CPT Contract Specialist Jobs

Contract Specialist roles sit at the intersection of legal analysis, procurement, and negotiation, making them a strong CPT fit for students in business, law, supply chain, or public administration programs. Your DSO must confirm the position is an integral part of your curriculum before you begin work, so bring a detailed job description to that meeting.

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Open Jobs9+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type89% On-site
Top LocationAurora, IL
Most JobsASML

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Home Service Specialist (Condo/Coop)
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Home Service Specialist (Condo/Coop)
Collabera
Concord, California
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Compliance & Legal
$41,600/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Associate's

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ASML
Co-Op - Learning Specialist
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Co-Op - Learning Specialist
ASML
Wilton, Connecticut
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Project & Program Management
Learning & Development
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Cenergistic
Energy Specialist Internship
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Energy Specialist Internship
Cenergistic
Lexington, Kentucky
Content & Communications
Brand & Social Media
Content Marketing
Social Media Management
Communications
$19/hr - $21/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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TikTok
e-Commerce Strategic Specialist Project Intern
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TikTok
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e-Commerce Strategic Specialist Project Intern
TikTok
Los Angeles, California
Business Operations
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Data Science & Analytics
Customer Success
Business Development
Data Science
$23.75/hr - $23.75/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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ByteDance
Language Specialist Project Intern
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ByteDance
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Language Specialist Project Intern
ByteDance
San Jose, California
Content & Communications
Language Services
$25/hr - $40/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Contract Specialist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Contract Specialist role qualify for CPT authorization?

Yes, if the work is directly tied to your curriculum. Contract Specialist duties, drafting agreements, managing procurement cycles, analyzing contract terms, align with business, supply chain, and paralegal studies programs. Your DSO makes the final call, so bring a detailed job description that maps specific tasks to your coursework before requesting authorization.

Can I do CPT at a federal agency as a Contract Specialist?

Yes, federal agencies including the Department of Defense and General Services Administration hire Contract Specialist interns through pathways like Pathways. CPT is accepted as work authorization for internship programs, but you'll need to confirm E-Verify enrollment with the agency's HR office, since federal employers are required to use E-Verify for all hires.

How do I find Contract Specialist employers familiar with CPT?

Migrate Mate lists Contract Specialist roles from employers with verified visa-filing history, which is a reliable signal that the HR team understands F-1 work authorization. Defense contractors, large healthcare systems, and government consulting firms are the most consistent sources of CPT-compatible openings in this role category.

Does CPT as a Contract Specialist affect my OPT eligibility?

Part-time CPT has no effect on your 12-month OPT allowance. Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more eliminates OPT eligibility entirely, so track your cumulative full-time CPT hours carefully. If you're planning to use OPT for post-graduation employment or an H-1B visa cap-gap bridge, staying under that threshold matters significantly.

What happens if the Contract Specialist job description doesn't match my major?

Your DSO will likely deny the CPT request. Mismatches between job duties and declared major are the most common reason CPT authorization is refused. If your title is Contract Specialist but your major is computer science, you'd need to demonstrate a direct curricular connection, for example, a technology procurement or IT contracts focus, or consider changing your program of study.