Name: Physical Science Technologies/Technicians (CIP 41.03): international graduates and related occupations
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International graduates, 2024–25

12 master's

36 months

OPT after graduation

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Annual openings and 10-year change: BLS projections 2025-35. Median pay: BLS, May 2025. LCA filings: Apr 2025–Mar 2026.

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Chemical TechniciansSOC 19-40317,600 openings a year · 6 LCA filings7,600+4.9%$60,3906

Chemical Plant and System OperatorsSOC 51-80911,300 openings a year1,300−5.2%$78,120—

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Sources: IPEDS Completions 2024–25 (U.S. Department of Education) · DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List · BLS OEWS, May 2025 · BLS Employment Projections 2025-35 · U.S. Department of Labor LCA disclosure data, Apr 2025–Mar 2026. Methodology