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Field Manager CPT jobs put you in charge of on-site operations, crews, and client coordination, work that qualifies when your DSO documents it as integral to your degree program. Most placements run one semester or a full academic year, giving you structured field leadership experience your curriculum requires.
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Wabtec Field Services Summer 2026 Internship (Kansas City, KS)
We are looking for students who want to move and improve the world! If you have interests in the areas of diesel technology, logistics, supply chain, technical services, and/or leadership, you can gain real work experience with our products in the Locomotive Maintenance Field Services businesses.
Our 10-week Summer Internship Program encourages college students to explore their professional interests while working on real business projects. Our program goal is to bring your academic topics to life, give you an opportunity to see what job opportunities are possible and prepare each student for a potential full-time position after graduation in one of our challenging leadership programs or direct hire roles.
In addition to your role, you will have opportunities for professional, training and social activities throughout the experience that provide a valuable network with your Intern peers all the way up to Senior leaders.
Who will you be working with?
As an intern with our Field Services team, you will see firsthand what it’s like to be a subject matter expert helping our customers maintain their fleet of GE/Wabtec locomotives. You will be working right alongside Wabtec’s Technical and Materials Advisors and directly with our customer’s mechanical employees. This position is located in an active locomotive service facility onsite with one of our customers, the largest railroad operators in North America.
Requirements – We are looking for YOU if you have:
- Must be a full-time student (preferably rising Juniors and rising Seniors) enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Ability to pass a drug screen and background check
- Strong initiative with the ability to work independently and in teams
- Demonstrated experience in leadership roles
- Strong desire to learn and develop in diesel/automotive technology, engineering, logistics, manufacturing or other related areas to supplement classroom learning
- Ability to communicate technical aptitude, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication & interpersonal skills
- Able to work for a minimum of 10 weeks (maximum of 12)
- Willingness to take roles at one of our many Wabtec locations
- The ability to maintain reliable and predictable attendance throughout the internship
- Willingness and ability to work various shifts in a shop environment
- A high level of dependability, a great attitude, and an ability to work well with a team towards achieving a common goal
Desired:
- If you have and maintain at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale after completing full year of college
What will your typical day look like?
- Assist TA’s with coordinating and providing instruction on key programs and procedures related to locomotive maintenance/modifications
- Develop and maintain strong customer relationships to create repair opportunities in the shop and to gain access to craftsman labor force
- Work as part of a cross functional team, driving a "one team" focus, dedicated to customer success within the shop
- Begin completing the various Wabtec Level 1 Locomotive Online Training courses
- Begin completing Level 1 TA OJT tasks
- Learn to navigate Wabtec eServices, catalogs, schematics, and other various resources
- Gain understanding of emission standards and emission critical components
- Completing various short-term projects given by Shop manager
- All other duties as required
What about the physical demands of the job?
- Standing for long periods of time
- Walking throughout the day
- Walking up and down stairs
- Climbing on/off of locomotives
- Wearing all required personal protective gear (hardhat, steel toe boots, ear plugs, eye protection) throughout the day
- Speaking and hearing
- Typing and operating a computer
- Willingness and ability to work various shifts in a shop environment (in reasonable alignment with class schedule)
- You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
Locations:
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
The salary range for this role is between $18.50 - $25.00. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as year of study and major. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Housing stipends are also available based on distance from your home of record. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com.
Additional Information
Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $0-0. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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Does a Field Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your DSO can document that the field management work is integral to your degree program. Roles involving project coordination, crew supervision, and site operations commonly satisfy this requirement for students in construction management, civil engineering, business, or environmental science programs. Your DSO will assess the fit against your specific curriculum before updating your I-20.
Can I do full-time CPT as a Field Manager without affecting OPT eligibility?
You can, but 12 months or more of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, has no impact on OPT, regardless of how many semesters you use it. If you're weighing a full-time Field Manager placement against preserving OPT for post-graduation, confirm the exact CPT duration with your DSO before accepting the offer.
What should a CPT offer letter for a Field Manager position include?
The offer letter must state your job title, employment start and end dates, your work location, and whether the position is full-time or part-time. Field Manager roles often involve multiple project sites, so if your duties require traveling between locations, the letter should list either a primary reporting address or the employing company's headquarters. Your DSO needs all of this before they can issue CPT authorization on your I-20.
How do I find Field Manager jobs where employers understand CPT?
Search Migrate Mate to find Field Manager openings with employers who have prior experience hiring international students. Filtering by employers with labor certification history helps you identify companies already familiar with F-1 work authorization, which reduces the back-and-forth during onboarding and makes CPT acceptance more straightforward.
Can a Field Manager CPT placement lead to H-1B sponsorship after graduation?
It can, but Field Manager roles need to meet the specialty occupation standard, which requires the position to normally demand at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Construction and operations management roles can qualify, but generalist field roles sometimes don't. Discuss the occupation's degree requirements with your employer early, USCIS evaluates the position, not just your credentials, when assessing H-1B visa eligibility.