Consulting F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in New Mexico
F-1 STEM OPT consulting jobs in New Mexico are concentrated in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, where federal contractors, national laboratories, and technology services firms actively hire analytical and data-focused roles. Employers like Sandia National Laboratories, Leidos, and Booz Allen Hamilton have filed Labor Condition Applications for consulting and professional services positions that align with STEM OPT-eligible degree fields.
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INTRODUCTION
Clean Harbors in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist (CleanPack Chemist) to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste in accordance with Federal/State/Local regulations and our company policies and procedures. This position will work both indoors and outdoors at plants, labs, customer sites and are responsible for assisting with lab packs within customer facilities, household hazardous waste (HHW) collections and lab moves. This is a customer facing position, working at customer sites daily. The Environmental Field Chemist are (NOT) laboratory-based Chemist.
ABOUT CLEAN HARBORS
Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.
WHY WORK FOR CLEAN HARBORS?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Recruiting Pay range $24-$27
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
- Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
- Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Driver’s license
- Strong customer service skills
- By position, obtain hazmat and tanker endorsement within 6 months of employment
- Perform physical functions per job requirements
- Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
- Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- College degree in Chemistry or Natural Science
- Previous experience in Environmental Services (i.e. remediation, abatement, emergency spill response, etc.)
Our Environmental Field Chemist is an entry level position into an exciting and rewarding career at Clean Harbors. Transitioning Military, this is a great opportunity to leverage your skills, experience, and training as you return to civilian life.
CAREER GROWTH
This position is an entry level management position. From this role, there are approximately 15 other roles one can be promoted into within Clean Harbors. A significant number of our middle and senior management staff all started in this role, from less than 5 years ago to 30 plus years ago. Many others who have started in this role have significant positions within our customers as Environmental Health and Safety staff members at significant universities, pharmaceutical manufacturers as well as other customers.
We will accelerate your training, so you learn the skills and knowledge to succeed in this position and start your career. You can work in any of our 200+ branch locations and can transfer internally. After successfully learning this position in approximately 18 to 36 months, then you will have the opportunity to move into a Salary Management position.
CLEAN HARBORS TECHNICAL SERVICES
- Waste Disposal – Comprehensive disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste at Company-owned facilities
- Recycling Services – Extensive recycling, reuse and reclamation options for materials such as solvents, chemicals, oil and electrical equipment
- Chemical Packing – Safe, efficient handling and disposal of the widest range of chemicals, including reactives and compressed gases
- Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services – HHW collection programs of all types and sizes, facilitated by Clean Harbors expert personnel
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
- Prepare computer generated packing lists, labels, manifest, and land disposal restriction notifications
- Perform inspections of staging, accumulating and storage areas to ensure proper housekeeping procedures and compliance
- Inspect storage area and drums for leaks or spills
- Inspect drums for compliance with labeling regulations
- Collects, segregates, and properly packages waste chemicals for disposal to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance
- Executes Jobs at Clean Harbors customer locations including fortune 500 companies
- Responsible for final preparation and approval of all projects before shipment in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DOT and company policies
- Conducts projects/jobs according to site specific Federal, State, and local regulations and health and safety plans
- Understand customer specific disposal restrictions/special packaging requirements
- Sample and profile of new waste streams or any waste needing analytical testing
- Ensures drum count is correct and that drum conditions are shippable in accordance our company’s policies and procedure
- Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
- Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
- Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
- Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Which consulting companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in New Mexico?
Federal contractors and national laboratory support firms are among the most active F-1 STEM OPT employers in New Mexico's consulting sector. Companies such as Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, SAIC, and Sandia Corporation have filed Labor Condition Applications for consulting roles in the state. Management and technology consulting firms supporting Los Alamos and Sandia National Laboratories also appear in DOL disclosure data as recurring sponsors.
Which cities in New Mexico have the most consulting F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Albuquerque accounts for the largest share of consulting F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship activity in New Mexico, driven by its concentration of federal agencies, defense contractors, and technology firms. Santa Fe sees sponsorship activity tied to state government IT consulting and policy-adjacent analytical roles. Rio Rancho has a smaller but growing presence linked to technology services firms operating out of the Albuquerque metropolitan corridor.
What types of consulting roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify for STEM OPT must be directly related to a USCIS-designated STEM degree field. In consulting, this typically includes data analytics consulting, management information systems advisory, operations research, environmental science consulting, and technology strategy roles. Positions requiring applied quantitative or computational skills tied to a STEM degree are most likely to qualify. The employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify, a firm requirement for all STEM OPT positions.
How do I find consulting F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New Mexico?
Migrate Mate lets you filter consulting and professional services jobs in New Mexico specifically by F-1 STEM OPT visa eligibility, showing employers with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history in the state. This removes the guesswork of identifying which firms are willing and able to support STEM OPT extensions. You can narrow results by city, role type, and degree field to surface opportunities aligned with your specific STEM background.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT consulting jobs in New Mexico?
New Mexico's consulting market is heavily shaped by federal spending on defense and energy research, which means many employers are subject to security clearance requirements that can complicate F-1 STEM OPT hiring. Not all cleared positions are accessible to F-1 students. Additionally, New Mexico's smaller private-sector consulting base means fewer opportunities outside the federal contracting ecosystem compared to larger states, so targeting firms with established STEM OPT filing history is particularly important here.