CPT Engineering Intern Jobs

Engineering Intern roles on CPT let you apply coursework in software, mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering directly on the job while your DSO keeps your F-1 status in good standing. CPT must be authorized before your start date, tied to a specific course, and limited to employers who can document the educational connection in your offer letter.

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Open Jobs1,727+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type89% On-site
Median Salary$16K
Top LocationSan Jose, CA
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Keysight Technologies
Engineering Intern
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Keysight Technologies
New 22m ago
Engineering Intern
Keysight Technologies
Santa Rosa, California
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
$27/hr - $30/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Socure
Engineering Intern- AI Agents, Data & RiskOS
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New 1h ago
Engineering Intern- AI Agents, Data & RiskOS
Socure
Carson City, Nevada
Software Engineering
Data Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Backend Engineering
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Associate's

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Munters
Electrical Engineering Intern
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Munters
New 8h ago
Electrical Engineering Intern
Munters
Amesbury, Massachusetts
Electrical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$43,280 - $47,840/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Robert Bosch Fuel Systems LLC
Mechanical Engineering Intern
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Robert Bosch Fuel Systems LLC
New 11h ago
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Robert Bosch Fuel Systems LLC
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
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Bachelor's

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Tetra Tech
Environmental Science/Engineering Intern
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Tetra Tech
New 17h ago
Environmental Science/Engineering Intern
Tetra Tech
Chicago, Illinois
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Specialized Engineering
Laboratory Research
Environmental Science
Environmental Engineering
$18/hr - $21/hr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Engineering Intern CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work as an Engineering Intern on CPT before I've completed my first academic year?

No. USCIS requires F-1 students to complete one full academic year before becoming eligible for CPT. If you're a graduate student whose program requires an internship starting in the first semester, your school may have a narrow exception, but your DSO must confirm this in writing before you accept any engineering intern offer.

Does full-time CPT as an Engineering Intern affect my OPT eligibility?

Yes, it can. Twelve or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, doesn't affect OPT. If you plan to use OPT after graduation, track your full-time CPT hours carefully across all employers and semesters to stay under the twelve-month threshold.

How do I find Engineering Intern employers who have hired CPT students before?

Migrate Mate lets you filter engineering intern roles by employers with verified work authorization hiring history, so you're not guessing which companies understand CPT paperwork. Employers already familiar with CPT authorization move faster through the offer process, which matters because your DSO needs the offer letter before your start date.

What engineering disciplines are typically covered under CPT for intern roles?

CPT covers any engineering discipline as long as the internship ties directly to your enrolled degree program. Software, mechanical, electrical, civil, chemical, and industrial engineering internships all qualify, but the role's duties must map to your specific program's curriculum. Your DSO and academic advisor jointly determine whether the position satisfies the integral-part-of-curriculum requirement for your degree.

Can I switch engineering intern employers mid-semester while on CPT?

Not without new authorization. CPT is employer-specific, meaning your current authorization covers only the employer named on your I-20. If you change employers, your DSO must issue a new or amended I-20 before your new start date. Starting work with an unauthorized employer violates your F-1 status, so never switch without confirmed written authorization from your DSO first.