If the company is willing to sponsor you, the H-1B is one option—but it depends on timing. You may need to explore STEM OPT if you qualify, which can buy you more time.

The H-1B cap fills quickly, and if it’s already full this year, you likely won’t be able to start under that status right away. However, if your degree qualifies, you might apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT) or even STEM OPT if you're eligible. That would allow you to work temporarily while the company prepares for the next H-1B cycle.

Switching directly from F-1 to H-1B without leaving the country is possible if your employer files a change of status petition on time, but you’ll need to act fast; and the cap is a real issue. If the cap has been met, OPT is your most immediate lifeline, especially if you haven’t used it yet. You can work for up to 12 months (or up to 36 months for STEM fields), giving your employer time to sponsor you in the next H-1B season. Be sure to coordinate closely with your school’s DSO and an immigration lawyer so your paperwork and timing line up. Don’t accept the job without a clear plan in place.