Transportation Jobs in New Jersey with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
Transportation F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in New Jersey are concentrated around the Port of Newark, Newark Liberty International Airport, and the dense freight corridors linking the state to New York City. Major employers including Maersk, FedEx, UPS, and Amazon operate logistics and supply chain hubs here, creating demand for international students with engineering, operations, and data analytics backgrounds.
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INTRODUCTION
At First Student, our Dispatchers are a constant reflection of our company’s commitment to safety and customer service. The Dispatcher is responsible for dispatching all buses, ensuring on-time performance of routes, and counseling drivers and monitors on the front line. At First Student, we are proud to offer tremendous career advancement opportunities due to a strong presence across North America and a positive and rewarding work environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Dispatcher Responsibilities:
- Oversees all routes and scheduling of buses
- Counsels and coaches drivers and monitors
- Handles heavy phone and radio traffic
- Takes all scheduling and driver complaints, report to Operations Supervisor/Contract Manager
- Serves as primary communication liaison with major contracted customer
- May handle charter reservations, billing, or driver payroll
- Provides solutions to drop-off and pick-up problems
- Handle back-up driver duties or perform miscellaneous clerical duties as needed
- Completes assignment of special projects
- Assists with supervision of day-to-day operations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Dispatcher Experience and Skills Required:
- 3-5 years experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic knowledge of radio dispatch equipment
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to deliver under time constraints and deadlines
- Previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience
- Computer literate
- Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
First Student's commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and an ambition to deliver dependable transportation makes for a working environment you'll love. As a huge company with 120,000 staff and over 2.5 billion customers worldwide, you'll also enjoy security, a brilliant future, and excellent training. Apply today to join our team!
We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce; therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California, First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all.
In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request.

INTRODUCTION
At First Student, our Dispatchers are a constant reflection of our company’s commitment to safety and customer service. The Dispatcher is responsible for dispatching all buses, ensuring on-time performance of routes, and counseling drivers and monitors on the front line. At First Student, we are proud to offer tremendous career advancement opportunities due to a strong presence across North America and a positive and rewarding work environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Dispatcher Responsibilities:
- Oversees all routes and scheduling of buses
- Counsels and coaches drivers and monitors
- Handles heavy phone and radio traffic
- Takes all scheduling and driver complaints, report to Operations Supervisor/Contract Manager
- Serves as primary communication liaison with major contracted customer
- May handle charter reservations, billing, or driver payroll
- Provides solutions to drop-off and pick-up problems
- Handle back-up driver duties or perform miscellaneous clerical duties as needed
- Completes assignment of special projects
- Assists with supervision of day-to-day operations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Dispatcher Experience and Skills Required:
- 3-5 years experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic knowledge of radio dispatch equipment
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to deliver under time constraints and deadlines
- Previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience
- Computer literate
- Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
First Student's commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and an ambition to deliver dependable transportation makes for a working environment you'll love. As a huge company with 120,000 staff and over 2.5 billion customers worldwide, you'll also enjoy security, a brilliant future, and excellent training. Apply today to join our team!
We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce; therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California, First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all.
In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request.
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Which transportation companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in New Jersey?
Companies with significant transportation and logistics operations in New Jersey that have historically filed OPT-compatible positions include Maersk, FedEx, UPS, Amazon, and XPO Logistics. Port-facing employers near Newark and Elizabeth, as well as freight and supply chain firms along the I-95 corridor, are among the more active hirers of international students in this sector.
Which cities in New Jersey have the most transportation F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Newark leads due to its international airport and proximity to Port Newark-Elizabeth, one of the busiest container ports on the East Coast. Edison, Parsippany, and Woodbridge see activity from regional logistics and freight companies. Jersey City attracts supply chain and operations roles tied to nearby New York City distribution networks. Secaucus and Carteret also have warehouse and fleet management employers.
What types of transportation roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align with STEM-designated programs tend to see the most OPT sponsorship activity in transportation. These include supply chain analyst, logistics engineer, transportation data analyst, operations research analyst, and fleet optimization specialist. Positions requiring quantitative skills, systems thinking, or engineering degrees are generally more compatible with OPT authorization than non-degree-track operational roles.
How do I find transportation F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in New Jersey?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type, including F-1 OPT, and by industry and state. Searching for transportation roles in New Jersey on Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have sponsored international candidates in this sector before, which saves time compared to filtering generic job boards manually. You can also filter by STEM OPT eligibility if your degree qualifies.
Are there any New Jersey-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in the transportation industry?
New Jersey's transportation sector is heavily tied to port operations, rail freight, and last-mile delivery infrastructure, which means many entry-level roles are operational rather than degree-requiring. F-1 OPT requires that your job be directly related to your major field of study, so candidates should confirm the role aligns with their degree before applying. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on your specific program's CIP code, not just your general field.
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