CPT AI Data Engineer Jobs

AI Data Engineer CPT jobs let F-1 students apply machine learning pipelines, data infrastructure, and model deployment skills directly to a degree program requirement. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must tie to your enrolled coursework, a data science, computer science, or AI-focused program typically satisfies this.

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Commercial Intern - AI Data Mining Agent
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Commercial Intern - AI Data Mining Agent
GE Vernova
Atlanta, Georgia
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Data Analytics
$1,000 - $2,000
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Artificial Intelligence Internship
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Artificial Intelligence Internship
C Spire
Ridgeland, Mississippi
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Data Analytics
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Data & AI Intern
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Data & AI Intern
Copart, Inc
Dallas, Texas
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Data Science
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Intern-Artificial Intelligence & Data
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Intern-Artificial Intelligence & Data
Dunmore International
Bristol, Pennsylvania
Data Science & Analytics
Data Engineering
Software Engineering
Data Science
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
$18.00/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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Artificial Intelligence Business Transformation Internship
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Artificial Intelligence Business Transformation Internship
Toyota Material Handling
Columbus, Indiana
Business Operations
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
$20 - $30/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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AI Data Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an AI Data Engineer role qualify for CPT authorization?

Yes, if the role connects directly to your enrolled program. Degrees in data science, computer science, artificial intelligence, or information systems typically satisfy the curricular integration requirement. The position description must demonstrate that duties like building ML pipelines or managing data infrastructure align with your current coursework, not just your field of study generally.

Can I do CPT at a startup that has no visa sponsorship history?

You can do CPT at any employer your DSO approves, including startups with no prior visa sponsorship. CPT itself doesn't require the employer to file anything with USCIS. The risk is forward-looking: if you plan to transition to OPT or H-1B visa with that employer later, their willingness and infrastructure to sponsor matters. Research their filing history before committing.

How do I find AI Data Engineer employers who have sponsored international students before?

Migrate Mate filters employers by DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can see which companies have sponsored roles in data engineering and adjacent titles. This is more reliable than asking recruiters directly, since LCA records are public and reflect actual filing behavior rather than stated intent.

Does part-time CPT for an AI Data Engineer role count toward my 12-month full-time CPT limit?

Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, does not count toward the 12-month full-time CPT threshold that would eliminate your OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT, over 20 hours per week, counts against that limit. Many AI Data Engineer internships run full-time during summer and part-time during the academic year, so track your hours across both arrangements carefully with your DSO.

What happens if my AI Data Engineer CPT role shifts to a different team or project mid-authorization?

A material change in duties, employer location, or supervision structure typically requires a new CPT authorization and a revised I-20. If your role moves from a data infrastructure team to an ML research group with a different job description, notify your DSO before the change takes effect. Working outside the scope of your authorized CPT puts your F-1 status at risk.