CPT Biomedical Jobs

Biomedical CPT jobs let F-1 students apply laboratory, device, or clinical research skills directly in industry before graduation. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position as integral to your degree program, so target roles where the job description maps to specific coursework or a required practicum in your biomedical curriculum.

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Overview

Open Jobs15+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type93% On-site
Top LocationAtlanta, GA
Most JobsAtriCure, Inc.

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Cleveland Clinic
Biomedical Engineering Intern
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Cleveland Clinic
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Biomedical Engineering Intern
Cleveland Clinic
Avon, Ohio
Specialized Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
$17.50/hr - $17.50/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Agiliti
Biomedical Technician Intern
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Biomedical Technician Intern
Agiliti
Davie, Florida
Specialized Engineering
Healthcare Administration
Biomedical Engineering
On-Site
Associate's
5,001-10,000

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Becton, Dickinson and Company
R&D Engineering Intern (Hybrid) - Salt Lake City, UT
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R&D Engineering Intern (Hybrid) - Salt Lake City, UT
Becton, Dickinson and Company
Salt Lake City, Utah
Specialized Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Biomedical Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
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Hybrid

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Livanova Usa
Systems Engineering Intern
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Systems Engineering Intern
Livanova Usa
Houston, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Biomedical Engineering
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Penn State University
Summer Internship: Biomechanical Modeling of Human Postural Control
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Penn State University
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Summer Internship: Biomechanical Modeling of Human Postural Control
Penn State University
University Park, Pennsylvania
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Laboratory Research
Engineering (Non-Software)
Biomedical Engineering
$16/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Biomedical CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does CPT work experience in a biomedical role count toward future H-1B specialty occupation eligibility?

Yes. CPT work in a qualifying biomedical role demonstrates that you've performed duties consistent with a specialty occupation, which supports your H-1B visa petition later. Document your job duties, supervisor credentials, and degree relevance carefully during CPT. USCIS evaluates the substantive nature of prior work experience when assessing specialty occupation for biomedical engineers and research scientists.

Can I do CPT at a startup or early-stage medical device company?

Yes, employer size doesn't affect CPT eligibility. What matters is that the role is integral to your curriculum and the employer can provide a written offer describing your duties. Startups in the biomedical space often offer hands-on device development or regulatory affairs work that maps well to graduate-level coursework. Confirm the company can issue a formal offer letter your DSO will accept.

How do I find biomedical employers experienced with F-1 work authorization?

Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with documented DOL Labor Condition Application filings in life sciences and biomedical engineering. Employers who've sponsored H-1B or filed LCAs for similar roles already understand F-1 authorization, reducing friction during onboarding. Targeting these companies shortens the time between offer and your DSO's CPT authorization approval.

Does full-time CPT in biomedical affect my OPT eligibility?

Twelve months or more of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of duration, has no effect on OPT. If your biomedical program requires a full-time capstone or industry residency lasting a year or more, plan your CPT usage carefully. Your DSO can confirm your running total and advise on whether part-time authorization is viable for your program.

What should my CPT offer letter include for a biomedical engineering role?

The letter must state your specific job title, start and end dates, the work site address, and whether the position is part-time or full-time. For biomedical roles, include a brief description of duties tied to your program's learning objectives. Device companies and research labs sometimes use general internship templates; ask your contact to add the technical duties explicitly so your DSO can confirm curricular relevance without back-and-forth.