CPT Application Engineer Jobs

Application Engineer roles combine technical problem-solving with client-facing work, making them a strong fit for CPT when your program includes systems integration, applied engineering, or product deployment coursework. Your DSO must confirm the work directly supports your curriculum before you start.

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Overview

Open Jobs34+
Work Type74% On-site
Top LocationSan Jose, CA
Most JobsCisco

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
Application Developer - Intern
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
New 16h ago
Application Developer - Intern
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
Topeka, Kansas
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
$26.00/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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CNH Industrial
Application Engineer Intern
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CNH Industrial
Added 1w ago
Application Engineer Intern
CNH Industrial
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$19 - $35/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Regal Rexnord Corporation
Application Engineer Co-op
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Regal Rexnord Corporation
Added 1w ago
Application Engineer Co-op
Regal Rexnord Corporation
Tipp City, Ohio
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Momentive Performance Materials
Summer Intern - Construction Application Development Lab
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Momentive Performance Materials
Added 1w ago
Summer Intern - Construction Application Development Lab
Momentive Performance Materials
Waterford, New York
Manufacturing Operations
Laboratory Research
Environmental & Physical Sciences
$22 - $26/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Selective Insurance
IT Claims Application Delivery Summer Internship
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Selective Insurance
Added 2w ago
IT Claims Application Delivery Summer Internship
Selective Insurance
Charlotte, North Carolina
Software Engineering
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
IT Support
$25 - $28/hr
Hybrid
High School
1,001-5,000

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Application Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Application Engineer job qualify for CPT authorization?

It qualifies if the role's duties, such as systems integration, technical troubleshooting, or solution deployment, align with coursework in your program. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your specific curriculum. Roles that are purely sales-oriented or lack a technical engineering component are less likely to be approved, even if the title matches.

Can I do full-time CPT as an Application Engineer and still use OPT later?

Only if your full-time CPT totals less than 12 months across your entire program. USCIS counts all authorized full-time CPT periods cumulatively. Once you hit 12 months, OPT eligibility is gone. Track your authorized dates carefully, and ask your DSO for a written total before accepting any full-time offer.

What documents does an employer need to verify my CPT work authorization?

Your employer will need your I-20 with the CPT authorization page endorsed by your DSO, which lists the employer name, authorized dates, and whether the work is part-time or full-time. Some employers also request your visa stamp and I-94 record for I-9 verification. The employer name on your I-20 must match the hiring entity exactly, not a parent company or staffing agency.

How do I find Application Engineer jobs where employers understand CPT?

Migrate Mate lets you search Application Engineer roles filtered by employers with documented work authorization experience, so you're not starting every conversation by explaining what CPT is. Focus on mid-size technology and industrial firms with LCA filing history in engineering occupations. These employers have internal processes for onboarding international students and are less likely to stall over documentation.

Does the Application Engineer role fall under a specific O*NET classification relevant to CPT?

Application Engineer maps most closely to O*NET's Applications Engineers and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers occupational categories, depending on whether your role is hardware or software-focused. Your DSO may reference the O*NET profile when determining whether the job's listed tasks match your program's educational objectives. Using the correct O*NET code in your CPT request can accelerate DSO review.