Finance Jobs in Virginia with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
Finance F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Virginia are concentrated in the Northern Virginia corridor, where major employers like Capital One, Freddie Mac, and Booz Allen Hamilton regularly hire international graduates for roles in financial analysis, risk management, and compliance. The D.C. metro proximity makes this one of the more active markets on the East Coast for finance OPT candidates.
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INTRODUCTION
The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status.
Need Help?
If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation. Send an email to Accessibility (accommodation requests only; other inquiries won't receive a response).
Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Please review the following job description:
Responsible for providing an industry leading client service experience both in person and on the phone through the development and expansion of new and existing client relationships. Provides financial solutions that meet client needs based on consultative conversations and referrals to other business partners for additional business growth opportunities. Will be cross trained to perform required teller duties as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor to include teller transactions, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
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Exercises advanced proficiency with routine client maintenance requests, problem resolution and advanced sales functions regarding deposit, credit, convenience and other product and service lines.
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Contributes to meeting or exceeding client service as well as individual and branch sales targets by offering products and services with a focus on developing, expanding and retaining relationships.
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Supports team sales process by conducting consultative conversations and acting upon or referring more complex client needs or financial goals to other internal specialists.
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Participates fully in all components of the established Truist Retail Community Bank Leadership Routines.
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Commits to advancing individual knowledge of sales techniques and product knowledge to better serve consumer and business clients by attending sales, service and product knowledge meetings, applicable training classes and web-based learning.
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Advises on consumer lending options and takes loan applications.
-
Adheres to internal controls, operational procedures and risk management policies. Stays informed of all changes in policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current guidelines.
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Ensures a consistent client service experience by engaging clients with smiling, courteous conversation while conducting transactions and uncovering needs. This may include handling teller transactions and sharing responsibility for greeting clients and helping them navigate within the branch.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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High school diploma or equivalent education
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2 years of client sales and service experience
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Experience with sourcing and prospecting for new clients and client relationship building
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including a desire to interact with clients and prospects
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Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office
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Must be SAFE (Mortgage Licensing Act) compliant within 30 days of employment in this role, including new or transfer of registration and applicable NMLS background check which includes meeting applicable financial responsibility, character, credit fitness and criminal background standards. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements
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Ability to multi-task under time constraints
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Ability to travel to accommodate temporary staffing needs as required to include temporary assignment or locale changes
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Ability to work weekends and/or extended hours with occasional travel and overnights may be included
Preferred Qualifications:
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Associate’s degree or higher
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Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities under time constraints
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Ability to respond in a professional manner with a high level of service quality
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Experience with discussing, recommending and selling various deposit, credit and retirement products to consumer and small business clients
-
Demonstrated ability in meeting or exceeding sales goals
-
General understanding of bank operations, policies and procedures
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
EEO is the Law E-Verify IER Right to Work

INTRODUCTION
The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status.
Need Help?
If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation. Send an email to Accessibility (accommodation requests only; other inquiries won't receive a response).
Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Please review the following job description:
Responsible for providing an industry leading client service experience both in person and on the phone through the development and expansion of new and existing client relationships. Provides financial solutions that meet client needs based on consultative conversations and referrals to other business partners for additional business growth opportunities. Will be cross trained to perform required teller duties as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor to include teller transactions, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
-
Exercises advanced proficiency with routine client maintenance requests, problem resolution and advanced sales functions regarding deposit, credit, convenience and other product and service lines.
-
Contributes to meeting or exceeding client service as well as individual and branch sales targets by offering products and services with a focus on developing, expanding and retaining relationships.
-
Supports team sales process by conducting consultative conversations and acting upon or referring more complex client needs or financial goals to other internal specialists.
-
Participates fully in all components of the established Truist Retail Community Bank Leadership Routines.
-
Commits to advancing individual knowledge of sales techniques and product knowledge to better serve consumer and business clients by attending sales, service and product knowledge meetings, applicable training classes and web-based learning.
-
Advises on consumer lending options and takes loan applications.
-
Adheres to internal controls, operational procedures and risk management policies. Stays informed of all changes in policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current guidelines.
-
Ensures a consistent client service experience by engaging clients with smiling, courteous conversation while conducting transactions and uncovering needs. This may include handling teller transactions and sharing responsibility for greeting clients and helping them navigate within the branch.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
-
High school diploma or equivalent education
-
2 years of client sales and service experience
-
Experience with sourcing and prospecting for new clients and client relationship building
-
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including a desire to interact with clients and prospects
-
Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office
-
Must be SAFE (Mortgage Licensing Act) compliant within 30 days of employment in this role, including new or transfer of registration and applicable NMLS background check which includes meeting applicable financial responsibility, character, credit fitness and criminal background standards. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements
-
Ability to multi-task under time constraints
-
Ability to travel to accommodate temporary staffing needs as required to include temporary assignment or locale changes
-
Ability to work weekends and/or extended hours with occasional travel and overnights may be included
Preferred Qualifications:
-
Associate’s degree or higher
-
Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities under time constraints
-
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-
Ability to respond in a professional manner with a high level of service quality
-
Experience with discussing, recommending and selling various deposit, credit and retirement products to consumer and small business clients
-
Demonstrated ability in meeting or exceeding sales goals
-
General understanding of bank operations, policies and procedures
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
EEO is the Law E-Verify IER Right to Work
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Which finance companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Virginia?
Capital One, headquartered in McLean, is one of Virginia's most active sponsors of F-1 OPT candidates in finance. Freddie Mac in McLean, Leidos, and Booz Allen Hamilton also appear regularly in OPT hiring for financial roles. Smaller asset managers and fintech firms in the Tysons Corner and Arlington areas have also sponsored OPT candidates, particularly for analytical and quantitative positions.
Which cities in Virginia have the most finance F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Northern Virginia, specifically McLean, Tysons Corner, Arlington, and Reston, accounts for the largest share of finance OPT sponsorship activity in the state. This is driven by proximity to Washington D.C. and the concentration of financial services firms, government contractors with finance divisions, and technology-finance crossover companies. Richmond has a smaller but growing finance presence, particularly in banking and insurance.
What types of finance roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that consistently appear in OPT-sponsored finance hiring include financial analyst, credit analyst, risk analyst, quantitative analyst, compliance associate, and investment operations specialist. These positions generally require a bachelor's or master's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related quantitative field. Roles with clearly defined degree requirements are more straightforward to support under OPT than generalist business positions.
How do I find finance F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Virginia?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type, including F-1 OPT, so you can search finance roles in Virginia without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. Rather than applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process, Migrate Mate lets you focus on employers in the Northern Virginia and Richmond markets that have a demonstrated pattern of hiring OPT candidates for finance roles.
Are there any Virginia-specific considerations for F-1 OPT candidates in finance?
Virginia's finance sector is heavily tied to federal contracting and government-adjacent financial services, which can affect OPT candidates. Some roles at firms holding federal contracts may require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for security clearance eligibility, making those positions unavailable regardless of OPT authorization. Candidates should confirm security clearance requirements before applying to Northern Virginia firms that blend finance work with government contract obligations.
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