Agriculture F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Minnesota
Agriculture F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Minnesota draw candidates to employers like Cargill, Land O'Lakes, and CHS Inc., headquartered in the Twin Cities metro. Roles in precision agriculture, food science, and agricultural data analytics frequently qualify. The state's strong agribusiness sector and land-grant university pipeline make it one of the more active STEM OPT hiring markets in the Midwest.
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Get Access To All JobsSenior Environmental Scientist/Specialist - Restoration Crew Leader
Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations: South St. Paul, MN
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 223203
Position Overview
Davey Resource Group, a Davey Company, has opportunities for an experienced Environmental Scientist/ Restoration Specialist. Davey Resource Group is a leader in the natural resource and forestry consulting industries throughout the US.
Tentative start date: End of April, flexible
Job Duties
The Environmental Specialist will provide our government, utility, commercial, private and not-for-profit clients with the services and solutions needed to efficiently and effectively manage natural resources and comply with policies.
Selected candidates will work collaboratively as part of a team. Applicants should be willing to lead and train fellow team members on all aspects of field work. Communicate with clients professionally. Position involves a variety of work, including invasive plant species control, native plant and seed installation, shoreline stabilization, and native habitat restoration (prairie, wetland and woodland).
The majority of work is outdoors, often in inclement weather and in rugged terrain, and may involve using heavy equipment, such as spray rigs, backpack sprayers, augers, chain saws, mowers, etc. Additional work in assisting with wetland delineation and city tree inventories may be required at times.
- Work with the project manager to understand the contract needs and specifications of clients and their customers and develop appropriate solutions.
- Inspect a wide range of habitats, both natural and disturbed, and assess their condition, health and functionality according to client specifications.
- Identify local species, understand their typical characteristics and recognize common diseases and pests.
- Train and mentor teammates.
Qualifications
Education and Qualifications:
An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty consistently and satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Possession of an Minnesota Department of Agriculture Certified Pesticide Applicators License is required.
- Prescribed burn experience and S130/S190 certification.
- Identify invasive species across a range of habitats.
- Training with chain saw, brush saw, and 4x4 ATV/UTV, tractor, and skid steer.
- A degree in biology, botany, ecology, conservation, environmental science, or related fields.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in ecological restoration, minimum 2 years of experience leading crews of 1-4 people.
- Natural resource consulting experience preferred.
- Ability to read construction plans and specifications to execute tasks and assign work to crew members preferred.
- Ability and willingness to travel.
- Driver’s license and clean driving record are required.
- Ability to obtain Class A CDL within 6 months.
- Experience with heavy equipment operation including skid steers, dingos, and tractors.
- Experience with native plant installation, seeding, and erosion control best management practices.
- Ability to work independently when not leading crews.
Additional Information
- 40-50 hours per week, Monday-Friday with some Saturdays optional.
- Starting hourly wage: $22 - $27 per hour based on experience.
What We Offer:
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
- Group Health Plan.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
- Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
- Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
- The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
- Charitable matching gift program.
- All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
Company Overview
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, Inc., headquartered in Kent, Ohio has opportunities for persons interested in the field of urban forestry. We are seeking teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates should possess a professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety. Davey Resource Group provides a wide range of natural resource consulting services to clients in the private and public sectors, including urban forestry consulting and tree inventories, urban forest canopy assessments, and urban forestry management planning.
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey.
To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
Senior Environmental Scientist/Specialist - Restoration Crew Leader
Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Locations: South St. Paul, MN
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 223203
Position Overview
Davey Resource Group, a Davey Company, has opportunities for an experienced Environmental Scientist/ Restoration Specialist. Davey Resource Group is a leader in the natural resource and forestry consulting industries throughout the US.
Tentative start date: End of April, flexible
Job Duties
The Environmental Specialist will provide our government, utility, commercial, private and not-for-profit clients with the services and solutions needed to efficiently and effectively manage natural resources and comply with policies.
Selected candidates will work collaboratively as part of a team. Applicants should be willing to lead and train fellow team members on all aspects of field work. Communicate with clients professionally. Position involves a variety of work, including invasive plant species control, native plant and seed installation, shoreline stabilization, and native habitat restoration (prairie, wetland and woodland).
