CPT Corporate Development Manager Jobs
Corporate Development Manager roles in M&A, strategic partnerships, and capital allocation sit squarely within business, finance, and management degree programs, making them a strong CPT fit when your DSO can document a direct curricular tie. Your authorization must be role-specific, so the job description your employer provides matters as much as your transcript.
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POWER UP A CAREER WITH US
Our people power everything we do.
At Tampa Electric, dependable electricity starts with dedicated individuals whose talent, skill and passion drive our success. We’ve been lighting the way for West Central Florida for more than 125 years—and we’re just getting started.
Join us and build a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and a culture that supports your growth. Your potential finds its purpose at Tampa Electric.
We proudly deliver 99.98% electric service reliability to nearly 860,000 customers across 2,000 square miles of Hillsborough County and parts of Polk, Pasco and Pinellas counties. Through innovation and strategic investments, we’re creating a cleaner, brighter energy future—while delivering exceptional service every step of the way.
We reflect the communities we serve and foster a workplace where every employee feels welcomed, valued and engaged. Join our team of energy experts and help shape the future of power.
Storm Duty Requirements
Tampa Electric and its sister companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our Tampa Electric customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.
Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.
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Title: Student Internship, Corporate Strategy & Business Development
Company: Tampa Electric Company
Location: Midtown East Tower
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: Weekdays/Schedule Flexibility for School
Where Your Education Meets Opportunity
Are you a college student ready to gain real-world experience in your field of study? The TECO Energy Student Program is your opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a professional setting, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow your career from day one.
We partner with accredited four-year colleges and universities to recruit motivated students who are eager to learn and make an impact. As a student with us, you’ll take on challenging assignments that align with your academic background and our business needs—giving you a head start on your future.
Why Join Us?
- Hands-on experience in your area of study
- Meaningful, project-based work
- Professional development and mentorship
- A supportive, inclusive work environment
Position Summary/Details:
We are seeking a motivated Spring Interns and Co-Ops to support Tampa Electric’s Strategy & Business Development group in enhancing and strengthening the company’s strategic planning and implementation efforts. The Strategy Co-Op will assist with research, analysis, and coordination activities with strategic initiatives. Working collaboratively across the organization, this role provides foundational exposure to corporate strategy, operations, regulatory, finance, and have the opportunity to participate on cross-functional teams.
Physical Location of Co-op Opportunities: Midtown East: 3600 Midtown Drive, Tampa, FL 33607
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
The successful applicant should be enrolled in an accredited university as a college undergraduate or a graduate level post-secondary educational program in a related discipline.
Co-Op Requirements:
- To qualify as a co-op student, enrollment in the university’s co-op program (proof of enrollment required); if not eligible for co-op program (or program unavailable), the student will be considered an intern.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required.
Preferred discipline or degree type: Finance, Accounting, or Other Business
Preferred/related discipline: Data Analysis
Year in School:
- Junior or Senior
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strategic Research & Industry Analysis: Conduct research on industry trends, peer utility strategies, regulatory and legislative developments, and other external factors influencing Tampa Electric’s strategic direction. Summarize results and synthesize findings into insights to inform strategy discussions and planning efforts.
- Financial, Business & Comparative Analysis: Support benchmarking and key performance indicator (KPI) analysis by reviewing inputs, identifying trends and variances. Help translate analytical findings into clear summaries, visuals, and presentations that support strategy discussions, business cases, and leadership updates.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategy Communication: Partner with teams across finance, engineering, operations, regulatory, customer experience, and other functional areas to gather inputs and support coordinated strategy efforts. Assist in preparing materials for internal meetings, leadership updates, and planning sessions, ensuring complex information is communicated clearly and effectively.
Working Conditions
- Mostly in a normal office environment
Preferred Availability:
- 20-30 hours per week ideally but can accommodate up to 40 hours if that is what you are seeking.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsCorporate Development Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Corporate Development Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your school's DSO can tie the role directly to your enrolled program. Corporate development work in M&A analysis, strategic planning, or partnership evaluation maps well to finance, business administration, and management degree requirements. Your program must require or offer academic credit for the practical training, and the job description needs to document duties that align with your coursework.
Can I work full-time as a Corporate Development Manager on CPT?
Full-time CPT is allowed but carries a consequence you should understand before accepting: 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, does not affect OPT. For a competitive role in corporate development where you're targeting H-1B visa sponsorship after graduation, preserving your OPT window is worth structuring the engagement carefully.
What documents does my employer need to provide for CPT approval?
Your DSO typically requires a signed offer letter or internship agreement that specifies your job title, employment start and end dates, weekly hours, worksite address, and a description of your duties. For a Corporate Development Manager role, the duty description should name specific functions such as financial due diligence, deal sourcing, or integration planning, not just a generic title. A vague offer letter is the most common reason DSO requests get delayed.
How do I find Corporate Development Manager roles where employers understand CPT?
Migrate Mate lists Corporate Development Manager positions at employers with experience hiring F-1 students on work authorization. Focusing your search there reduces time spent on companies unfamiliar with CPT mechanics. Beyond that, target employers in financial services, private equity, and large technology companies, where dedicated HR teams handle F-1 work authorization regularly and the corporate development function is established enough to structure a defined internship.
Does CPT employment count toward H-1B sponsorship eligibility later?
CPT itself does not count as H-1B qualifying experience, but the skills and employer relationships you build during CPT directly affect your post-graduation sponsorship prospects. Many F-1 students use CPT placements to convert into full-time offers that come with H-1B sponsorship. USCIS evaluates H-1B petitions on the specialty occupation definition and the employer's filing, not on prior CPT history.