CPT Embedded Jobs
Embedded jobs let F-1 students apply low-level programming, hardware-software integration, and real-time systems work directly to their degree curriculum. CPT authorization must come from your DSO before your start date, and the role must connect to your program of study, making job selection and documentation timing critical.
Find CPT Embedded JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 15+ Embedded jobs
See all Embedded Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Embedded roles.
Get Access To All JobsPURPOSE AND SCOPE:
As an intern with Fresenius Medical Care, a student will apply classroom based knowledge to workplace experience and will benefit from learning experiences in their major area of study.
Supports FMCNA’s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and division/company policy requirements.
DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:
CUSTOMER SERVICE:
- Responsible for driving the FMCNA culture through values and customer service standards.
- Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
- Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
- Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education:
Actively pursuing a college degree in similar major.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Previous work experience preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
EOE, disability/veterans
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
As an intern with Fresenius Medical Care, a student will apply classroom based knowledge to workplace experience and will benefit from learning experiences in their major area of study.
Supports FMCNA’s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and division/company policy requirements.
DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:
CUSTOMER SERVICE:
- Responsible for driving the FMCNA culture through values and customer service standards.
- Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
- Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
- Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education:
Actively pursuing a college degree in similar major.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Previous work experience preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
EOE, disability/veterans
See all CPT Embedded Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new CPT Embedded Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsEmbedded CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an embedded systems role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the work ties directly to your degree curriculum and your DSO authorizes it before your start date. Roles involving firmware development, hardware-software integration, or real-time operating systems typically connect clearly to electrical engineering or computer engineering programs. Your I-20 must reflect the CPT authorization, specifying part-time or full-time status and the exact employment dates.
Can I do full-time CPT for an embedded internship without affecting my OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more across your program eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, which matters if you're planning to stay in the U.S. after graduation. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, has no impact on OPT regardless of duration. Track your cumulative full-time CPT carefully, especially if you've done multiple semesters of internship work.
How do I find embedded employers who are familiar with CPT hiring?
Migrate Mate lets you search embedded roles and see which employers have a track record of hiring F-1 students. Many embedded teams at automotive, semiconductor, and aerospace companies hire CPT students regularly for hardware bringup, driver development, and testing roles. Filtering by employers with existing CPT or work authorization history cuts out the back-and-forth of educating every recruiter from scratch.
Does my embedded CPT role need to match my exact major?
The role must be an integral part of your curriculum, which your DSO interprets based on your degree field and enrolled courses. A computer science student can typically authorize CPT for embedded software work, but a purely hardware-focused role might face scrutiny. If your program includes embedded systems coursework, the connection is easier to establish and your school's documentation burden is lower.
What should the offer letter include for DSO approval of an embedded CPT role?
Your offer letter needs your employer's legal name, your job title, specific technical duties, your start and end dates, the number of weekly hours, and whether the position is paid or unpaid. For embedded roles, listing concrete responsibilities, like writing bootloaders, configuring peripherals, or profiling real-time tasks, makes the curriculum connection explicit and reduces the chance your DSO requests a revised letter before issuing authorization.