CPT Engineering Jobs
Engineering CPT roles are a natural fit for F-1 students in mechanical, civil, electrical, computer, chemical, and industrial engineering programs because hands-on industry experience is often built directly into the curriculum. Most engineering programs are structured to support CPT authorization, making it straightforward to document the academic connection your DSO needs to approve your work authorization before you start.
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Kimley-Horn is looking for Engineering students to join our Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (PA) office! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for our clients.
- Contribute to the pre-construction civil engineering design, planning, modification, permitting, and analysis for multiple projects ranging in size and scope.
- Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
- Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
- Interns will learn one or more software programs specific to their disciplines: AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Excel, Microstation, VISSIM, Open Roads, Synchro and/or GIS.
QUALIFICATIONS
- In the process of receiving an ABET accredited engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) in one of the following majors:
- Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
- Mechanical, Biological, Biosystems, Chemical, or Agricultural Engineering
- Engineering Technology
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?:
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
INTRODUCTION
Kimley-Horn is looking for Engineering students to join our Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (PA) office! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for our clients.
- Contribute to the pre-construction civil engineering design, planning, modification, permitting, and analysis for multiple projects ranging in size and scope.
- Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
- Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
- Interns will learn one or more software programs specific to their disciplines: AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Excel, Microstation, VISSIM, Open Roads, Synchro and/or GIS.
QUALIFICATIONS
- In the process of receiving an ABET accredited engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) in one of the following majors:
- Civil and/or Environmental Engineering
- Mechanical, Biological, Biosystems, Chemical, or Agricultural Engineering
- Engineering Technology
WHY KIMLEY-HORN?:
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients and employees, are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it—that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
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Get Access To All JobsEngineering CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
How does engineering work qualify for CPT authorization?
CPT requires that your work experience is an integral part of your established curriculum, which engineering programs typically satisfy through required co-op sequences, capstone project work, or elective credit tied to industry experience. Your DSO will review your offer letter and confirm the role connects to your degree program. Roles in structural design, systems engineering, product development, and process engineering are straightforward to document because the technical connection to an engineering degree is direct.
Should I pursue part-time or full-time CPT for an engineering role?
Part-time CPT, defined as under 20 hours per week, is the safer choice during active semesters because it preserves your full OPT eligibility regardless of how many semesters you use it. Full-time CPT is available during summer or winter breaks when you are not carrying a full course load. Accumulating 12 or more months of full-time CPT permanently eliminates OPT eligibility, so most engineering students structure their CPT to stay below that threshold across their degree.
What academic documentation do engineering students typically need for CPT approval?
Your DSO will generally require a formal offer letter from the employer describing your job duties, confirmation that the role ties to a specific course or program requirement, and sometimes a signed learning agreement or faculty endorsement. Engineering programs that include a co-op or practicum component often have a standardized CPT approval process already in place. Roles that align with your declared concentration, such as a structural engineering student working at a civil design firm, are easiest to document.
Which engineering specializations see the most CPT opportunities?
Software and computer engineering students have the broadest CPT market because technology companies across every industry hire engineering interns with no employer-side USCIS paperwork required. Mechanical, industrial, and electrical engineering students find consistent CPT opportunities in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and energy. Civil and environmental engineering students are well-placed with infrastructure firms, consulting engineers, and municipal agencies. Browsing engineering CPT roles on Migrate Mate is a practical starting point because listings are filtered specifically for students on F-1 work authorization.
How do I approach employers about CPT if they are unfamiliar with it?
CPT is employer-friendly because it requires no USCIS filing, no government fees, and no lottery. The employer's only obligation is to provide an offer letter describing the role and your responsibilities. Most engineering employers who already hire interns or co-op students can accommodate CPT students without changing their existing process. Framing CPT as a standard academic internship authorization, handled entirely through your university, typically resolves any initial hesitation about international student hiring.