Automotive Jobs in New York with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
Automotive F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in New York are concentrated around companies like Stellantis, Bosch, and Aptiv, which maintain engineering and technology operations across the state. New York City's growing mobility and electric vehicle sector adds software and systems roles to the traditional mix. Most positions fall in the mechanical, electrical, and software engineering fields.
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Get Access To All JobsThis is a Delivery Driver opportunity that truly delivers on being a NAPA brand ambassador! Does being out on the open road (not in the office/store all day) get you excited? While it takes some great people to serve our customers from the inside, our Driver jobs are for those who want to be outside serving our customers! A NAPA Delivery Driver is a great opportunity whether you are looking to spend your career with us as a Driver, want to get your foot in the door with us to explore other careers at some point, and or just want to earn some extra income – We welcome you!
What you’ll be doing:
- Delivering parts to our Customers with a passion for developing relationships with our customers
- Picks up parts from vendors, ensure stock room parts are accurately stocked and maintain/check inventory
- Consistently focused on safety while driving and delivering our parts
- Serving as a NAPA Brand Ambassador as you meet customers during your deliveries
- Building long-term relationships with the customers you deliver to
- Maintain store delivery truck through adherence maintained to safety checklists, ensuring vehicle is clean, and that basic maintenance is done (e.g., correct tire pressure)
- Other duties as needed
This is the right opportunity for you if you
- Love to work independently, enjoy driving (safely), and also engaging with customers face to face
- Take pride in the work that you do and focused on safety and reliability each day!
- Want to be a part of a company that focuses on finding fixes for customers and where no 2 days are the same
- Thrive off being in a very fast-moving environment and being super busy yet being a part of a company where you just may find your “2nd family”!
- Are a student or retired and want to work with a company that will be flexible with your schedule
What you’ll need:
- Agility to bend to floor-level shelves and reach to upper shelves (eight feet) with use of stool or ladder when necessary and the stamina to stand and walk for entire work shift and lift up to 60 lbs of merchandise
- Able to handle cash charge transactions correctly and core/part returns appropriately
- Maintaining a distribution log or tracking system to record all deliveries/pickups made
- Inspecting, protecting and maintaining company assets, merchandise, vehicles, building and people
- Clear speaking and attentive listening skills
- Driving throughout the metropolitan area using maps and directions
- Able to be flexible with your schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Valid Driver’s License
What is in it for you:
- Awesome people and brand
- Outstanding health benefits and 401K
- Stable company. Fortune 200 with a “family” feel
- Family Culture where no 2 days or career paths are the same!
- Opportunity for accessing multiple career paths, ongoing development, with support from leaders and your team
This position offers an hourly pay of $16.25. Many of our hourly positions have pay progression with set starting rates and you reach the top end of this range within 12 months of hire. For other positions, the starting rate will be determined based on individual skills, experience, and qualifications. We value the unique contributions of each team member and encourage candidates to discuss their backgrounds during the interview process.
Benefits:
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, holidays, sick days, and paternal leave
Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs.
Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!
GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
This is a Delivery Driver opportunity that truly delivers on being a NAPA brand ambassador! Does being out on the open road (not in the office/store all day) get you excited? While it takes some great people to serve our customers from the inside, our Driver jobs are for those who want to be outside serving our customers! A NAPA Delivery Driver is a great opportunity whether you are looking to spend your career with us as a Driver, want to get your foot in the door with us to explore other careers at some point, and or just want to earn some extra income – We welcome you!
What you’ll be doing:
- Delivering parts to our Customers with a passion for developing relationships with our customers
- Picks up parts from vendors, ensure stock room parts are accurately stocked and maintain/check inventory
- Consistently focused on safety while driving and delivering our parts
- Serving as a NAPA Brand Ambassador as you meet customers during your deliveries
- Building long-term relationships with the customers you deliver to
- Maintain store delivery truck through adherence maintained to safety checklists, ensuring vehicle is clean, and that basic maintenance is done (e.g., correct tire pressure)
- Other duties as needed
This is the right opportunity for you if you
- Love to work independently, enjoy driving (safely), and also engaging with customers face to face
- Take pride in the work that you do and focused on safety and reliability each day!
- Want to be a part of a company that focuses on finding fixes for customers and where no 2 days are the same
- Thrive off being in a very fast-moving environment and being super busy yet being a part of a company where you just may find your “2nd family”!
- Are a student or retired and want to work with a company that will be flexible with your schedule
What you’ll need:
- Agility to bend to floor-level shelves and reach to upper shelves (eight feet) with use of stool or ladder when necessary and the stamina to stand and walk for entire work shift and lift up to 60 lbs of merchandise
- Able to handle cash charge transactions correctly and core/part returns appropriately
- Maintaining a distribution log or tracking system to record all deliveries/pickups made
- Inspecting, protecting and maintaining company assets, merchandise, vehicles, building and people
- Clear speaking and attentive listening skills
- Driving throughout the metropolitan area using maps and directions
- Able to be flexible with your schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Valid Driver’s License
What is in it for you:
- Awesome people and brand
- Outstanding health benefits and 401K
- Stable company. Fortune 200 with a “family” feel
- Family Culture where no 2 days or career paths are the same!
- Opportunity for accessing multiple career paths, ongoing development, with support from leaders and your team
This position offers an hourly pay of $16.25. Many of our hourly positions have pay progression with set starting rates and you reach the top end of this range within 12 months of hire. For other positions, the starting rate will be determined based on individual skills, experience, and qualifications. We value the unique contributions of each team member and encourage candidates to discuss their backgrounds during the interview process.
Benefits:
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, holidays, sick days, and paternal leave
Additional Perks: Employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs.
Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by joining our Talent Community on jobs.genpt.com or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!
GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.
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Which automotive companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in New York?
Companies with documented F-1 OPT and H-1B sponsorship histories in New York's automotive sector include Bosch, Aptiv, Delphi Technologies, and several Tier 1 suppliers with regional offices in the state. Mobility technology firms in New York City, including EV startups and autonomous vehicle software companies, have also hired international students in engineering and data roles. Sponsorship patterns vary by company size and hiring cycle.
Which cities in New York have the most automotive F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
New York City hosts the largest concentration of automotive technology and mobility roles, particularly in software engineering, data analytics, and product management tied to EV and connected-vehicle companies. Rochester and Buffalo have a longer history of manufacturing-adjacent automotive supplier roles. Syracuse and Albany occasionally have openings tied to transportation infrastructure and automotive systems firms operating in the Capital Region.
What types of automotive roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in New York?
Roles that regularly qualify include mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, embedded systems engineers, software developers, data scientists working on vehicle data, and supply chain analysts. These positions require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard USCIS uses when employers later pursue H-1B sponsorship. General operations or sales roles are less commonly sponsored.
How do I find automotive F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type, state, and industry, making it straightforward to browse automotive F-1 OPT roles in New York without sorting through listings that don't offer sponsorship. You can search by your OPT authorization period and target companies with a documented sponsorship history in New York's automotive and mobility sector.
Are there state-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in New York's automotive industry?
New York's automotive sector skews more heavily toward technology and mobility startups than states like Michigan, which means OPT roles often sit in software or systems engineering rather than traditional manufacturing. New York also has a large number of cap-exempt research institutions and national labs involved in clean transportation, which can offer OPT-eligible positions outside the standard H-1B sponsorship path. Standard 12-month and 24-month STEM OPT rules still apply regardless of employer type.
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