Fashion & Apparel OPT Jobs in Maryland
Maryland's fashion and apparel sector spans Baltimore's independent retail scene, the D.C.-area luxury and lifestyle brands, and corporate offices tied to national chains. F-1 OPT candidates with backgrounds in apparel design, merchandising, or fashion marketing can find employers here who are familiar with OPT work authorization and hire internationally trained talent regularly.
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Supervisor
As a passionate, fun and dedicated Floor Supervisor, you are an important part of the store leadership team, ensuring the highest level of customer engagement through sales results and supervising the store team. You foster a positive and inclusive work environment and provide sales-related feedback and coaching associate performance daily. You assist in coaching and supervision of the store team, while emulating a best-in-class customer experience. If you aspire to a career in retail and are looking for a company dedicated to your personal development to continue your growth into a leader of tomorrow, then Vans is for you.
Join the Vans Family
Vans® is the original action sports footwear company, rooted in authenticity and creativity. Founded in 1966, we have thrived on a legacy of impacting our greater community through four pillars: action sports, music, art and street culture. We are constantly inspired by the creative voyagers within our company and community. For them, creativity is about the journey, not just the output. Our mission is to empower everyone to use creativity to discover themselves. Our vision is to create a world where anyone can be their unique self.
At Vans, our culture sets us apart and influences everything we do. We are driven by our five values: We have HEART – also referred to as the “Van Doren Spirit”. We are relentlessly CURIOUS about our consumers and the world around us. We are UNAPOLOGETICALLY AUTHENTIC and wholeheartedly believe the most “Off the Wall” thing you can do is be yourself. We are driven by a spirit of INGENUITY. And we are passionate about local COMMUNITIES. And most of all, we are a family that has fun together.
At Vans we empower creative exploration and inspire youth culture through a commitment to inclusivity. We welcome anyone and everyone into our global family and proudly celebrate and environment where individuality is embraced, equal opportunities thrive, and everyone is empowered to reach their greatest potential.
By joining our family, you will be immersed in an environment of incredibly supportive and collaborative people. We work hard across a multitude of initiatives to bring the Van Doren Spirit to life. We live for what we do.
How You Will Make a Difference
What you will do:
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Assist in strategically maximizing store sales, achieving store sales goals and monitor sales progress & results against key targets.
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Help foster a consumer centric mindset and model selling behaviors through genuine interactions with consumers.
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Provide direct feedback, coaching and supervision of the associates and the in-store experience.
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Help coach and lead a team to exceed sales results.
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Ensure that the store team is engaging with each customer to create an authentic brand experience and assist with visual merchandising standards within the store.
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Adhere to policies, procedures, standards and practices that align with company directives.
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Foster a great consumer experience in all situations, leading by example.
Skills for Success
What you bring:
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Ability to coach and motivate a team to excel at sales & profit results, meet business goals by driving results through the store team.
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Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business; will require weekends, evenings, and holidays.
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1+ years of experience in retail preferred but not required.
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Proven communication skills, both written and verbal.
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Solution oriented mindset and ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment.
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A formal education and subsequent undergraduate/graduate degrees are nice to have, but we are most interested in your total experience and professional achievements.
What’s in it For You
We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy, and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on “Looking to Join VF?” to learn more.
Free To Be, Inclusion & Diversity
As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Our Parent Company, VF Corporation
VF is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. It’s a commitment shared by our global associates across all brands. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at vfc.com.
We just have one question. Are you in?
Hiring Range:
$19.50 - $25.41 USD per hour
Incentive Potential:
This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.
Benefits at VF Corporation:
This position is a part-time or limited time position (i.e., internship) and is not eligible for all of the benefits plans offered at VF Corporation. There are some benefits the company offers that this position can participate in. You can review a general overview of the benefits provided at VF by visiting MyVFBenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire.
Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. Although all positions have a hiring range based upon market data, this position has a minimum starting rate that is listed above. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.
Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Which fashion and apparel companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Maryland?
Maryland employers that have hired F-1 OPT workers in fashion and apparel include retail and lifestyle brands headquartered in the Baltimore-Washington corridor, specialty boutique chains, and apparel sourcing firms with regional offices in Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Corporate merchandising teams and e-commerce operations tied to national fashion retailers have also historically supported OPT candidates in design, buying, and product development roles.
Which cities in Maryland have the most fashion and apparel F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Baltimore is Maryland's primary hub for fashion and apparel hiring, with opportunities in retail management, visual merchandising, and independent design studios concentrated in neighborhoods like Harbor East and Station North. Bethesda and Rockville, in the D.C. suburbs, attract corporate fashion and lifestyle brand roles. Annapolis has a smaller but active retail apparel market, particularly in consumer-facing and buyer roles.
What types of fashion and apparel roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that typically align with F-1 OPT in fashion and apparel include apparel design, textile development, fashion merchandising, retail buying, product development coordination, e-commerce content management, and fashion marketing. Positions requiring a directly related degree field tend to fit OPT authorization most cleanly. Roles in technical design, supply chain coordination, and trend forecasting also frequently qualify, especially at mid-size and larger employers.
How do I find fashion and apparel F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Maryland?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT job seekers and surfaces fashion and apparel employers in Maryland that have a verified history of sponsoring international candidates. You can filter by visa type and industry to see which Maryland companies are actively hiring in apparel design, merchandising, and retail buying. This is more targeted than general job searches and saves time identifying employers already comfortable with OPT work authorization.
Are there any Maryland-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in fashion and apparel?
Maryland's proximity to Washington D.C. means some fashion and apparel employers operate across state lines, so job postings may list a D.C. or Virginia address even when work is performed in Maryland. OPT employment must be directly related to your degree field, so candidates should confirm that their specific role description aligns with their major before accepting an offer. Maryland has no state-level visa sponsorship registry, so employer-by-employer research is necessary.