CPT Career Counselor Jobs

Career Counselor roles sit at the intersection of student development and higher education administration, making them a natural CPT fit for students in counseling, education, or student affairs programs. Your DSO must confirm the position connects directly to your curriculum before you begin, and part-time CPT keeps your full-time OPT eligibility intact.

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Overview

Open Jobs13+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type92% On-site
Median Salary$37K
Top LocationBrooklyn, NY
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NetApp
Early In Career Program Manager Intern
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Early In Career Program Manager Intern
NetApp
Morrisville, North Carolina
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Project Management
Program Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Maple Leaf Farms
Career Center Intern
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Career Center Intern
Maple Leaf Farms
Milford, Indiana
Administrative & Office Support
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S&P Global
Research Analyst Intern - Fuels & Chemicals (Early Career)
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Research Analyst Intern - Fuels & Chemicals (Early Career)
S&P Global
Houston, Texas
Business Analysis
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
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International Rescue Committee
Career and Financial Coaching Intern
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International Rescue Committee
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Career and Financial Coaching Intern
International Rescue Committee
Baltimore, Maryland
Human Resources
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Customer Service & Support
Learning & Development
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Penn State University
Undergraduate Peer Career Intern
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Undergraduate Peer Career Intern
Penn State University
University Park, Pennsylvania
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
Learning & Development
Corporate Training
$12.00/hr
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None
10,000+

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Career Counselor CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Career Counselor role qualify as an integral part of my curriculum for CPT?

It qualifies if your program specifically prepares you for counseling, student affairs, or human development work and the job duties align with your coursework. Programs in counseling psychology, higher education administration, or student development typically satisfy this standard. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring your course catalog and a detailed job description to that conversation.

Can I do CPT as a Career Counselor on a part-time basis while staying in class?

Yes, and part-time CPT is often the better option. Working fewer than 20 hours per week keeps your full-time OPT eligibility intact after graduation, since 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates OPT entirely. Many university career center roles are structured as part-time to accommodate student schedules, which makes them a practical fit.

What documents does my employer need to authorize my CPT work?

Your employer doesn't file anything with USCIS for CPT. Authorization happens entirely through your school. You'll need a written offer letter specifying the position, start date, end date, and weekly hours. Your DSO uses that to update your I-20 with the CPT endorsement. You cannot start working until the updated I-20 is in your hands.

How do I find Career Counselor employers who already understand CPT authorization?

Migrate Mate lists Career Counselor roles from employers with verified work-authorization history, so you can prioritize outreach to organizations already familiar with F-1 students. University systems, community colleges, and nonprofit workforce development agencies tend to have the most institutional experience with CPT and the least resistance during the hiring process.

Does CPT experience as a Career Counselor count toward H-1B specialty occupation eligibility later?

It can strengthen your case. Career Counselor roles fall under SOC code 21-1012, and USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on whether the position normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Documented CPT experience in a counseling role, combined with a relevant degree, contributes to demonstrating that professional standard when a future employer files an H-1B visa petition.