Education Jobs in Michigan with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Michigan's education sector are concentrated at major research universities like the University of Michigan and Michigan State University, as well as K-12 districts and edtech employers across Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Lansing. Roles in research, instructional design, and academic advising regularly appear on OPT-eligible hiring lists across the state.
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- Starting pay is $23.34/hour and annual increases are dictated by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Multiple medical plans
- Employer-paid vision, dental, life, AD&D and long-term disability insurance.
- Multiple retirement plans offered with employer matching, effective on first day.
- 7+ paid holidays
- PTO
- Tuition benefit for employee and/or dependents.
- And more!
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Assists students with the financial aid process. Works to contribute to a team-centered environment promoting collaboration with Student Services team and effectively share financial aid related updates, providing assistance with financial aid questions. Responsible for awarding various types of Title IV aid; Veterans benefits; and tuition waivers. Maintains strict adherence to federal and state regulations regarding student aid including determination of initial and ongoing eligibility. Maintains strict confidentiality of personal and/or financial information of students. Some evening hours may be required.
DUTIES:
- Assists and advises students with financial aid questions and provides assistance with resolving student financial aid issues. This includes students that walk in, telephone and email.
- Awards and processes Federal Title IV aid (Pell grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)), Federal Direct Loans, and State of Michigan aid. Determines eligibility per U.S. Department of Education and State regulations. Knowledge of the various U.S. Department of Education and the State of Michigan electronic systems required.
- Assists students with knowledge of U.S. Department of Education regulations for receipt of Federal Direct Loans (including payback alternative; exit counseling).
- Interprets and applies federal and state regulations for awarding aid. Creates and writes reports and selection sets to ensure proper awarding and disbursing of aid. Also assists with data collection for required State and Federal reporting.
- Responsible for verification of student FAFSAs. This includes the responsibility of outside verifications of financial aid information to outside resources such as Michigan Works, Tribes, Outside Housing, etc. in which a student has signed a release.
- Knowledge of the financial aid software PowerFAIDs (PF) required along with familiarity of the interaction of PF with the College's Student Information System (Jenzabar).
- Assists and advises all incoming and existing Veteran's Administration (VA) eligible students. Knowledge of VA education programs required. Acts as the College's Certify Official with the VA using the VA-Once Computer System, including monthly enrollment tracking.
- Reviews disbursement reports for accuracy, corrects any errors, and authorizes disbursement transfer to the Business Office. Requests required disbursement funds from the U.S. Department of Education.
- Assists with determining innovative ways to improve the department's usage of PF, troubleshooting the PF system, and working collaboratively with the department to complete annual parameter roll for the new academic year.
- Creates, updates and maintains student financial aid files per U.S. Department of Education requirements, includes resolving duplicate student files, electronic filing of student documents, and other related tasks.
- Creates, updates and revises financial aid forms and letters periodically.
- Attend Financial Aid Nights at local high schools, College nights, orientation fairs, be available for potential office hours at other NCMC locations, and other educational programs for prospective students.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Associate's degree required with clerical experience
- Demonstrated critical thinking and customer service skills.
- Valid, unrestricted driver's license
Pay: From $23.34 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
PERKS & BENEFITS:
- Starting pay is $23.34/hour and annual increases are dictated by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Multiple medical plans
- Employer-paid vision, dental, life, AD&D and long-term disability insurance.
- Multiple retirement plans offered with employer matching, effective on first day.
- 7+ paid holidays
- PTO
- Tuition benefit for employee and/or dependents.
- And more!
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Assists students with the financial aid process. Works to contribute to a team-centered environment promoting collaboration with Student Services team and effectively share financial aid related updates, providing assistance with financial aid questions. Responsible for awarding various types of Title IV aid; Veterans benefits; and tuition waivers. Maintains strict adherence to federal and state regulations regarding student aid including determination of initial and ongoing eligibility. Maintains strict confidentiality of personal and/or financial information of students. Some evening hours may be required.
