Staffing OPT Jobs in Massachusetts
Staffing and recruiting firms in Massachusetts actively hire F-1 OPT candidates, particularly in the Greater Boston area where companies like Robert Half, Insight Global, and Kforce operate alongside a dense cluster of university-linked employers. OPT work authorization is generally accepted for client-facing recruiter, sourcing, and coordinator roles that align with business or HR-related degree fields.
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to Vaco – an uncommon company with an empowered culture. At Vaco, we welcome talented innovators seeking a collaborative environment where creative freedom rings. Since 2002, we have expanded to more than 40 locations, and we have no plans of slowing down anytime soon. We are seeking big thinkers to lead us into the future and explore the career of a lifetime.
- Ranked the #1 Best Staffing Firm to Work for in North America by Staffing Industry Analysts (Category: 500+ Employees)
- An Inc. 5000 fastest growing private company in America every year since 2007!
DESCRIPTION
The Senior Associate, Business Development is responsible for generating sales, increasing revenue and profitability. This position establishes and develops client relationships as well as works with one or more recruiters to fulfill open job orders. The position will collaborate with business stakeholders, business leaders and subject matter experts to plan and deliver projects effectively and timely.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Establish and maintain target list developing client relationships.
- Conduct prospecting activities including phone calls, “ad calls,” skills marketing, email, social media, in-person meetings, and other methods.
- Generate new job orders weekly in line with performance objectives.
- Manage new and open job orders from intake to fulfillment.
- Utilize Bullhorn to log all activity, notes, and information vital to managing and growing a book of business as well as planning daily activities.
- Collaborate with teammates to cross-sell and/or fulfill open positions across other lines of business and/or national practices as appropriate.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
DESIRED COMPETENCIES
- Customer/Candidate Focus - Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
- Results Oriented - Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
- Communicates Effectively - Develops and delivers written and verbal communication that conveys clear understanding of different audiences and their levels of comprehension. Active listener to ensure clear understanding.
- Planning Forethought and Alignment - Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
- Interpersonal Intelligence - Understands self and others’ emotions and is able to manage self and others’ emotions to create a comfortable environment removing internal and external barriers to build rapport with others, including those with diverse opinions and beliefs, by acting with respect, dignity, and integrity.
- Decision Quality - Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
- Collaborative - Partners and connects with others to achieve shared goals or objectives, seeking input and inspiring others to value the same, building trust with each collaborative interaction.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- 4+ years of agency business development experience within staffing/recruiting.
- Strong accounting/finance knowledge (practical experience or recruiting/accounting exposure).
- Proven networking and client relationship building skills.
- Demonstrated ability to grow a book of business by 20–30%+.
- Track record of winning new clients and expanding existing accounts.
LOCATION
Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid)
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Less than 5% (almost no travel)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:
Frequent: Sitting, walking, eye/hand/foot coordination and repetitive motion.
Occasional: Standing and bending.
Infrequent: Lifting up to 10 pounds.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. An applicant may also be eligible to participate in certain incentive compensation programs based on achieving certain performance targets set forth each year and subject to the incentive compensation plan’s terms and conditions. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
SALARY RANGE FOR THIS ROLE:
$90,000 USD - $100,000 USD
Vaco, LLC (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and is committed to providing a transparent notice of our Notice at Collection and Privacy Policy for California Residents. This Notice and Privacy Policy for California Residents applies solely to those who reside in the State of California (“consumers” or “you”). For additional details, click here. California residents may also access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees.
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Which staffing companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Massachusetts?
Several national staffing firms with Massachusetts offices have hired F-1 OPT candidates, including Robert Half, Insight Global, Kforce, and Aerotek. Smaller regional firms in the Boston and Cambridge area also hire OPT workers, particularly for internal recruiting and sourcing roles. Because OPT is work authorization you already hold, the employer does not file a petition on your behalf, though some firms later support H-1B visa sponsorship for strong performers.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most staffing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Boston is the primary market, with significant staffing firm presence in the Back Bay, Financial District, and Seaport neighborhoods. Waltham, Burlington, and Woburn are secondary hubs where many staffing agencies maintain branch offices serving the Route 128 technology corridor. Cambridge sees demand tied to the life sciences and biotech sector. Springfield and Worcester have a smaller but present staffing market for candidates open to central and western Massachusetts.
What types of staffing roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that commonly align with OPT work authorization in staffing include talent acquisition coordinator, technical recruiter, sourcing specialist, account manager, and workforce solutions consultant. These positions typically require a degree in human resources, business administration, communications, or a related field. Staffing firms occasionally hire OPT candidates into data or operations analyst roles as well, particularly firms supporting technology or life sciences clients in Massachusetts.
How do I find staffing F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and graduates on OPT looking for visa-friendly employers. You can filter by Massachusetts, the staffing and recruiting industry, and F-1 OPT to see open roles from companies that have a track record of hiring OPT candidates. Migrate Mate focuses exclusively on sponsorship-aware job listings, which saves time compared to general job searches where OPT compatibility is rarely stated upfront.
Are there any Massachusetts-specific considerations for F-1 OPT candidates in staffing?
Massachusetts has a large international student population, particularly from universities like MIT, Boston University, Northeastern, and Tufts, which means staffing firms in the state are generally familiar with OPT work authorization. However, some client-facing placements may involve security-sensitive clients or government contractors who restrict non-citizen workers, so it is worth confirming placement scope before accepting a role. Northeastern's co-op network also means many staffing firms in the state have prior experience onboarding F-1 students.