Insurance OPT Jobs in Oregon
F-1 OPT insurance jobs in Oregon are concentrated in Portland, where carriers like Regence BlueCross BlueShield, Cambia Health Solutions, and PEMCO have established operations. The state's mix of health, property, and casualty insurance employers creates openings for actuarial, underwriting, claims, and risk analysis roles that commonly align with OPT-eligible degree fields.
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Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.
Compensation Overview
The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.
Salary Range
$67,000.00 - $110,600.00
Target Openings
1
What Is the Opportunity?
Be the Hero in Someone's Story
When life throws curveballs - storms, accidents, unexpected challenges - YOU become the beacon of hope that guides our customers back to stability. At Travelers, our Claims Organization isn't just a department; it's the beating heart of our promise to be there when our customers need us most.
As a Claim Rep, you will be responsible for managing, evaluating, and processing claims in a timely and accurate manner.
In this detail-oriented and customer focused role, you will work closely with insureds to ensure claims are resolved efficiently while maintaining a high level of professionalism, empathy, and service throughout the claims handling process.
As of the date of this posting, Travelers anticipates that this posting will remain open until 11/10/2026.
What Will You Do?
- Provide quality claim handling of General Liability claims including customer contacts, coverage, investigation, evaluation, reserving, negotiation, and resolution in accordance with company policies, compliance, and state specific regulations.
- Communicate with policyholders, claimants, providers, and other stakeholders to gather information and provide updates.
- Determine claim eligibility, coverage, liability, and settlement amounts.
- Ensure accurate and complete documentation of claim files and transactions.
- Identify and escalate potential fraud or complex claims for further investigation.
- Coordinate with internal teams such as investigators, legal, and customer service, as needed.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Three years of experience in insurance claims, preferably General Liability claims.
- Experience with claims management and software systems.
- Strong understanding of insurance principles, terminology with the ability to understand and articulate policies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to handle complex claims and negotiate settlements.
- Exceptional customer service skills and a commitment to providing a positive experience for insureds and claimants.
What is a Must Have?
- One-year bodily injury liability claim handling experience, or one year of liability claim experience, or successful completion of Travelers Claim Representative training program.
What Is in It for You?
- Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
- Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
- Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
- Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
- Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
Employment Practices
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.
In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.
If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.
Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.
Who Are We?
Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.
Compensation Overview
The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.
Salary Range
$67,000.00 - $110,600.00
Target Openings
1
What Is the Opportunity?
Be the Hero in Someone's Story
When life throws curveballs - storms, accidents, unexpected challenges - YOU become the beacon of hope that guides our customers back to stability. At Travelers, our Claims Organization isn't just a department; it's the beating heart of our promise to be there when our customers need us most.
As a Claim Rep, you will be responsible for managing, evaluating, and processing claims in a timely and accurate manner.
In this detail-oriented and customer focused role, you will work closely with insureds to ensure claims are resolved efficiently while maintaining a high level of professionalism, empathy, and service throughout the claims handling process.
As of the date of this posting, Travelers anticipates that this posting will remain open until 11/10/2026.
What Will You Do?
- Provide quality claim handling of General Liability claims including customer contacts, coverage, investigation, evaluation, reserving, negotiation, and resolution in accordance with company policies, compliance, and state specific regulations.
- Communicate with policyholders, claimants, providers, and other stakeholders to gather information and provide updates.
- Determine claim eligibility, coverage, liability, and settlement amounts.
- Ensure accurate and complete documentation of claim files and transactions.
- Identify and escalate potential fraud or complex claims for further investigation.
- Coordinate with internal teams such as investigators, legal, and customer service, as needed.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Three years of experience in insurance claims, preferably General Liability claims.
- Experience with claims management and software systems.
- Strong understanding of insurance principles, terminology with the ability to understand and articulate policies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to handle complex claims and negotiate settlements.
- Exceptional customer service skills and a commitment to providing a positive experience for insureds and claimants.
What is a Must Have?
- One-year bodily injury liability claim handling experience, or one year of liability claim experience, or successful completion of Travelers Claim Representative training program.
What Is in It for You?
- Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
- Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
- Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
- Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
- Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
Employment Practices
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.
In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.
If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.
Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.
OPT Insurance Job Roles in Oregon
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Search Insurance Jobs in OregonInsurance OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
Which insurance companies in Oregon sponsor F-1 OPT visas?
Oregon-based carriers and regional offices with a history of hiring international candidates include Regence BlueCross BlueShield, Cambia Health Solutions, Moda Health, and PEMCO Insurance. National insurers with Portland-area operations, such as Nationwide, Travelers, and Liberty Mutual, also hire F-1 OPT workers into analytical and technical roles. Sponsorship decisions are made at the individual hiring manager level, so availability varies by role and timing.
Which cities in Oregon have the most insurance F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Portland accounts for the large majority of insurance employment in Oregon, hosting the headquarters of several regional carriers and the Oregon offices of national insurers. Beaverton and Lake Oswego, both part of the greater Portland metro area, also have insurance employer presences. Salem has a smaller insurance market tied to state government and public employee benefit programs. Outside the Portland metro, sponsorship opportunities are limited.
What types of insurance roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that align closely with quantitative or business degree fields tend to qualify most reliably. These include actuarial analyst, data analyst, underwriter, financial analyst, risk analyst, and claims analyst positions. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, such as statistics, mathematics, finance, or computer science, are the strongest fit for OPT authorization. Sales and purely customer-facing roles are less likely to meet the specialty occupation threshold needed for later H-1B visa sponsorship.
How do I find insurance F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students on F-1 OPT and filters jobs by visa type, industry, and state, making it straightforward to browse insurance roles in Oregon that employers have flagged for sponsorship consideration. Searching on Migrate Mate for insurance positions in Oregon saves time compared to manually researching each employer's sponsorship history. Filtering by your specific degree field, such as actuarial science or data analytics, helps narrow results to roles where OPT eligibility is most relevant.
Are there any Oregon-specific considerations for F-1 OPT students pursuing insurance jobs?
Oregon's insurance market is notably health-insurance-heavy given the state's focus on healthcare coverage reform and the presence of major regional health plans. F-1 OPT students with degrees in health informatics, public health, or biostatistics may find Oregon particularly relevant. Oregon also has an active state insurance division that employs analysts, though government roles often have citizenship or permanent residency requirements. OPT STEM extension eligibility depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code, not the job title, so confirm your program qualifies before applying.