The majority of work is outdoors, often in inclement weather and in rugged terrain, and may involve using heavy equipment, such as spray rigs, backpack sprayers, augers, chain saws, mowers, etc. Additional work in assisting with wetland delineation and city tree inventories may be required at times.
- Work with the project manager to understand the contract needs and specifications of clients and their customers and develop appropriate solutions.
- Inspect a wide range of habitats, both natural and disturbed, and assess their condition, health and functionality according to client specifications.
- Identify local species, understand their typical characteristics and recognize common diseases and pests.
- Train and mentor teammates.
Qualifications
Education and Qualifications:
An individual must be able to perform each essential job duty consistently and satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Possession of an Minnesota Department of Agriculture Certified Pesticide Applicators License is required.
- Prescribed burn experience and S130/S190 certification.
- Identify invasive species across a range of habitats.
- Training with chain saw, brush saw, and 4x4 ATV/UTV, tractor, and skid steer.
- A degree in biology, botany, ecology, conservation, environmental science, or related fields.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in ecological restoration, minimum 2 years of experience leading crews of 1-4 people.
- Natural resource consulting experience preferred.
- Ability to read construction plans and specifications to execute tasks and assign work to crew members preferred.
- Ability and willingness to travel.
- Driver’s license and clean driving record are required.
- Ability to obtain Class A CDL within 6 months.
- Experience with heavy equipment operation including skid steers, dingos, and tractors.
- Experience with native plant installation, seeding, and erosion control best management practices.
- Ability to work independently when not leading crews.
Additional Information
- 40-50 hours per week, Monday-Friday with some Saturdays optional.
- Starting hourly wage: $22 - $27 per hour based on experience.
What We Offer:
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
- Group Health Plan.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
- Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
- Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
- The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
- Charitable matching gift program.
- All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
Company Overview
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, Inc., headquartered in Kent, Ohio has opportunities for persons interested in the field of urban forestry. We are seeking teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates should possess a professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety. Davey Resource Group provides a wide range of natural resource consulting services to clients in the private and public sectors, including urban forestry consulting and tree inventories, urban forest canopy assessments, and urban forestry management planning.
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.
Davey Resource Group, Inc., is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey.
To learn more, visit Davey.com.
Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.
Employment Type: Permanent
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 25%
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Which agriculture companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Minnesota?
Minnesota is home to several major agribusiness employers with documented STEM OPT hiring history, including Cargill, Land O'Lakes, CHS Inc., and Hormel Foods. These companies regularly hire for roles in food science, agricultural engineering, data analytics, and supply chain optimization. Smaller agtech firms and agricultural research organizations affiliated with the University of Minnesota also participate in STEM OPT sponsorship, particularly for research-adjacent and technical positions.
Which cities in Minnesota have the most agriculture F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
The Twin Cities metro, including Minneapolis and Saint Paul, concentrates the highest number of agriculture STEM OPT positions because major agribusiness headquarters and corporate R&D centers are based there. Wayzata, where Cargill is headquartered, and Arden Hills, home to Land O'Lakes, are particularly active. Rochester and Mankato also see activity tied to food processing operations and proximity to agricultural production regions in southern Minnesota.
How do I find agriculture F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Minnesota?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for Minnesota agriculture roles where employers have verified F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history, using DOL Labor Condition Application data to surface companies that have actually filed for STEM-eligible positions. This is more reliable than general job boards because it reflects real employer behavior rather than self-reported willingness to sponsor. Filter by the Agriculture and Farming category and set your location to Minnesota to see current openings.
What types of agriculture roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify are those classified under STEM-designated degree programs, typically requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related technical field. In agriculture, this includes agricultural engineering, food science, bioinformatics, precision agriculture technology, environmental science, and data analytics applied to crop management or supply chains. General farm management or non-technical production roles rarely qualify because they don't meet the degree-specificity requirement that STEM OPT extensions are built around.
Are there state-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Minnesota's agriculture sector?
Minnesota's agriculture industry is unusually research-intensive relative to other states, partly due to the University of Minnesota's strong agricultural sciences programs and partnerships with industry employers like Cargill and Land O'Lakes. This means more STEM-eligible roles exist in the state than in primarily production-focused agricultural states. Employers here are generally more familiar with academic visa pathways, though each employer's HR infrastructure and willingness to manage OPT paperwork still varies significantly. USCIS ultimately determines STEM OPT eligibility based on the specific role and degree alignment.