CPT Embedded Software Engineer Jobs
Embedded Software Engineer CPT jobs let F-1 students apply firmware, RTOS, and hardware-software integration skills in industry before graduation. CPT must be authorized by your DSO and tied directly to your degree program, making roles in automotive, robotics, IoT, and defense electronics strong fits for academic approval.
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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
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Get Access To All JobsEmbedded Software Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Embedded Software Engineer role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the work is integral to your degree program and your DSO approves it. Roles involving firmware development, RTOS programming, or hardware-software integration map directly to ECE and CS curricula. You'll need a written job offer and a course enrollment that formally incorporates the work experience before your DSO can authorize CPT.
Does a CPT employer need to file anything with USCIS?
No. CPT authorization comes entirely from your school, not USCIS. Your DSO updates your I-20 to reflect the employer, job title, and authorized dates. The employer doesn't file a petition or pay any government fees, which makes CPT significantly faster to set up than H-1B visa or OPT STEM extension filings.
How do I find embedded engineering employers who regularly hire F-1 students on CPT?
Migrate Mate shows employers with LCA filing history for engineering and software roles, which indicates companies that routinely work with international students. Sectors with strong CPT placement for embedded roles include automotive (ADAS and infotainment), industrial IoT, defense electronics, and semiconductor firms running structured co-op programs.
Will doing full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility after graduation?
It can. Twelve months or more of full-time CPT makes you ineligible for OPT. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, does not count toward that limit regardless of total duration. If you're planning a multi-semester embedded co-op, track your authorized hours carefully and discuss the OPT impact with your DSO before each renewal.
Can I do CPT at a startup without a formal internship program?
Yes, as long as the employer provides a written offer letter describing your duties, and your DSO confirms the role qualifies academically. Startups in robotics, IoT, and edge computing frequently offer embedded engineering roles without formal internship programs. Your school's CPT criteria matter more than the employer's internal program structure.