Manufacturing OPT Jobs in Massachusetts
Massachusetts manufacturing spans aerospace components in Lowell, biomedical devices in the Greater Boston corridor, and defense systems suppliers across Worcester County. Companies like Raytheon Technologies, Analog Devices, and Waters Corporation regularly hire international students in engineering and technical roles. F-1 OPT gives you up to 12 months of work authorization, with a 24-month STEM extension available for qualifying manufacturing positions.
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INTRODUCTION
SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy. Simply click APPLY ONLINE and follow the steps to upload your application.
YOUR MISSION
PUMA Hoops is powered by creativity, culture, and storytelling. As our Graphic Designer I for Basketball, you’ll shape the visual identity of PUMA Hoops — creating bold, relevant graphics that bridge sport and culture.
You’ll collaborate closely with our Apparel Design team and Footwear Design partners to build cohesive stories inspired by footwear concepts and the brand’s seasonal creative direction. From quick-turn cultural moments to signature athlete programs, your work will define how PUMA shows up on and off the court.
- Design seasonal graphics that align with PUMA’s creative direction and strengthen the PUMA Hoops brand language.
- Partner with Apparel, Footwear, PLM, and Color teams to ensure cohesive storytelling across collections.
- Execute quick-turn graphics in response to cultural and sport moments with speed, precision, and intent.
- Develop complete graphic packs — placements, trims, prints, and patterns that scale across tiers.
- Contribute to seasonal color palette development and ensure consistency across categories.
- Maintain an organized graphic library and manage on-time file handoffs with PUMA Group Sourcing (PGS).
- Lead at least one capsule or regional project per season from concept through execution.
YOUR TALENT
- Bachelor’s degree in Product or Graphic Design (or equivalent experience).
- 3–5 years of experience in apparel graphic design, with strong storytelling and cultural awareness.
- Self-starter mindset with the ability to adapt quickly, meet expectations, and deliver on time.
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
- Knowledge of basketball culture and sport lifestyle trends.
- Strong illustration and custom typography skills that bring unique voice and character to design.
- Confident presentation skills and the ability to adapt to feedback with professionalism.
- Domestic & International travel required - up to 20%.
The Hiring range base pay for this position is $51,800 - $68,905 + Bonus + Benefits.
Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
OUR PRINCIPLES
PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.
At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people - with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.
PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.
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Search Manufacturing Jobs in MassachusettsManufacturing OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
Which manufacturing companies in Massachusetts sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
Several large manufacturers in Massachusetts have established track records of hiring F-1 OPT students. Raytheon Technologies in Tewksbury, Analog Devices in Wilmington, Waters Corporation in Milford, and Thermo Fisher Scientific in Waltham regularly hire international students in engineering and technical roles. Smaller contract manufacturers and medical device firms in the Route 128 corridor also hire on OPT, particularly for STEM-designated positions.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
The Route 128 and I-495 corridors generate the highest concentration of manufacturing OPT opportunities. Waltham, Wilmington, Lowell, and Woburn host large aerospace, semiconductor, and medical device employers. Worcester is a secondary hub with defense and industrial manufacturing presence. Cambridge and Watertown have a growing cluster of biotech-adjacent manufacturing firms that hire OPT students in lab and production engineering roles.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Massachusetts?
Roles most commonly filled through F-1 OPT in Massachusetts manufacturing include process engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality assurance engineering, supply chain analyst, and R&D technician positions. Many of these qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if the role directly uses a STEM degree. Production supervisor, operations analyst, and test engineer roles at medical device and aerospace firms also commonly appear on OPT hiring lists.
How do I find manufacturing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students searching for OPT-friendly roles and filters jobs by visa type, industry, and state. For Massachusetts manufacturing specifically, searching on Migrate Mate lets you surface employers who have actively sponsored F-1 OPT workers in sectors like aerospace, medical devices, and semiconductors. Combining that with outreach to university career centers at MIT, UMass Lowell, and Northeastern, which have strong manufacturing industry pipelines, can strengthen your search.
Are there any Massachusetts-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in manufacturing?
Massachusetts has a high concentration of defense contractors subject to export control regulations, including ITAR. Some manufacturing roles at these companies are restricted to U.S. persons and are not available to F-1 OPT students regardless of eligibility otherwise. It is important to confirm a role's ITAR or EAR status early in the application process. Outside defense, the medical device and semiconductor sectors in Massachusetts are generally more accessible to international students on OPT.