Automotive OPT Jobs in Tennessee

Tennessee's automotive sector is one of the most active F-1 OPT hiring markets in the South, anchored by Nissan's North American headquarters in Franklin, Volkswagen's assembly plant in Chattanooga, and a growing network of Tier 1 suppliers across Nashville, Memphis, and Smyrna. International students in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain fields will find concentrated sponsorship activity here.

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Open Jobs99+
Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationMemphis, TN
Most JobsRegional One Health

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AutoZone
Accountant, Fixed Assets
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AutoZone
New 4h ago
Accountant, Fixed Assets
AutoZone
Memphis, Tennessee
Finance
Accounting
Audit
Tax
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Regional One Health
Radiology Technician
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Regional One Health
New 8h ago
Radiology Technician
Regional One Health
Memphis, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
On-Site
Associate's
2-10

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Adient
Quality Engineer
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Adient
Added 6d ago
Quality Engineer
Adient
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Quality Control
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Jackson National Life Insurance Company
Director, National Sales Desk
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Jackson National Life Insurance Company
Added 1w ago
Director, National Sales Desk
Jackson National Life Insurance Company
Nashville, Tennessee
Sales
Customer Success
Human Resources
Inside Sales
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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AISIN AUTOMOTIVE CASTING OF TENNESSEE
EHS Specialist
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AISIN AUTOMOTIVE CASTING OF TENNESSEE
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EHS Specialist
AISIN AUTOMOTIVE CASTING OF TENNESSEE
Clinton, Tennessee
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
Bachelor's

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OPT Automotive Job Roles in Tennessee

Healthcare Administration34 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing26 jobs
Nursing25 jobs
Specialized Engineering22 jobs
Engineering (Non-Software)21 jobs
Quality Control15 jobs
Project & Program Management15 jobs
Manufacturing Operations14 jobs
Allied Health13 jobs
Project Management13 jobs

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Automotive OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

Which automotive companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Tennessee?

Nissan North America in Franklin and Volkswagen in Chattanooga are among the largest automotive employers in Tennessee with established records of hiring international students. Major Tier 1 suppliers such as Bridgestone Americas (headquartered in Nashville) and Denso Manufacturing also operate significant Tennessee facilities. Sponsorship practices vary by role, team, and hiring cycle, so confirming OPT eligibility directly with each employer's HR or recruiting team is important.

Which cities in Tennessee have the most automotive F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?

Franklin and Nashville in Middle Tennessee see consistent automotive hiring, driven by Nissan's corporate headquarters and a cluster of supplier offices. Chattanooga is a strong market for manufacturing and engineering roles tied to Volkswagen's assembly operations. Smyrna, home to Nissan's largest U.S. production plant, also generates steady demand for production engineers, quality specialists, and supply chain roles that commonly qualify for F-1 OPT.

What types of automotive roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?

Roles that require a specific technical degree tend to qualify most reliably for F-1 OPT. In Tennessee's automotive sector, this includes mechanical and industrial engineering positions, manufacturing and process engineering, quality assurance and controls engineering, supply chain and logistics analysis, and software or embedded systems roles tied to vehicle technology. Positions where the employer can demonstrate a direct connection between the job duties and your field of study are the strongest fit for OPT authorization.

How do I find automotive F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Tennessee?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students seeking OPT-friendly roles and lets you filter by visa type, state, and industry to surface verified automotive F-1 OPT jobs in Tennessee. This saves significant time compared to sorting through general job boards that don't distinguish between sponsorship-willing and non-sponsoring employers. Focusing your search on Tennessee's automotive hubs, particularly Chattanooga, Franklin, Nashville, and Smyrna, will return the most relevant results.

Are there any Tennessee-specific considerations for F-1 OPT automotive jobs?

Tennessee has no state income tax on wages, which is a practical consideration when evaluating offers. More relevant to F-1 OPT holders is timing: your OPT authorization period is fixed, and many Tennessee automotive employers, particularly those with structured rotational or co-op programs, begin recruiting several months in advance. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether your degree field appears on the DHS STEM designated degree program list, which is worth confirming before applying to roles requiring a 36-month authorization window.