CPT Administrative Assistant Jobs
Administrative Assistant jobs on CPT let F-1 students apply classroom skills in office coordination, scheduling, and business communication while earning academic credit. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the role must connect directly to your degree program, a business, management, or communications major typically satisfies that requirement.
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As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
INTERNSHIP DETAILS:
- Non-Clinical (this position is not responsible for providing care to patients)
- 12 weeks, PAID (~480 hours.) (non-benefitted).
- Full-time work schedule, Monday through Friday, in Salt Lake City, UT (hybrid and on site)
- Internship begins May 2027.
- A student’s academic background and skillsets will be matched with varying types of projects and possible host departments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Participates in and leads ongoing planning and execution of internship projects as assigned by members of management
- Obtains, analyzes, synthesizes, and interprets industry and institutional data, as well as market utilization and financial data. Assists in obtaining and evaluating benchmark data
- Performs independent analysis of work flow processes, operational, financial, and statistical information using Visio, spreadsheets, financial modeling software and computer aided design software as assigned
- Prepares presentation and quality reports/ Presents, communicates, and disseminates findings
Please include a resume and cover letter in this application. The cover letter can be uploaded in the additional documents section of this application, or together with the Resume as one continuous document/pdf.
Application closes Nov. 18 at 11:59 PM MST.
If you have additional questions or concerns, send an email to:
Administrative.Internship@hsc.utah.edu, or alex.stevens@utah.edu
POSSIBLE DEPARTMENTS HOSTING INTERNSHIPS:
Insight Center, Huntsman Cancer Hospital, Huntsman Mental Health Institute, UUOC & Nielson Rehab Hospital, Community Engagement, Community Clinics, Patient Experience, and Moran Eye Center.
In your Cover Letter, please rank your top 3 departments of interest.
Visit this website to learn more about each department and possible preceptor during the administrative internship:
https://healthcare.utah.edu/locations/hospital/administration/summer-internships
PREVIOUS INTERN PROJECTS
- Crisis Care Center Complex Crisis Patient Analysis
- Virtual Eye Care Expansion
- Implementation of real-time tracking system
- Coordinating clinical services with affiliate hospitals
- Institutional project management
- Report building and dashboard creation
- Patient access and care coordination redesign
- Network Workforce Program
- Creating employee and patient education
The internship is designed to give a master's level student exposure to the inner workings of our healthcare organization. This learning opportunity is intended to refine the individual's analytical, technical, decision-making, interpersonal and managerial skills through project work while providing broad exposure to healthcare issues within the hospital and medical foundation. This is a 3 month (480 hour) internship experience. This position is not responsible for providing care to patients.
Responsibilities
- Participates and leads ongoing planning and execution of internship projects as assigned by the preceptor and members of senior management.
- Obtains, analyzes, synthesizes, and interprets industry and institutional data, as well as market utilization and financial data. Assists in obtaining and evaluating benchmark data.
- Performs independent analysis of operational, financial and statistical information using spreadsheets, financial modeling software and computer aided design software as assigned.
- Prepares presentations and quality reports.
- Presents, communicates and disseminates findings.
- Maintains a current knowledge of emerging healthcare challenges facing hospitals and healthcare systems nationally.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the members of the senior management team.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions as outlined above.
- Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated superior communication, presentation and facilitation skills.
- Ability to be highly innovative and independent in daily decision making.
Qualifications
Qualifications Required (must meet these two criteria at the start of the internship)
- Completed Bachelor's degree in business, a health field, a related field, or equivalency.
- Current enrollment in Master's degree program related to healthcare, business, public health, or IT; at the time of application or internship. (Please ensure current enrollment and education dates are also listed on your resume).
Qualifications (Preferred)
- This program is geared towards graduate students (MHA, MBA, MPH, MSIS, MSF, etc.).
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
- This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements
Non Indicated
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination.
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 86463
Reg/Temp Temporary
Employment Type Intern (Full Time)
Shift Day
Work Schedule 40 hours/wk ... (Internship runs ~ May 2027 to Aug 2027)
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Non-Clinical
Location Name University of Utah Hospital
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department UUH CST 34A EXECUTIVE OFFICES
Category Administrative Support
Workplace Set Up On-site
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Get Access To All JobsAdministrative Assistant CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Administrative Assistant role qualify for CPT?
It depends on how the work connects to your degree program. A business administration or management student coordinating schedules, handling correspondence, and supporting operations can typically make a strong case. The key is your DSO agreeing the role is an integral part of your curriculum, not just tangentially related. Roles in legal offices or healthcare settings may require additional documentation showing the administrative work aligns with a specific course or practicum.
Can I work as an Administrative Assistant full-time on CPT?
Yes, but be cautious about the 12-month threshold. Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility. For an Administrative Assistant role, part-time CPT during the semester and full-time during a scheduled break is a common structure that preserves your OPT. Confirm the exact hour limits in your authorization with your DSO before accepting a full-time offer.
How do I explain CPT to an employer who has never hired an F-1 student?
Bring your updated I-20 with CPT authorization and a short written summary explaining that you're authorized to work specifically for their company at the approved location for the authorized period. Emphasize that the employer has no petition, no USCIS filing, and no sponsorship obligation, your school handles the authorization. Most confusion clears up once the employer understands they only need to complete I-9 verification using your I-20 and passport.
Where can I find Administrative Assistant jobs that accept CPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Administrative Assistant openings filtered for employers with F-1 hiring history. That track record matters because employers unfamiliar with CPT often stall offers while seeking legal guidance on work authorization they don't actually need to sponsor. Starting your search with employers who have hired CPT students before significantly reduces that friction.
Does my Administrative Assistant CPT job need to be related to a specific course?
Most schools require the CPT to be tied to either a specific course for academic credit or an integral component of your established curriculum. Vague connections, such as claiming general business exposure, are often rejected by DSOs. A stronger case names a specific course, internship seminar, or capstone project and explains how the Administrative Assistant duties directly fulfill that coursework requirement.