OPT Recruiter

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced OPT Recruiter to source, engage, and support OPT/STEM OPT candidates located in the United States for placement and career opportunities. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in US staffing, international student recruitment, or OPT hiring, with strong communication skills and the ability to conduct outbound calls and candidate follow-ups.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and engage OPT / STEM OPT candidates in the USA via LinkedIn, job portals, databases, and referrals
• Conduct outbound calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach to assess candidate interest and eligibility
• Screen candidates for skills, experience, visa status, availability, and career goals
• Maintain and manage candidate pipelines using ATS/CRM tools
• Educate candidates on placement services, job market trends, and next steps
• Coordinate with internal sales, marketing, and account teams
• Maintain compliance with OPT/STEM OPT hiring guidelines
• Ensure regular follow-ups and high candidate engagement

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 13+ years of experience in US Staffing / OPT / International Recruitment
• Strong understanding of OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, H-1B basics
• Excellent English communication skills (verbal & written)
• Comfortable with cold calling and candidate engagement
• Hands-on experience with LinkedIn sourcing and Boolean search
• Familiarity with ATS platforms (JobDiva, CEIPAL, Bullhorn, etc. preferred)
• Ability to work US time zones (evening/night IST)