide layout and theme colors, adding transitions, customizing slide numbers, changing chart style and/or formatting font).
- Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: using SUM function, setting borders, setting column width, inserting charts, using text wrap, sorting, setting headers and footers and/or print scaling).
- Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, or mathematics.
We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The Salary below is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
Salary Range: $56800 - $91100 / Salaried
Job Summary:
Responsible for summarizing research data that will assist management in both long- and short-range strategic planning. Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of business processes pertaining to purchasing and distribution at Walgreens. Analyzes data to develop cost benefit analysis of proposed programs through collection and data analysis. Works on projects in strategy development, industry trends, competitive analysis, and company positioning.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develops and maintains a comprehensive understanding of business processes and industry practices pertaining to purchasing and distributing.
- Analyzes corresponding data to effectively recommend system procedure changes, enhancements, development of functional specifications or interface opportunities with costs and or return on investment summarized.
- Develops and presents cost-benefit analyses of proposed programs and makes specific recommendations tied to the business goals of the department and Company.
- Collects, analyzes and presents information pertaining to long-term planning and strategic goals of the department.
- Works on projects in strategy development, industry trends, competitive analysis, and company positioning as it relates to pharmacy purchasing and distribution.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree OR, High School Diploma/GED and at least three (3) years of experience with analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.
- Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Word (for example: inserting headers, page breaks, page numbers and tables and/or adjusting table columns).
- Intermediate level skill in Microsoft PowerPoint (for example: applying a theme, formatting character spacing, inserting a picture, changing slide layout and theme colors, adding transitions, customizing slide numbers, changing chart style and/or formatting font).
- Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: using SUM function, setting borders, setting column width, inserting charts, using text wrap, sorting, setting headers and footers and/or print scaling).
- Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, or mathematics.
We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
The Salary below is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
Salary Range: $56800 - $91100 / Salaried
STEM OPT Retail Job Roles in Illinois
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Search Retail Jobs in IllinoisRetail STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
Which retail companies in Illinois sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas?
Illinois-headquartered retailers with documented F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history include Walgreens, Kraft Heinz, and Motorola Solutions, along with national chains operating large corporate offices in the Chicago metro, such as Hyatt and United Airlines. Technology-forward retailers running data science, supply chain engineering, or digital commerce teams are the most consistent sponsors in the state.
Which cities in Illinois have the most retail F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the vast majority of retail F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship activity in Illinois, particularly in the Loop, River North, and suburban corridors like Deerfield and Schaumburg where major retail headquarters are located. Smaller clusters exist in Peoria and Champaign, mainly tied to regional distribution and logistics technology operations rather than corporate retail functions.
What types of retail roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Illinois?
Roles that qualify must align with a STEM-designated CIP code from your degree. In Illinois retail, qualifying positions commonly include data analyst, supply chain engineer, merchandising technology specialist, e-commerce operations analyst, and demand forecasting analyst. Roles in store management or traditional sales generally do not qualify. Your university DSO confirms whether a specific job offer meets the STEM OPT employer and role requirements.
How do I find retail F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for F-1 STEM OPT-eligible roles in Illinois retail, pulling from verified employer sponsorship data so you're not applying blindly. Search by location and role type to surface positions at Chicago-area headquarters and suburban retail campuses. Cross-reference any offer against the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the employer has filed Labor Condition Applications for similar titles.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Illinois retail?
Illinois requires STEM OPT employers to be enrolled in E-Verify, which most major Illinois retailers already maintain. The state's retail sector is heavily concentrated in corporate and technology functions around Chicago, meaning most STEM-qualifying sponsorship comes from headquarters roles rather than store-level positions. Illinois also hosts strong university pipelines, so competition for STEM OPT roles at top retailers can be significant. Your I-983 training plan must document a direct connection between your STEM degree and the specific job duties.