CPT Data Analyst Jobs
Data analyst roles align naturally with CPT because the analytical work, whether in SQL querying, statistical modeling, or dashboard reporting, maps directly to coursework in data science, statistics, computer science, and business analytics programs. CPT authorization is granted by your DSO, not USCIS, so once your employer provides an offer letter confirming the role connects to your curriculum, you can start quickly.
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ABOUT THE POSITION
VHB’s growing Raleigh, NC team is looking for a Data Analyst Intern to join our Transportation Safety team for Summer 2026.
Responsibilities
- Analyzes and interprets data.
- Uses spreadsheets and visualization tools to process and analyze data.
- Uses and supports database applications and analytical tools.
- Creates basic software programs to process and analyze data.
- Prepares data analysis in report and in presentation format.
- Clearly communicates the conclusions of data analysis.
- Troubleshoots problems with data systems and communicates with end users to evaluate the problem or need and deliver the resolution.
- Communicates regularly and effectively with team members and management.
- Develops awareness of the industry and the daily work of end users and customers.
- Works with management and/or end users to develop and understand product specifications.
- Documents and evaluates business systems and processes.
- Escalates more complex problems to teammates.
- Completes routine data and system configuration tasks.
- Completes routine data quality tasks.
- Imports and exports data to fulfill data requests.
- Completes routine business system configuration and maintenance tasks.
- Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and VHB policies and procedures.
Skills And Attributes
- Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
- Team-oriented with strong capability to work independently.
- Exceptional customer service abilities with an emphasis on timely response to all customer data concerns and needs.
- Strong prioritization skills.
- Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or master's degree program in computer science, data analytics or related field.
VHB does not provide housing for internships.
Building What’s Next, Together.
Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people-driven, future-ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.
When You Join VHB, You’ll Find
- Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact.
- A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success.
- Support to grow your skills and lead through change.
- Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI.
- Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment.
We’re growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what’s next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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How does a data analyst role qualify for CPT?
CPT eligibility requires that your work experience is an integral part of your established curriculum, meaning your academic program must include a practicum, internship, or cooperative education component. Data analyst roles qualify when the work directly applies skills from your degree, such as statistical analysis, data visualization, or database management. Your DSO will review the offer letter and course requirements to confirm the connection before authorizing CPT on your I-20.
Should I do part-time or full-time CPT as a data analyst?
Part-time CPT, defined as under 20 hours per week, is the standard choice during active semesters because it keeps your academic standing intact without affecting OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT is available during summer and winter breaks when your course load allows it. If you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT across your program, you lose eligibility for OPT, so most students are careful to keep full-time CPT concentrated in break periods only.
What do employers need to provide to hire a data analyst on CPT?
The employer's obligation is straightforward: provide a written offer letter that includes your job title, a description of the responsibilities, the work location, and the start and end dates. There is no USCIS filing, no sponsorship fee, and no lottery involved. Your school's DSO handles the authorization after reviewing the letter against your program requirements. Many data teams hire CPT students specifically because the process adds no administrative burden compared to other visa types.
Which academic programs most commonly support CPT for data analyst roles?
Data science, applied statistics, computer science, information systems, business analytics, and mathematics programs are the degrees that align most cleanly with data analyst job descriptions. Programs that include a required internship or practicum credit typically make CPT authorization straightforward because the experiential learning component is already built into the curriculum. If your program does not have a formal internship requirement, your DSO may still be able to authorize CPT through an elective or independent study arrangement.
Where is the best place to find data analyst CPT jobs?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and visa holders, so every data analyst listing on the platform is from employers who understand and accept CPT work authorization. Filtering by CPT on Migrate Mate surfaces roles where the hiring team already knows what an offer letter requirement means, which saves time compared to applying broadly and explaining your situation from scratch. Targeting employers with established data teams and recurring student hiring is the most efficient path to a CPT authorization that your DSO can approve quickly.