Automotive Jobs in Ohio with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
Ohio's automotive industry is one of the largest in the country, with major employers like Honda, General Motors, and Stellantis operating manufacturing plants, R&D centers, and engineering hubs across cities like Columbus, Toledo, and Marysville. F-1 OPT students in engineering, supply chain, and data analytics fields will find Ohio among the more active states for automotive sponsorship opportunities.
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INTRODUCTION
We are so much more than a Parts Store and we are looking for even more great talent to join our NAPA family! As a NAPA Counter Sales Associate, you are looked at as the “face of the retail store” and the go-to person as soon as our customers enter our retail stores for all of their automotive needs. You don’t need to be able to tear a motor down and rebuild it (however, if you can, that’s awesome) – but we do need you to have a background and knowledge of automotive parts. A NAPA Counter Sales associate is a great opportunity whether you are looking to spend your career with us as a Parts Specialist, want to work full/part-time, or you just want to get your foot in the door with us to explore other careers at some point – We welcome you!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you will be doing:
- Provide auto parts answers and solutions for our retail and wholesale customers in person at the counter/over the phone
- Use your parts knowledge to assist other NAPA team members answer questions for customers
- Providing outstanding customer care and interactions with everyone who comes into our NAPA Store!
- Bring customer focus and high energy to our fast-paced stores
- Welcome retail customers into our retail stores and engage to provide a positive consumer experience
- Use technology (computer), cash register, telephone, and paper catalog system
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
This is the right opportunity for you if you:
- Genuinely enjoy helping our retail and wholesale customers with their auto parts and service questions
- Have gained your parts experience by working in the automotive industry or have gained your experience tinkering with/repairing cars & trucks through the year
- You are willing to learn all things automotive if you don’t have the background in automotive parts
- Want to join a team where you can learn and grow your career – the opportunities are endless!
What you’ll need:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Previous experience in a parts store or automotive industry or at least a willingness to learn all things auto parts
- High School Diploma or GED. Technical or Trade school courses or degree
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Love fast-paced retail environments
- Great listening skills and empathy for customers
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
And if you have this, even better (not a deal breaker if you don’t):
- Background and/or passion for automotive industry, heavy equipment, farm industry, diesel, marine, or dealership
- Experience in a parts store, auction, retail store, auto body/collision
- Knowledge of cataloging AND/OR inventory management systems, a plus
- Entirely customer-centric (external/internal)
- ASE Certifications
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Awesome people and brand
- Competitive Pay
- Outstanding health benefits and 401K
- Stable company. Fortune 200 with a “family” feel
- A Culture of promotion from within, using your creativity, finding solutions/fixes, and where no 2 days or career paths are the same!
- Great training, and ongoing development with support from multiple leaders/your team
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.

INTRODUCTION
We are so much more than a Parts Store and we are looking for even more great talent to join our NAPA family! As a NAPA Counter Sales Associate, you are looked at as the “face of the retail store” and the go-to person as soon as our customers enter our retail stores for all of their automotive needs. You don’t need to be able to tear a motor down and rebuild it (however, if you can, that’s awesome) – but we do need you to have a background and knowledge of automotive parts. A NAPA Counter Sales associate is a great opportunity whether you are looking to spend your career with us as a Parts Specialist, want to work full/part-time, or you just want to get your foot in the door with us to explore other careers at some point – We welcome you!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you will be doing:
- Provide auto parts answers and solutions for our retail and wholesale customers in person at the counter/over the phone
- Use your parts knowledge to assist other NAPA team members answer questions for customers
- Providing outstanding customer care and interactions with everyone who comes into our NAPA Store!
- Bring customer focus and high energy to our fast-paced stores
- Welcome retail customers into our retail stores and engage to provide a positive consumer experience
- Use technology (computer), cash register, telephone, and paper catalog system
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
This is the right opportunity for you if you:
- Genuinely enjoy helping our retail and wholesale customers with their auto parts and service questions
- Have gained your parts experience by working in the automotive industry or have gained your experience tinkering with/repairing cars & trucks through the year
- You are willing to learn all things automotive if you don’t have the background in automotive parts
- Want to join a team where you can learn and grow your career – the opportunities are endless!
What you’ll need:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Previous experience in a parts store or automotive industry or at least a willingness to learn all things auto parts
- High School Diploma or GED. Technical or Trade school courses or degree
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Love fast-paced retail environments
- Great listening skills and empathy for customers
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
And if you have this, even better (not a deal breaker if you don’t):
- Background and/or passion for automotive industry, heavy equipment, farm industry, diesel, marine, or dealership
- Experience in a parts store, auction, retail store, auto body/collision
- Knowledge of cataloging AND/OR inventory management systems, a plus
- Entirely customer-centric (external/internal)
- ASE Certifications
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- Awesome people and brand
- Competitive Pay
- Outstanding health benefits and 401K
- Stable company. Fortune 200 with a “family” feel
- A Culture of promotion from within, using your creativity, finding solutions/fixes, and where no 2 days or career paths are the same!
- Great training, and ongoing development with support from multiple leaders/your team
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 in Ohio sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
Honda operates a major manufacturing and R&D campus in Marysville, and General Motors has significant engineering presence in the state. Stellantis, suppliers like Bosch and Magna, and Tier 1 parts manufacturers with Ohio facilities have also filed OPT-eligible positions in recent years. Sponsorship practices vary by company and role, so confirming directly with the employer's HR team is always necessary.
Which cities in Ohio have the most automotive F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Toledo has a strong concentration of automotive activity given its proximity to Detroit and its own manufacturing base. Columbus attracts engineering and technology roles tied to automotive companies expanding into electrification and software. Marysville, home to Honda's North American manufacturing headquarters, is a consistent source of engineering and operations roles that have historically welcomed OPT candidates.
What types of automotive roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Ohio?
Roles that align with a student's field of study are the core requirement for OPT eligibility. In Ohio's automotive sector, that commonly includes mechanical and electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality assurance, supply chain analysis, data science applied to vehicle systems, and software development for connected or autonomous vehicle platforms. The position must be directly related to your degree program.
How do I find automotive F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students on F-1 OPT and filters jobs by visa type, state, and industry. Searching Ohio automotive jobs on Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers who have indicated openness to OPT candidates, saving you from applying to positions where sponsorship was never on the table. Filtering by the automotive category and Ohio location is the most direct starting point.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in the automotive industry?
Ohio's automotive employers often operate on-site or hybrid schedules at manufacturing and engineering facilities, which matters for OPT compliance since your authorized work must occur at a qualifying employer location. STEM OPT extension applicants should confirm that their employer has an E-Verify enrollment, which is required for the 24-month extension. Ohio State University and University of Toledo alumni networks can also be useful for connecting with automotive hiring managers in the region.
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