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Client Partner roles sit at the intersection of client management and business development, making them a strong fit for CPT if your program covers marketing, communications, or business strategy. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must directly fulfill a curricular requirement, not just supplement your studies.
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At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities:
- Implements HR strategies that are aligned with business needs through influence and change management. Develops and maintains strong business relationships with client groups to drive business results; serves as a key member of business unit leadership teams.
- Promotes and fosters inclusion and opportunity (I&O) in the workplace to support a high performing culture.
- Partners with assigned client groups in the interpretation and administration of various human resources policies and programs, as assigned, involving employment, compensation, benefits, employee/and or labor relations issues, and other matters.
- Guides and assists employees in the interpretation and administration of various HR policies, procedures, practices, and programs.
- Provides performance consulting to client organizations including, but not limited to training, needs assessments, organizational development and meeting facilitation. Collaborates with HR Centers of Excellence (COE) to develop strategies to respond to changing needs.
- Responsible for conducting investigations for the preparation and presentation of facts leading to the resolution of employee disputes and grievances related to various issues. Where applicable, participates in negotiations with employee unions and provides assistance in the interpretation and administration of labor contracts to include arbitration.
- Researches, documents and presents special projects as assigned. Assimilates information and recommends company action based on findings and available funding.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Labor & Industrial Relations, or related field required.
- Two (2) years of related Human Resources experience required.
As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.
Location:
Galveston Bay Refinery
Additional locations:
Job Requisition ID:
00024306
Location Address:
2401 5th Ave S
Education:
Employee Group:
Full time
Employee Subgroup:
Regular
Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
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We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.
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Get Access To All JobsClient Partner CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Client Partner role qualify for CPT authorization?
It qualifies if the position directly relates to your field of study and your school has formally integrated work experience into the curriculum. Client Partner roles typically require skills in client strategy, account management, and business development. If your degree program covers those areas, your DSO can authorize CPT. The role description in your offer letter must make that connection explicit.
Can I do full-time CPT as a Client Partner without losing OPT eligibility?
You can, but full-time CPT lasting 12 months or more permanently eliminates your OPT eligibility, including STEM OPT. Part-time CPT, meaning under 20 hours per week, has no impact on OPT. If you plan to use OPT after graduation, work with your DSO to structure your Client Partner engagement as part-time or limit full-time CPT to fewer than 12 cumulative months.
How do I find Client Partner employers who understand CPT requirements?
Start with Migrate Mate, which filters employers by sponsorship history and visa-authorization familiarity. Client Partner positions at mid-size to enterprise companies in technology, consulting, and media tend to have HR teams experienced with F-1 work authorization. Smaller agencies may offer the role but lack the internal infrastructure to process CPT paperwork correctly or on time.
What should my offer letter include for DSO approval of a Client Partner CPT?
Your DSO needs the employer name, the job title, your start and end dates, the number of hours per week, and a description of duties that maps to your coursework. For a Client Partner role, that means the letter should name specific responsibilities such as managing client accounts, developing strategic proposals, or leading client communications. A letter that only states the job title is rarely sufficient for DSO sign-off.
Can I switch from one Client Partner CPT employer to another mid-semester?
Yes, but each employer requires a separate CPT authorization from your DSO. You cannot begin work with a new employer on your existing CPT authorization. The switch requires a new offer letter, a new curricular justification, and a new I-20 reflecting the updated CPT. Plan for at least one to two weeks of processing time before your intended start date with the new employer.