CPT Director Of Clinical Education Jobs
Director of Clinical Education roles sit at the intersection of healthcare administration and instructional design, making them a strong CPT fit for F-1 students in health sciences, education leadership, or public health programs. Your DSO must authorize CPT specifically for this role type before you start work, and the position must tie directly to your degree's learning objectives.
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INTRODUCTION
VCU Libraries supports learning, research, and creativity across Virginia Commonwealth University. With locations at James Branch Cabell Library on the Monroe Park Campus and the Health Sciences Library on the MCV Campus, we help students, faculty, and staff access the information, spaces, and services they need to succeed. Our team values collaboration, innovation, and service, creating an environment where ideas thrive and learning flourishes.
The VCU Libraries’ Health Sciences Library, located in Richmond, VA, invites applications for the Health Sciences Librarian (HSL) Intern position with the Research and Education Department (RED). The position is open to current and recent graduate students in ALA-accredited library/information science programs.
Ideal for a currently enrolled or recently graduated student of library science with an interest in health sciences librarianship. The HSL RED Internship offers up to 25 hours per week and the opportunity to work with practicing health sciences librarians, in person or virtually. Through experiential learning, the individual in this position will be able to build and develop their career portfolio.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Internship Coordinator, the RED Intern is responsible for the completion of outreach and research support projects for the Research and Education Department at VCU Libraries Health Sciences Library. The internship experience will provide an opportunity for a librarian at the beginning of their career to gain practical professional experience in an academic health sciences library. The internship experience supports the development of an individual using the Medical Library Association’s Competencies for Lifelong Learning and Professional Success. The RED Intern will work closely with health sciences librarians and directly with library users, including VCU faculty, students, and staff. There is also the potential to work with members of the Greater Richmond community. The RED Intern will gain the knowledge and skills to provide research and instruction support through opportunities to interact with users, conduct library orientations, present library workshops; as well as the possibility to participate in evidence synthesis projects. Work accomplished by the RED Intern could also include the creation and maintenance of learning objects such as research guides or instructional videos, development of workshop lesson plans, and data analysis and assessment support. The RED Intern will work with the Internship Coordinator to establish achievable personal and project goals for the duration of the internship period.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.
- Employment contingent upon enrollment in or recent completion (no more than two years) of an ALA accredited Master Information or Library Science program.
- Basic knowledge of library resources, such as academic library research databases, websites and information sources.
- Strong service orientation.
- Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with research methods and practices, database searching techniques, instructional design techniques or project management skills.
SALARY RANGE
- Salary Range: $20 - 21/ hour
BENEFITS
All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU’s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.
FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
HOURS PER WEEK
- up to 25 hours per week
RESTRICTED POSITION: No
FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENT: Hybrid
RANK: Non Faculty
TENURE: Ineligible
CLOSING AT: Aug 18 2026 - 23:55 EDT
LOCATION: 907 Floyd Avenue, MCV Main Campus, Virginia, United States, 23284
LOCATION: 907 Floyd Avenue, VCU Main Campus, Virginia, United States, 23284
UNIT: VCU Libraries MBU
DEPARTMENT: University Libraries
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Does a Director of Clinical Education role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your degree program includes clinical education, health systems leadership, or curriculum development as a core component and your DSO documents the connection. The role must be an integral part of your academic program, not simply related to your field. Programs in health administration, nursing education, and public health regularly authorize CPT for this title, but you'll need a formal curriculum justification letter, not just an offer letter.
Can I do CPT in a Director of Clinical Education role part-time while finishing coursework?
Yes, CPT can be authorized part-time, which is 20 hours per week or fewer, allowing you to remain enrolled in coursework simultaneously. Part-time CPT does not count against your OPT eligibility, unlike full-time CPT. If the employer requires a full-time schedule, your DSO can authorize full-time CPT, but note that 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates OPT eligibility entirely.
What documents does an F-1 student need before starting a Director of Clinical Education CPT position?
You need a CPT-authorized I-20 with your employer's name, the role title, and exact start and end dates listed. The authorization must come before your first day of work. Most employers also require a copy of your current visa stamp, passport, and the CPT endorsement page. Your employer completes the I-9 using these documents, so a missing or incorrect I-20 blocks your start date regardless of any verbal offer agreement.
How do I find Director of Clinical Education employers open to CPT candidates?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Director of Clinical Education roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for clinical education positions, which is a reliable signal that the organization has hired international students before. Health systems with academic medical centers, nursing schools with clinical partnerships, and community colleges with allied health programs are the employer categories most likely to have existing CPT onboarding processes already in place.
Does CPT in a Director of Clinical Education role count toward H-1B specialty occupation eligibility?
CPT work experience in a director-level clinical education role strengthens an H-1B visa petition because it demonstrates direct application of your degree in a specialty occupation. USCIS evaluates whether a role requires a specific bachelor's degree or higher, and Director of Clinical Education typically qualifies given its requirement for specialized graduate-level knowledge in health sciences or education. Document your CPT duties and outcomes carefully, since this record becomes supporting evidence in a future H-1B visa filing.