CPT Game Designer Jobs

Game Designer CPT jobs let F-1 students apply game mechanics, systems design, and narrative work directly inside a degree program in game design, interactive media, or a related field. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position before you start, and the role must connect to your enrolled coursework.

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Overview

Open Jobs5+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type100% On-site
Median Salary$123K
Top LocationCary, NC
Most JobsAmgen

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Wofford College
Athletics Marketing & Game Operations Intern
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Wofford College
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Athletics Marketing & Game Operations Intern
Wofford College
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Marketing
Events & Tourism
Creative & Design
Event Planning
On-Site
None
201-500

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Discord
Senior Manager, Solutions Architect, Games
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Discord
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Senior Manager, Solutions Architect, Games
Discord
San Francisco Bay Area
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Customer Success
Project & Program Management
Solutions Engineering (Pre-Sales)
Technical Program Management
Project Management
Revenue Operations & Enablement
$232,000/yr - $261,000/yr
On-Site
15+ yrs exp.
None

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Villanova University
Athletics Broadcast / Game Presentation Intern
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Villanova University
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Athletics Broadcast / Game Presentation Intern
Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania
Marketing
Multimedia Production
$15.00/hr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Epic Games
Social Media Intern
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Epic Games
Added 6mo ago
Social Media Intern
Epic Games
Cary, North Carolina
Brand & Social Media
Content & Communications
Marketing
Social Media Management
Content Marketing
On-Site
None

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Amgen
Undergrad Co-op – Interactive Developer / Immersive Course Programmer
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Amgen
Added 2w ago
Undergrad Co-op – Interactive Developer / Immersive Course Programmer
Amgen
Juncos, PR
Software Engineering
Creative & Design
Game Development
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Game Designer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Game Designer role qualify for CPT authorization?

It qualifies if your school's curriculum includes game design, interactive media, computer science, or a closely related field and the role's duties connect to your enrolled courses. Your DSO evaluates the fit case by case. Roles focused on systems design, level design, or narrative design typically align well with interactive media and computer science programs.

Can I do CPT at an indie studio or a startup?

Yes. CPT authorization is not restricted to large employers. Any studio that can provide a formal offer letter describing your duties, start date, and work location satisfies the documentation your DSO needs. Smaller studios sometimes move faster on offers, but confirm they'll supply a written letter before you begin the authorization process.

How do I find Game Designer jobs where employers understand CPT?

Search Migrate Mate to identify studios and game companies that have filed for F-1 workers before. Employers with prior CPT or OPT experience won't need an explanation of your work authorization timeline, which shortens the hiring process and reduces the chance an offer falls through during the DSO authorization window.

What happens if my CPT Game Designer role involves remote work?

Remote CPT is permitted under F-1 regulations as long as your DSO authorizes the specific employer and position. Your I-20 should list the employer's address even for remote roles. Confirm with your DSO whether your school requires the employer to be within commuting distance or accepts fully remote positions for CPT authorization.

Does CPT game design work count toward H-1B specialty occupation experience?

CPT work experience in a game design role is legitimate U.S. employment and can be listed on an H-1B visa petition to document specialty occupation experience. Game Designer roles can qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in game design, computer science, or a directly related field.