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Student Advisor

San Jose, CA

$25/hr

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S. is seeking a Student Advisor and Math Teacher with excellent organizational skills and a strong ... CPT/OPT Sponsorship available * Pay: $25/hr base * Conversion Bonus per semester Think Academy is ...

Student Assistant

Lansing, MI · On-site

$17.10 - $29.57/hr

  • Retirement

Student Assistant Print ( Apply  Student Assistant Salary $17.10 - $29.57 Hourly Location ... Alternate Education and Experience DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT DTMB Human Resources uses ...

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Determines appropriate visa classifications and benefit eligibility (e.g., CPT, OPT, STEM OPT ... Student, Scholar Support and Referral * Contributes to and participates in the ongoing development ...

EDUCATOR OPT. B (Math)

Canton, IL · On-site

$6.0K - $10K/mo

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Educator, Opt. B (Math) Requisition # 57224 Why Work for Illinois? Working with the State of ... The educator monitors student progress, adapts instruction to meet individual learning needs, and ...

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How much do opt student jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for opt student in the United States is $16.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the typical work environment like for an OPT student?

As an OPT Student, your work environment largely depends on your field of study and the type of employer, ranging from collaborative office settings in technology or business to research labs in academic or pharmaceutical sectors. You'll often work on real-world projects under the supervision of experienced professionals who can provide mentorship and industry insight. OPT Students frequently collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and attend meetings or training sessions to accelerate their professional growth. Many organizations offer structured onboarding and performance feedback to support your transition from academia to the workplace. This experience not only enhances your technical skills but also helps you build valuable professional networks.

What is an OPT student?

An OPT (Optional Practical Training) Student job is a temporary work opportunity for international students in the U.S. on an F-1 visa. It allows students to gain practical experience in their field of study either during or after completing their academic program. OPT can be up to 12 months, with an additional 24-month extension for eligible STEM graduates. Students must apply for work authorization through USCIS before starting employment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an OPT student?

To thrive as an OPT (Optional Practical Training) Student, you need to be enrolled in a US academic program, have a solid grasp of your field of study (such as engineering, business, or computer science), and maintain valid F-1 student status. Familiarity with employment authorization documentation, HR onboarding systems, and potentially industry-specific software is important. Strong communication skills, adaptability, and an eagerness to learn will help you stand out when integrating into a new work culture. These qualifications ensure you can maximize your practical training experience and comply with both academic and employer requirements.

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New Product Introduction Machining Process Technician

Entegris

Chaska, MN • On-site

$35 - $47/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


Entegris rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 539 rated manufacturers


Job description

Job Title:

New Product Introduction Machining Process Technician

Job Description:

Our site in Chaska is seeking a New Product Introduction (NPI) Machining Process Technician to join our team.As an NPI Machining Process Technician, you play a critical role in enabling Entegris to drive the Future of Innovation. In this position, you will lead the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of machining processes for a variety of engineered materials. You will provide technicalexpertiseto both Manufacturing and Engineering teams by implementing process changes, supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), andoptimizingexisting product and process lines. This role also requires active participation in Entegris' safety culture and a strong commitment to our PACE values.

This role will follow a first shift schedule, Monday through Friday, with flexible hours between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM. However, occasional adjustments to this schedule may be required to meet project and production needs.

$3,000 Sign-on bonus available for eligible hire!

(For external candidates only.)

WhatYou'llDo:

  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, andcross functionalteams to develop, document, and enhance product manufacturability, including prototyping, fixture and design development, CNC programming for manufacturability, andoptimizingwork celllayout.
  • Ensures product is consistent with established specifications. Escalatesqualityissues as appropriate.Ensureshighestpossible productquality and adherence to the Entegris quality system,ISO,and/or other standards.
  • Focuses on key business processes to influence customer satisfaction, waste elimination, growth, costeffectiveness,and product/system quality.Promotes and implementsuseof continuous improvement tools toeliminatenon-value activities.Participate actively in continuous improvement activities such as 5s, Kaizen events, etc.
  • Assistsin training manufacturing personnel in the operation of new and existing equipment and processes.Assistsmanufacturing in resolving problems or concerns that arise during the manufacturing process.
  • Completes miscellaneoustasksassigned in support oflargerorganization and production goals.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area.Wear required Personal Protective Equipment.Performs duties in a safe manner andobservesapproved safety procedures.Communicates potential hazardsimmediatelyto supervisor.

What We Seek:

  • 3+years ofexperience working with machiningplastics preferred but not required
  • Vocational education in machining or equivalent educationpreferred
  • High School diploma or equivalentrequired
  • Ability toset up andoperate manufacturing equipment, such as CNCMills, CNC Lathesand manual mills and lathes, and various equipment
  • Ability to programCNC lathes with live tooling and CNC mills with 3-5 axisat the machine and offline
  • CADand CAMproficiency.Mastercam and SolidWorks preferred
  • Familiarity withMazakCNC controls, Mazatrolexperience preferred
  • Understanding of basicSPCcontrol tools
  • Ability to adapt to work environment, work force, and customers' needs
  • Computer literacy- Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, and other applications
  • Good visual ability to detect quality defects

What We Offer:

At Entegris, we invest in providingopportunitiesfor our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organizationand be recognized fordemonstratedsuccess and adherence to company PACE values.

Our total rewards package goesabove and beyondjust a paycheck. Whetheryou'relooking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

  • Compensation: $35-$47 hourly range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role
  • $3,000 sign on bonus for external candidates only
  • Annual Bonus Eligible
  • 3 weeks of vacation to take the time you need to recharge
  • Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting
  • Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
  • Education assistance to support your learning journey
  • Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence
  • The company anticipates the application window closing approximately 5 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require Company to shorten or extend the application window
Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, student OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed toprovidingequal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities,achievementsand experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

Entegris strongly encouragesallits employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. At Entegris, COVID-19 vaccination is preferred but notrequiredat this time.


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