Insurance Jobs in Pennsylvania with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
Insurance F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania are concentrated in Philadelphia and its suburbs, where major carriers like Lincoln Financial Group, Cigna, and Independence Blue Cross maintain large operations. Roles in actuarial science, underwriting, claims analysis, and risk management are among the most active hiring areas for OPT candidates across the state.
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JOB SUMMARY
This job is responsible for assisting the Store Lead with the daily oversight of one Highmark Direct Retail Store. This job will work closely with the Store Lead to monitor operations of a specific store. In addition, this job requires extensive knowledge of all Highmark products, systems, and resources used in stores, including a working knowledge of any necessary Highmark or Highmark-owned ancillary products. This job will serve a leadership role within a specific store when the Store Lead is not on duty.
The schedule for this role is Wednesday through Saturday 8am to 6pm.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contribute to store sales in a specific store by serving as a sales representative on the store's weekly schedule: Including sales of all Highmark core products, HMIG products, Highmark Senior products and any additional ancillary products being offered (Dental, Travel, Pet, SNPs, etc.). Conduct daily monitoring of sales numbers. Come up with new methods/ideas to improve sales and customer experience. Report all such ideas to Store Lead.
- Oversee store operations in a specific store when the Store Lead is not on duty: Including Operations Manual adherence, SOP adherence, ensuring store remains within corporate and federal compliance. Executing all opening and closing responsibilities. Be familiar with and be able to execute any necessary emergency procedures. Handle any Customer Service escalations.
- Maintain a high-quality store appearance. Must ensure the store is optimally stocked and cleaned. Ensure all displays are placed according to the Merchandise Guidelines.
- Monitor customer feedback and report all pertinent feedback to the Store Manager.
- Complete required training, including annual Medicare/CMS certification.
- Assist Store Manager on other operations duties as assigned.
Education
Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred:
- Associate’s degree
Experience
Required:
- 2 years of experience in Customer Service, Sales, Marketing, or a related field
Preferred:
- 1 year of experience in a metric-driven sales role
SKILLS
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, up to 40-50 hours per week as needed, including weekends, some holidays and evenings
- Excellent communication skills – verbal, written, listening, including persuasive communication styles.
- Strong sense of ownership with the ability to take control of difficult situations.
- Ability to be responsive to the needs and requirements of the customers/members, and to curate effective sales solutions to meet customer needs.
- Excellent time management skills and prior experience in a fast-paced environment with daily work processing deadlines, and frequent interruptions.
- Demonstrated customer service orientation and personal accountability. Ability to work effectively with minor supervision.
- Proficient computer skills, including intermediate skill level on Microsoft Office programs.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS
Required:
- State-specific Producer License for Life, Accident and Health is required or must be obtained within 45 days of hire
Preferred:
- None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT
0% - 25%
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT (other than English)?
None
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type:
Office-Based
Teaches/Trains others regularly
Does Not Apply
Travels regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Does Not Apply
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (Sales employees)
Does Not Apply
Physical Work Site Required
No
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Does Not Apply
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Does Not Apply
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Does Not Apply
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement: This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
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JOB SUMMARY
This job is responsible for assisting the Store Lead with the daily oversight of one Highmark Direct Retail Store. This job will work closely with the Store Lead to monitor operations of a specific store. In addition, this job requires extensive knowledge of all Highmark products, systems, and resources used in stores, including a working knowledge of any necessary Highmark or Highmark-owned ancillary products. This job will serve a leadership role within a specific store when the Store Lead is not on duty.
The schedule for this role is Wednesday through Saturday 8am to 6pm.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contribute to store sales in a specific store by serving as a sales representative on the store's weekly schedule: Including sales of all Highmark core products, HMIG products, Highmark Senior products and any additional ancillary products being offered (Dental, Travel, Pet, SNPs, etc.). Conduct daily monitoring of sales numbers. Come up with new methods/ideas to improve sales and customer experience. Report all such ideas to Store Lead.
- Oversee store operations in a specific store when the Store Lead is not on duty: Including Operations Manual adherence, SOP adherence, ensuring store remains within corporate and federal compliance. Executing all opening and closing responsibilities. Be familiar with and be able to execute any necessary emergency procedures. Handle any Customer Service escalations.
- Maintain a high-quality store appearance. Must ensure the store is optimally stocked and cleaned. Ensure all displays are placed according to the Merchandise Guidelines.
- Monitor customer feedback and report all pertinent feedback to the Store Manager.
- Complete required training, including annual Medicare/CMS certification.
- Assist Store Manager on other operations duties as assigned.
Education
Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Preferred:
- Associate’s degree
Experience
Required:
- 2 years of experience in Customer Service, Sales, Marketing, or a related field
Preferred:
- 1 year of experience in a metric-driven sales role
SKILLS
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, up to 40-50 hours per week as needed, including weekends, some holidays and evenings
- Excellent communication skills – verbal, written, listening, including persuasive communication styles.
- Strong sense of ownership with the ability to take control of difficult situations.
- Ability to be responsive to the needs and requirements of the customers/members, and to curate effective sales solutions to meet customer needs.
- Excellent time management skills and prior experience in a fast-paced environment with daily work processing deadlines, and frequent interruptions.
- Demonstrated customer service orientation and personal accountability. Ability to work effectively with minor supervision.
- Proficient computer skills, including intermediate skill level on Microsoft Office programs.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS
Required:
- State-specific Producer License for Life, Accident and Health is required or must be obtained within 45 days of hire
Preferred:
- None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT
0% - 25%
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT (other than English)?
None
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type:
Office-Based
Teaches/Trains others regularly
Does Not Apply
Travels regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Does Not Apply
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (Sales employees)
Does Not Apply
Physical Work Site Required
No
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Does Not Apply
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Does Not Apply
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Does Not Apply
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement: This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
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Which insurance companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania-based insurers with established OPT hiring patterns include Lincoln Financial Group (headquartered in Radnor), Cigna (significant operations in Philadelphia), Independence Blue Cross, Erie Indemnity, and Nationwide's regional offices. Larger carriers tend to have structured OPT programs, particularly for actuarial, data analytics, and technology roles, though sponsorship availability varies by department, headcount, and business need at any given time.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most insurance F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Philadelphia and its Main Line suburbs, including Wayne, Radnor, and Malvern, account for the largest concentration of insurance OPT roles in Pennsylvania, driven by the presence of major carriers and financial services firms. Pittsburgh has a smaller but active market, particularly in risk management and financial analysis. Harrisburg also sees some activity given its proximity to state government insurance regulatory functions.
What types of insurance roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles most commonly associated with F-1 OPT sponsorship in Pennsylvania's insurance sector include actuarial analyst, underwriting analyst, data analyst, financial analyst, risk analyst, and software engineer positions supporting insurance platforms. These roles generally require a bachelor's or master's degree in a directly related field, which satisfies the STEM or non-STEM OPT work authorization requirement depending on the specific CIP code of your degree program.
How do I find insurance F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type and state, making it straightforward to browse insurance roles in Pennsylvania that are open to F-1 OPT candidates. Rather than manually sorting through postings, you can search by industry and location to surface employers already familiar with OPT authorization, which saves significant time when your OPT window is limited.
Are there any Pennsylvania-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in insurance?
Pennsylvania's insurance industry is regulated by the Pennsylvania Insurance Department, and some compliance and licensing roles require state-specific certifications that take time to obtain, which can affect hiring timelines relative to your OPT start date. Additionally, if you're targeting a STEM OPT extension, confirm your degree's CIP code qualifies, as not all insurance-related programs are designated STEM, which affects how long you can work without H-1B sponsorship.
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