Nonprofit OPT Jobs in New York
New York is one of the most active states for nonprofit F-1 OPT sponsorship, with major employers including the United Nations, Human Rights Watch, Robin Hood Foundation, and hundreds of community organizations concentrated in New York City, Albany, and Buffalo. Roles in program management, research, communications, and policy analysis regularly appear with OPT-eligible sponsorship across the state.
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Get Access To All JobsJOB TITLE: Youth Counselor (White Plains)
DEPARTMENT: Youth Services-Coachman Family Center
FLSA: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Youth Services Coordinator
SALARY: $18.00 Hourly
SUMMARY
The Youth Counselor will work as a team member to provide academic, recreation and social emotional learning to the school age children/young adults.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works as a team member to provide academic, recreational and social emotional learning to the school age children/young adults in the Center.
- Provides direct services to the children/young adults in afterschool, summer camp and holiday programming.
- Creates a group environment that promotes and expects positive behavioral norms. Helps create a safe-haven for residential youth.
- Develops and implements age appropriate activities and programs; must prepare lesson plans.
- Documents monthly participation and outcomes; analyzes results and prepares recommendations.
- Participates in initial training and ongoing staff development and supervision.
- Maintains proper safety standards in regards to the health of participants in all programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
College degree or some college preferred. Previous experience working with children and/or young adults is essential. Experience working with low-income population preferred. Must enjoy the challenges involved with working with youth who may present a number of academic and social deficits. Upbeat, engaging personality desirable. Program hours include afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays. A clean/valid NYS Drivers License is required.
AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS:
Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE)
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA):
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.
JOB TITLE: Youth Counselor (White Plains)
DEPARTMENT: Youth Services-Coachman Family Center
FLSA: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Youth Services Coordinator
SALARY: $18.00 Hourly
SUMMARY
The Youth Counselor will work as a team member to provide academic, recreation and social emotional learning to the school age children/young adults.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works as a team member to provide academic, recreational and social emotional learning to the school age children/young adults in the Center.
- Provides direct services to the children/young adults in afterschool, summer camp and holiday programming.
- Creates a group environment that promotes and expects positive behavioral norms. Helps create a safe-haven for residential youth.
- Develops and implements age appropriate activities and programs; must prepare lesson plans.
- Documents monthly participation and outcomes; analyzes results and prepares recommendations.
- Participates in initial training and ongoing staff development and supervision.
- Maintains proper safety standards in regards to the health of participants in all programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
College degree or some college preferred. Previous experience working with children and/or young adults is essential. Experience working with low-income population preferred. Must enjoy the challenges involved with working with youth who may present a number of academic and social deficits. Upbeat, engaging personality desirable. Program hours include afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays. A clean/valid NYS Drivers License is required.
AGENCY PROFILE & EMPLOYEE EXPECTATIONS:
Westhab is a prominent community development organization, providing housing and supportive services for more than 10,000 of the most vulnerable members of our community each year. We are staffed by an extraordinary group of hard working professionals that are fully committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is not easy. Our expectations for all staff are high. We believe that the people and the communities that we have the privilege to serve deserve our very best every day. We are a results-driven organization that focuses on empowerment and impact. If you want to apply for this opportunity, it should only be because you feel ready for the challenges and expectations that come with joining this kind of team. (EOE)
OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA):
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ensures safe and healthful working conditions to workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Westhab complies with all applicable OSHA standards, rules and regulations in addition to keeping our workplaces free of serious recognized hazards.
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Search Nonprofit Jobs in New YorkNonprofit OPT Sponsorship Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
Which nonprofit organizations in New York sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
Large internationally focused nonprofits in New York City, including the United Nations Development Programme, International Rescue Committee, and Human Rights Watch, have established OPT sponsorship track records. Foundations such as the Ford Foundation and Robin Hood Foundation also hire OPT students. Sponsorship availability varies by role, budget cycle, and organizational capacity, so confirming with each employer's HR team is always necessary.
Which cities in New York have the most nonprofit F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
New York City accounts for the overwhelming majority of nonprofit F-1 OPT opportunities in the state, driven by its concentration of international NGOs, foundations, and advocacy organizations. Albany sees demand from policy-focused nonprofits and associations tied to state government. Buffalo and Rochester have smaller but active nonprofit sectors, particularly in community development, healthcare access, and education-focused organizations.
What types of nonprofit roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in New York?
Roles that align directly with a student's degree field are the strongest candidates for OPT authorization. Common qualifying positions in New York nonprofits include program coordinator, policy analyst, communications associate, data analyst, grants researcher, and social work associate. Roles requiring specialized skills in public health, international relations, economics, or data science tend to fit the practical training requirement most clearly.
How do I find nonprofit F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students on F-1 OPT seeking sponsored roles, and its job board filters by visa type, industry, and state. For nonprofit F-1 OPT jobs in New York, filtering by the nonprofit and social services category in New York on Migrate Mate surfaces employers that have actively sponsored OPT workers. This saves significant time compared to manually screening postings that rarely disclose sponsorship policies upfront.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in the nonprofit sector?
New York nonprofits operating with government contracts or grants sometimes face additional hiring compliance requirements that can complicate OPT sponsorship timelines. Students should also be aware that STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on degree field, not industry, so a public health or data-focused role at a nonprofit can qualify if the underlying degree is on the STEM designated degree program list maintained by ICE.