DUTIES:
- Assists and advises students with financial aid questions and provides assistance with resolving student financial aid issues. This includes students that walk in, telephone and email.
- Awards and processes Federal Title IV aid (Pell grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)), Federal Direct Loans, and State of Michigan aid. Determines eligibility per U.S. Department of Education and State regulations. Knowledge of the various U.S. Department of Education and the State of Michigan electronic systems required.
- Assists students with knowledge of U.S. Department of Education regulations for receipt of Federal Direct Loans (including payback alternative; exit counseling).
- Interprets and applies federal and state regulations for awarding aid. Creates and writes reports and selection sets to ensure proper awarding and disbursing of aid. Also assists with data collection for required State and Federal reporting.
- Responsible for verification of student FAFSAs. This includes the responsibility of outside verifications of financial aid information to outside resources such as Michigan Works, Tribes, Outside Housing, etc. in which a student has signed a release.
- Knowledge of the financial aid software PowerFAIDs (PF) required along with familiarity of the interaction of PF with the College's Student Information System (Jenzabar).
- Assists and advises all incoming and existing Veteran's Administration (VA) eligible students. Knowledge of VA education programs required. Acts as the College's Certify Official with the VA using the VA-Once Computer System, including monthly enrollment tracking.
- Reviews disbursement reports for accuracy, corrects any errors, and authorizes disbursement transfer to the Business Office. Requests required disbursement funds from the U.S. Department of Education.
- Assists with determining innovative ways to improve the department's usage of PF, troubleshooting the PF system, and working collaboratively with the department to complete annual parameter roll for the new academic year.
- Creates, updates and maintains student financial aid files per U.S. Department of Education requirements, includes resolving duplicate student files, electronic filing of student documents, and other related tasks.
- Creates, updates and revises financial aid forms and letters periodically.
- Attend Financial Aid Nights at local high schools, College nights, orientation fairs, be available for potential office hours at other NCMC locations, and other educational programs for prospective students.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Associate's degree required with clerical experience
- Demonstrated critical thinking and customer service skills.
- Valid, unrestricted driver's license
Pay: From $23.34 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Which education companies and institutions sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Michigan?
The University of Michigan, Michigan State University, and Wayne State University are among the most active OPT sponsors in the state, frequently hiring international graduates for research, administrative, and instructional roles. Larger K-12 districts such as Detroit Public Schools Community District and Grand Rapids Public Schools also hire on OPT, particularly for STEM teaching and education technology positions.
Which cities in Michigan have the most education F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Ann Arbor leads the state given the University of Michigan's scale, with a high density of research and academic roles open to F-1 OPT candidates. East Lansing follows closely due to Michigan State University's hiring volume. Detroit has a growing number of opportunities through its public school system and nonprofit education organizations, while Grand Rapids and Lansing also have consistent openings in K-12 and higher education administration.
What types of education roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Michigan?
Roles that align directly with a STEM degree field have the broadest OPT eligibility, including education technology, data analysis in institutional research, curriculum development in STEM subjects, and educational psychology. Non-STEM OPT (12 months) can cover positions such as academic advising, program coordination, and instructional design when they match your declared major. Teaching assistant and research assistant roles at universities are among the most commonly approved positions.
How do I find education F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type, including F-1 OPT, so you can browse education roles in Michigan without sifting through positions that don't support international candidates. Searching by state and industry on Migrate Mate lets you target universities, K-12 districts, and edtech employers in Michigan that have an active history of sponsoring F-1 OPT workers.
Are there any Michigan-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in education?
Michigan's large public university system creates more OPT-friendly hiring than many states, since universities are experienced with international hiring compliance and often have dedicated international HR staff. For STEM OPT extensions, your role must appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program list and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, which most Michigan public institutions already are. Private K-12 schools and smaller nonprofits may have less experience with OPT paperwork, so confirming E-Verify enrollment early in the process is important.
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