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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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 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.