CPT Coach Jobs
Coach roles on CPT span athletic programs, wellness centers, corporate fitness teams, and youth development organizations. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the position must connect directly to your degree program, a sports management or kinesiology curriculum is the typical qualifying link.
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Wilkes University invites applicants for a part-time Assistant Coach/Intern for Women's Lacrosse in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. This position supports the women's lacrosse program by assisting with all aspects of team operations and ensuring compliance with NCAA Division III, conference, and institutional guidelines.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate is responsible for:
- Assisting with recruiting prospective student-athletes
- Supporting practice planning and game management
- Monitoring student-athlete academic progress
- Assisting with scheduling
- Contributing to student-athlete retention efforts
- Supporting game-day operations and site management
- Collaborating with athletic department staff to support the overall success of the program
Additional responsibilities may include assisting with administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree is required, preferably in sports management, education, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have:
- Prior collegiate playing or coaching experience in lacrosse
- Knowledge of NCAA Division III and conference rules
- Experience with recruiting and player development
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with systems such as Teamworks, Front Rush, Slate, or HUDL
This position requires evening and weekend availability. A housing option may be available, which includes additional responsibilities within Student Success to meet program requirements. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
INTRODUCTION
Wilkes University invites applicants for a part-time Assistant Coach/Intern for Women's Lacrosse in the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. This position supports the women's lacrosse program by assisting with all aspects of team operations and ensuring compliance with NCAA Division III, conference, and institutional guidelines.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate is responsible for:
- Assisting with recruiting prospective student-athletes
- Supporting practice planning and game management
- Monitoring student-athlete academic progress
- Assisting with scheduling
- Contributing to student-athlete retention efforts
- Supporting game-day operations and site management
- Collaborating with athletic department staff to support the overall success of the program
Additional responsibilities may include assisting with administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree is required, preferably in sports management, education, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have:
- Prior collegiate playing or coaching experience in lacrosse
- Knowledge of NCAA Division III and conference rules
- Experience with recruiting and player development
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with systems such as Teamworks, Front Rush, Slate, or HUDL
This position requires evening and weekend availability. A housing option may be available, which includes additional responsibilities within Student Success to meet program requirements. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
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Get Access To All JobsCoach CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a coaching job qualify as an integral part of my curriculum for CPT?
CPT requires a direct curricular link, not just a related field. A coaching placement qualifies when your program requires it, as a practicum, internship credit, or capstone experience, and your academic advisor documents that connection. Elective or optional positions that aren't tied to a course or academic requirement don't meet the CPT standard. Confirm the curricular link with your DSO before applying.
Can I do CPT at a private coaching business or independent gym?
Yes, CPT isn't limited to universities or large organizations. Private coaching studios, independent gyms, and youth sports clubs can serve as CPT employers as long as the position is authorized by your DSO and directly tied to your curriculum. The employer doesn't need to be E-Verify enrolled for CPT, though you should confirm this with your DSO given your school's specific authorization policies.
How do I find coaching employers who understand F-1 work authorization?
Most coaching employers, especially smaller athletic programs and private clubs, have limited experience with F-1 CPT. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with documented work authorization history in sports and fitness roles, so you can prioritize organizations that won't need a lengthy education process before extending an offer. University athletic departments are also reliable since they regularly hire students under CPT.
What happens to my OPT eligibility if I do a full-time CPT coaching placement?
Twelve or more months of full-time CPT, defined as 20 or more hours per week, eliminates your OPT eligibility after graduation. Many coaching placements, especially seasonal or full-semester practicums, can hit that threshold quickly. If you plan to use OPT for post-graduation work authorization or H-1B cap-gap purposes, track your cumulative full-time CPT hours carefully and discuss the tradeoff with your DSO before accepting a full-time placement.
Can my coaching CPT position later support an H-1B or O-1 visa application?
CPT work experience in a coaching role can support future visa applications when it's documented formally. For an H-1B, the role must qualify as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, sports management, kinesiology, or exercise science typically satisfy this for professional coaching positions. For an O-1B or O-1A, documented achievements during your CPT placement, such as performance metrics, competitive results, or published coaching work, can contribute to your extraordinary ability evidence.
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