CPT Development Engineer Jobs
Development Engineer jobs on CPT let F-1 students apply engineering coursework directly to product design, prototyping, and systems testing roles. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position as integral to your degree program, and your I-20 must be updated before your start date.
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OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
In business for more than 70 years, Republic Finance is proud to be a trusted lender in over 250 communities across the United States! We specialize in providing flexible lending solutions and incomparable customer service. Driven by our shared mission to pursue excellence for our team, our customers, and our performance, we are continuously improving our customer offerings in tandem with opening more branches in new states each year. We also regularly promote from within and enjoy giving back to the communities we serve. In a nutshell, our company culture is about helping customers, investing in our employee's future, and ensuring that our performance makes an impact on our community!
Are you a current Junior or Senior in college that is seeking an Internship with a Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field Focus? If so, then look no more! Republic Finance is seeking Interns for our Software Development Test Engineer team!
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented IT-Quality Assurance Intern to join our IT-QA team. This position provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with experienced IT professionals while gaining hands-on experience with QA testing practices. As a Test Engineer, you will collaborate with developers, QA teams, and product managers. This role is based in our Plano, TX office on a hybrid schedule.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and implement test plans, test cases, and testing scripts to ensure software applications fulfill functional and non-functional requirements.
- Identify and document defects and issues during testing, collaborating with developers to resolve them.
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to enhance code quality.
- Work alongside cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of software applications that meet quality standards.
- Keep abreast of the latest trends and advancements in software testing and quality assurance.
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in test analysis is preferred.
- Understanding of software testing principles.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Excellent problem-solving capabilities.
- This is a hybrid position requiring onsite work four days per week at the Plano, TX corporate office.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- Strong academic record and a passion for technology and data analytics.
- Basic understanding of IT Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
BENEFITS:
All employees with Republic Finance can participate in:
- Employee of the Month Program
- Philanthropic support for charities such as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the American Cancer Society
- Professional offices with a friendly team environment
- Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support
All Full-Time employees are eligible for:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal day
- 401k + employer match
- Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
Republic Finance, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age disability or veteran status in employment opportunities and benefits. Republic Finance, LLC maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.
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Get Access To All JobsDevelopment Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Development Engineer internship qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your school can document that the internship is an integral part of your curriculum, either as a required course credit or an elective your degree program formally recognizes. Job titles like Development Engineer, Systems Development Engineer, or Product Development Intern all qualify as long as the work aligns with your field of study and your DSO approves it.
Can I work full-time as a Development Engineer on CPT?
Full-time CPT, defined as 20 or more hours per week, is permitted but has a significant consequence: 12 months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, does not count against OPT. Most F-1 students in development engineering roles choose part-time CPT during the academic year to protect their post-graduation options.
What does a Development Engineer employer need to know about CPT?
The employer doesn't file anything with USCIS or DOL for CPT. Authorization is entirely school-side. What HR does need to provide is a formal offer letter stating your title, start date, work location, and hours. Some employers also need to confirm they're comfortable with an I-20 as your work authorization document, since CPT doesn't generate a separate EAD card.
How do I find Development Engineer jobs where employers understand CPT?
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with existing work authorization filing history for engineering roles. Employers who have filed LCAs for development engineers before are more likely to have HR processes in place for F-1 students. Filtering by that signal cuts down on time spent educating hiring managers about CPT eligibility from scratch.
Can I do CPT at a startup that has never sponsored a visa?
Yes. CPT doesn't require the employer to sponsor a visa or file with USCIS, so a startup with no prior sponsorship history can still authorize your CPT work. The only requirements are a valid offer letter and your DSO's approval. The risk to evaluate is whether that startup will qualify for STEM OPT or H-1B visa sponsorship after graduation if you want to stay long-term.