Biotech & Pharma Jobs in Massachusetts with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
Massachusetts is one of the top states for biotech and pharma F-1 OPT sponsorship, with major employers like Moderna, Biogen, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Vertex Pharmaceuticals concentrated in the Greater Boston area. The Cambridge and Kendall Square corridor alone hosts hundreds of life sciences companies actively hiring international graduates for research, development, and clinical roles.
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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for making simple tools & parts required for the manufacture of tooling through the use of the CNC based on designs given and processing by CAM program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Comply with the work plan for requested orders within the stipulated time.
- Execute CAM program to determine milling cutter.
- Be able to process & maintain CNC machine.
- Execute machinery program via DNC or Control to make the product or lot.
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
- Be able to understand tooling parts structure in drawing or in real tooling parts.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Secondary School, High School, Technical degree required.
The hourly pay range for this role is $16.35 - $29.42. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.
As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off; paid parental leave; company-paid holidays subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase plan.
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
INTRODUCTION
At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for making simple tools & parts required for the manufacture of tooling through the use of the CNC based on designs given and processing by CAM program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Comply with the work plan for requested orders within the stipulated time.
- Execute CAM program to determine milling cutter.
- Be able to process & maintain CNC machine.
- Execute machinery program via DNC or Control to make the product or lot.
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
- Be able to understand tooling parts structure in drawing or in real tooling parts.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Secondary School, High School, Technical degree required.
The hourly pay range for this role is $16.35 - $29.42. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.
As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off; paid parental leave; company-paid holidays subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase plan.
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
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Which biotech and pharma companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Massachusetts?
Many of Massachusetts's largest life sciences employers have established track records of hiring F-1 OPT workers, including Biogen, Moderna, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Bristol Myers Squibb, Takeda, and Sanofi Genzyme. Smaller Cambridge-based biotechs and CROs such as Agenus, Editas Medicine, and ICON also regularly hire OPT candidates. Sponsorship patterns vary by company size, role, and department, so it's worth researching each employer's OPT hiring history directly.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most biotech and pharma F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Cambridge and Boston together form the densest concentration of biotech and pharma OPT jobs in the state, driven by proximity to MIT, Harvard, and major research hospitals. The Kendall Square area in Cambridge is particularly active. Waltham and Lexington host significant pharma operations, including Takeda's U.S. headquarters. Worcester is a growing hub with a strong academic medical presence, and Watertown has attracted several cell and gene therapy companies in recent years.
What types of biotech and pharma roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Massachusetts?
Roles that directly apply a graduate's field of study qualify for F-1 OPT, so positions in research and development, process development, bioinformatics, regulatory affairs, clinical data management, quality assurance, and computational biology are common fits for life sciences degree holders. Manufacturing and CMC roles qualify for engineering and chemistry graduates. The role must be directly related to the student's major, so a match between job function and degree field is essential.
How do I find biotech and pharma F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters biotech and pharma jobs in Massachusetts by visa type, including F-1 OPT, so you're not sorting through roles that don't sponsor. Beyond job boards, attending events at the Kendall Square Association, MassBio networking nights, and university career fairs at MIT and Northeastern can surface opportunities with employers actively seeking OPT candidates. Always confirm OPT eligibility directly with each employer's HR or recruiting team.
Are there any Massachusetts-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in biotech and pharma?
Massachusetts life sciences companies are generally experienced with OPT and STEM OPT extensions because of the state's deep ties to universities like MIT, Harvard, Northeastern, and UMass. Many Boston-area biotechs routinely hire from these programs. However, STEM OPT requires a formal training plan and employer enrollment in E-Verify, which is federally mandated. Smaller startups or spinouts may not yet be E-Verify enrolled, so it's worth verifying this before accepting an offer if you plan to pursue a STEM OPT extension.
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