Consulting F-1 STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Tennessee
F-1 STEM OPT consulting jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville, where firms like Deloitte, Accenture, and KPMG maintain active offices. Tennessee's healthcare IT sector and growing advanced manufacturing base drive steady demand for data analytics, management, and technology consultants who qualify for STEM OPT sponsorship.
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Requisition ID: 294138
- Relocation Authorized: National - Single
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Oak Ridge, TN
Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver.
Project Overview:
Bechtel National, Inc. (BNI), Bechtel’s government services business, is one of the top providers to departments and agencies of the U.S. and British governments. Its successes include many large, first-of-a-kind projects in government site management, environmental restoration, defense, space, energy, and national and homeland security. This position will provide support to the Uranium Processing Facility (UPF) located at the Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
UPF is a multi-year, multi-billion-dollar project and will be a first-of-its-kind complex for enriched uranium operations in support of Y-12 missions. UPF is one of the Department of Energy’s largest investments in Tennessee since the Manhattan Project and one of the National Nuclear Security Administration’s largest construction projects. When complete, UPF will: replace a 70-year-old facility with modern buildings, reduce operational costs and energy consumption, improve worker safety, and provide enriched uranium capabilities well into the future.
The UPF project works on a 4/10 schedule. Start times are flexible but the standard work week is: Monday - Thursday from 6:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Job Summary:
In this role, you will assist with technical direction and conduct installation configuration validation and work package development. You will participate in and assist with work planning, turnover coordination, material management and quantities, quality control, and environmental safety and health. Your work will help ensure equipment, systems, and activities are operating and compliant with plans and design. #LI-EH1
Major Responsibilities:
General
- Coordinates basic Startup Specialist duties of installation configuration validation and work package development
Work Planning & Packaging
- Coordinates planning and scheduling of CSU execution activities including sequence and resource requirements for assigned areas of responsibility
- Coordinates preparation of Startup Work Packages and Test Work Packages for assigned areas of responsibility
Turnover Coordination
- Coordinates Construction to CSU turnover walkdowns for assign areas of responsibility
- Coordinates with the Field Engineer as required to support component/system turnover
Material Mgmt. & Quantities
- Initiates requisitions for field purchases and prepares quantity takeoffs of field purchased material and equipment
- Coordinates tracking of field purchases and other purchases required for CSU using procurement systems or other database programs as required
Quality Control
- Coordinates walkdowns to validate that the system configuration is in accordance with the design
- Performs and/or monitors testing of equipment to assure conformance with specifications and compliance with test procedures, that work methods are undertaken safely and activities are supported to meet schedule and cost
ES&H
- Identifies and elevates ES&H issues in the field and is a visible 'walk the talk' leader in good ES&H practices
Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- In-depth knowledge in the areas of and knowledge of principles and practices related to startup testing and commissioning.
- Good knowledge of related construction and engineering practices and the economics involved.
- Knowledge of industry and regulatory standards, and design criteria.
- Excellent computer skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with experience preparing and presenting test procedures and reports
Total Rewards/Benefits:
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth.
Diverse teams build the extraordinary:
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com
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Which consulting companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Tennessee?
Large professional services firms with Tennessee offices are among the most consistent F-1 STEM OPT sponsors in consulting. Deloitte, Accenture, PwC, KPMG, and IBM have active presences in Nashville and Memphis and documented histories of filing Labor Condition Applications for consulting and technology roles. Mid-size firms specializing in healthcare IT consulting, such as those serving Vanderbilt University Medical Center and HCA Healthcare, also sponsor STEM OPT candidates for qualifying analytical and systems roles.
Which cities in Tennessee have the most consulting F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Nashville accounts for the largest share of consulting F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship activity in Tennessee, driven by its healthcare, finance, and technology sectors. Memphis follows, with consulting demand tied to logistics, supply chain, and FedEx-adjacent operations. Knoxville offers opportunities connected to Oak Ridge National Laboratory and University of Tennessee research partnerships, particularly for data analytics and engineering consulting roles that meet the STEM OPT degree-field requirement.
How do I find consulting F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Tennessee?
Migrate Mate filters consulting job listings in Tennessee specifically for employers with F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship history, so you can focus on firms that have already filed LCAs for consulting and technology roles rather than applying broadly. Beyond the platform, target Nashville-based healthcare IT consultancies and supply chain firms in Memphis, where STEM-eligible consulting roles in data analytics, operations research, and systems integration appear most frequently for F-1 candidates.
What types of consulting roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles qualify for F-1 STEM OPT when the position directly relates to a STEM-designated degree field. In consulting, this includes data analytics consultant, management information systems analyst, operations research consultant, technology implementation consultant, and supply chain analyst positions. General management consulting roles without a quantitative or technology component may not meet the degree-field alignment requirement. Candidates should confirm their specific degree CIP code appears on the STEM OPT designated degree list maintained by USCIS before accepting an offer.
Are there any Tennessee-specific considerations for consulting F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Tennessee's concentration of healthcare companies in Nashville means consulting firms serving that sector are accustomed to compliance-heavy hiring, including work authorization processes. Employers with federal contracts, including Department of Energy contractors near Oak Ridge, are required to use E-Verify, which aligns with the E-Verify participation requirement for all STEM OPT employers. Tennessee does not impose additional state-level immigration documentation requirements beyond federal standards, so the STEM OPT process follows standard USCIS and DOL procedures regardless of the specific consulting employer or city.