CPT Director Of Research Operations Jobs
Director of Research Operations roles sit at the intersection of project management, compliance, and scientific administration, making them a strong CPT fit for graduate students in research-intensive programs. Your DSO must certify the position as integral to your curriculum before you start, so confirm degree alignment before applying.
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We are seeking a motivated and analytical Ops Center Engineer Intern to join our IT Operations team. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting enterprise technology services, monitoring critical systems, analyzing operational data, and contributing to service reliability initiatives.
As an Ops Center Engineer Intern, you will work alongside experienced engineers and service management professionals to gain practical experience in IT operations, incident management, ServiceNow platform reporting, Power BI analytics, and operational process improvement.
- Monitor enterprise systems and operational dashboards to identify service issues and trends.
- Assist with alert triage, incident management, and escalation activities.
- Support operational communications and documentation during service events.
- Create and maintain Power BI dashboards, visualizations, and reports that provide actionable insights to leadership and operational teams.
- Analyze ServiceNow platform data to identify trends, measure performance, and support operational decision-making.
- Research opportunities for process improvement, automation, and workflow optimization.
- Participate in team meetings, operational reviews, and cross-functional projects.
- Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and service owners to improve service reliability and customer experience.
What You'll Gain
- Real-world experience supporting enterprise IT operations.
- Exposure to Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Enablement, and other ITSM practices.
- Hands-on experience with ServiceNow and Power BI.
- Opportunities to develop technical, analytical, and business communication skills.
- Mentorship from experienced IT operations and service management professionals.
Required
- Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or within one year of your graduation date.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret data and communicate findings effectively.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred
- Experience with Power BI, data visualization, or business intelligence tools.
- Familiarity with ServiceNow or IT Service Management (ITSM) concepts.
- Experience working with Microsoft Excel, Power Query, SQL, or related analytical tools.
- Interest in IT operations, system monitoring, incident response, and operational excellence.
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking a motivated and analytical Ops Center Engineer Intern to join our IT Operations team. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting enterprise technology services, monitoring critical systems, analyzing operational data, and contributing to service reliability initiatives.
As an Ops Center Engineer Intern, you will work alongside experienced engineers and service management professionals to gain practical experience in IT operations, incident management, ServiceNow platform reporting, Power BI analytics, and operational process improvement.
- Monitor enterprise systems and operational dashboards to identify service issues and trends.
- Assist with alert triage, incident management, and escalation activities.
- Support operational communications and documentation during service events.
- Create and maintain Power BI dashboards, visualizations, and reports that provide actionable insights to leadership and operational teams.
- Analyze ServiceNow platform data to identify trends, measure performance, and support operational decision-making.
- Research opportunities for process improvement, automation, and workflow optimization.
- Participate in team meetings, operational reviews, and cross-functional projects.
- Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and service owners to improve service reliability and customer experience.
What You'll Gain
- Real-world experience supporting enterprise IT operations.
- Exposure to Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Enablement, and other ITSM practices.
- Hands-on experience with ServiceNow and Power BI.
- Opportunities to develop technical, analytical, and business communication skills.
- Mentorship from experienced IT operations and service management professionals.
Required
- Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or within one year of your graduation date.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret data and communicate findings effectively.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred
- Experience with Power BI, data visualization, or business intelligence tools.
- Familiarity with ServiceNow or IT Service Management (ITSM) concepts.
- Experience working with Microsoft Excel, Power Query, SQL, or related analytical tools.
- Interest in IT operations, system monitoring, incident response, and operational excellence.
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
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Does a Director of Research Operations role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your degree program includes research administration, project management, or science policy coursework and your DSO certifies the role as integral to your curriculum. The title alone doesn't guarantee CPT eligibility, the connection between the job duties and your academic program is what USCIS and your school evaluate. Bring the job description to your DSO meeting.
What academic programs typically support CPT for this role?
Graduate programs in public health, biomedical science, clinical research administration, higher education management, and science policy most commonly support CPT for research operations roles. Some MPH, MS, and MBA programs with research management tracks also qualify. The key is whether your program includes coursework that directly maps to coordinating research compliance, grant oversight, or lab operations.
How do I find employers who have hired F-1 students for these roles before?
Migrate Mate lets you browse Director of Research Operations positions filtered by employers with work authorization filing history. Starting with organizations that have already navigated F-1 onboarding reduces the risk of losing an offer because HR doesn't know how to process CPT paperwork. Universities, hospital systems, and government-funded research institutes are the most consistent category.
Can I do part-time CPT for a research operations role while finishing my degree?
Yes. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, doesn't affect your OPT eligibility regardless of how many semesters you use it. Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Many research operations roles offer part-time or project-based arrangements, so clarify the weekly hour commitment before your DSO submits authorization.
What documents does my employer need to process my CPT authorization?
Your employer needs to provide a formal offer letter with start date, job title, work location, and weekly hours. Your school will also require confirmation that the employer understands you can't begin work before the CPT authorization date on your I-20. Some research institutions additionally request a brief description of how the role supports your academic training, which their HR or research compliance office typically drafts.