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Clinical Laboratory Technologist CPT jobs let you earn CLIA-regulated hands-on experience while your DSO keeps your I-20 current. Roles in clinical chemistry, hematology, and microbiology qualify when your program ties lab competencies directly to your coursework. Your authorization period must match your enrollment term.
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Avient Corporation is seeking a technical intern to work part-time during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters at the corporate headquarters in Avon Lake, OH. This is a paid internship within our polymer lab, with the potential to move into a Summer 2027 internship.
Essential Functions
- The individual will work with a senior scientist to carry out polymer analysis using FT-IR, XRF, thermal analysis, physical property and fire science test methods as needed.
- The individual must be able to perform assigned tasks in accordance with good safety practices.
- Respond to internal and external requests
- Train in other areas of Corporate Technology
- Often work with fellow members of technology team to obtain a complete understanding of the solution to an analysis
- Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
The candidate must be working towards a BS degree in science, engineering, materials science or a related field.
Additional Qualifications
- Must have excellent laboratory skills, i.e. be willing to handle chemicals, equipment, delicate instrumentation, etc. carefully and safely
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and bring projects to completion in a timely fashion
- Must be flexible and versatile in order to handle changing laboratory needs and to serve a variety of functions or technologies as the business demands
- Must have competent PC computer skills, e.g. Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint
- Must be able to effectively communicate one-on-one and in small group situations
- Must have manual dexterity sufficient to use wide variety of standard lab equipment and ability to operate standard office equipment
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world.
Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it’s powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you’re a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you’ll find your place at Avient.
Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough!
We believe that all of our global employees are leaders and that the six most important behaviors for driving our strategy and culture are the same no matter if an employee is a leader of self, a leader of others, or a leader of the business.
By playing to win, acting customer centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring and developing others and yourself you will accelerate your ability to achieve Avient’s strategic goals, to meet our customer needs, and to accomplish your career goals.
At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person’s qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.
Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing, ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com.
Job Summary
Avient Corporation is seeking a technical intern to work part-time during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters at the corporate headquarters in Avon Lake, OH. This is a paid internship within our polymer lab, with the potential to move into a Summer 2027 internship.
Essential Functions
- The individual will work with a senior scientist to carry out polymer analysis using FT-IR, XRF, thermal analysis, physical property and fire science test methods as needed.
- The individual must be able to perform assigned tasks in accordance with good safety practices.
- Respond to internal and external requests
- Train in other areas of Corporate Technology
- Often work with fellow members of technology team to obtain a complete understanding of the solution to an analysis
- Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
The candidate must be working towards a BS degree in science, engineering, materials science or a related field.
Additional Qualifications
- Must have excellent laboratory skills, i.e. be willing to handle chemicals, equipment, delicate instrumentation, etc. carefully and safely
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and bring projects to completion in a timely fashion
- Must be flexible and versatile in order to handle changing laboratory needs and to serve a variety of functions or technologies as the business demands
- Must have competent PC computer skills, e.g. Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint
- Must be able to effectively communicate one-on-one and in small group situations
- Must have manual dexterity sufficient to use wide variety of standard lab equipment and ability to operate standard office equipment
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world.
Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it’s powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you’re a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you’ll find your place at Avient.
Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough!
We believe that all of our global employees are leaders and that the six most important behaviors for driving our strategy and culture are the same no matter if an employee is a leader of self, a leader of others, or a leader of the business.
By playing to win, acting customer centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring and developing others and yourself you will accelerate your ability to achieve Avient’s strategic goals, to meet our customer needs, and to accomplish your career goals.
At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person’s qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.
Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing, ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com.
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Get Access To All JobsClinical Laboratory Technologist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Clinical Laboratory Technologist work qualify for CPT?
Yes, provided your academic program includes a clinical practicum, lab science internship, or cooperative education component that the role satisfies. Your DSO evaluates whether the specific duties, such as running hematology panels or processing cultures, map to required coursework. Roles at CLIA-certified facilities in hospitals, reference labs, and public health departments typically qualify.
Can I do CPT at a hospital or reference lab as an F-1 student?
Yes. Hospitals, independent reference labs, and public health labs are all valid CPT sites as long as they hold a CLIA certificate and your school authorizes the placement. Some hospital systems are federal contractors enrolled in E-Verify, so bring your original I-20 and passport to your I-9 appointment. Your CPT end date must not exceed your program end date or enrollment term.
How do I find Clinical Laboratory Technologist CPT jobs with employers familiar with work authorization?
Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers with LCA filing history in laboratory science occupations. Facilities that have previously filed LCAs understand work authorization paperwork and are less likely to stall your onboarding. Prioritize employers whose job postings specify ASCP or AMT certification requirements, since those labs generally have established HR processes for credentialed staff.
Does CPT affect my OPT eligibility for laboratory roles?
Full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your post-completion OPT eligibility entirely, which matters if you plan to pursue H-1B visa sponsorship after graduation. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, does not affect OPT eligibility regardless of duration. Most students doing clinical lab rotations use part-time CPT to preserve that post-graduation option.
What credentials should I have before starting a CPT clinical lab position?
Most employers require or strongly prefer ASCP Board of Certification eligibility or an equivalent credential such as AMT. Some states have additional licensure requirements for laboratory personnel that apply regardless of visa status. Confirm your state's clinical laboratory personnel requirements before accepting an offer, since working without required state licensure can create compliance issues for both you and the employer.