CPT Graduate Jobs

Graduate roles on CPT require your DSO to authorize the position as an integral part of your enrolled program, which means the work must directly connect to your degree coursework, not just your field of study. Employers hiring CPT students don't file with USCIS, so the authorization timeline depends entirely on your school.

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Graduate Assistant Coach Women's Volleyball
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Graduate Assistant Coach Women's Volleyball
Franklin Pierce University
Rindge, New Hampshire
Fitness & Recreation
Events & Tourism
Sports & Fitness
Event Planning
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Electrical Engineering Graduate Student Co-Op
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Electrical Engineering Graduate Student Co-Op
Battelle
Columbus, Ohio
Electrical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$20 - $40/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Pharmacy Graduate Intern
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Pharmacy Graduate Intern
Walgreens
Garland, Texas
Allied Health
Customer Service & Support
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
$33 - $45/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Health Plan FP&A Graduate Finance Intern
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Health Plan FP&A Graduate Finance Intern
Highmark Health
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Graduate Product Management Intern
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Graduate Product Management Intern
Schneider Electric
Franklin, Tennessee
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$29.50 - $35.50/hr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Graduate CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does my Graduate role on CPT need to be in my exact degree field?

The work must be an integral part of your established curriculum, meaning it connects directly to your program's coursework, not just your general field. A Graduate role in adjacent functions may qualify if your program explicitly covers those areas. Your DSO makes the final call based on your degree plan and the employer's job description.

Can I work a Graduate job on CPT before finishing my first academic year?

F-1 students generally must complete one full academic year before becoming eligible for CPT. Graduate students are an exception if the program itself requires immediate practical training as a condition of enrollment. Check with your DSO to confirm your program qualifies for this exception before pursuing offers.

How do I find Graduate employers who already understand CPT authorization?

Migrate Mate lets you search Graduate positions filtered for employers with CPT hiring history, so you spend less time educating HR departments from scratch. Employers already familiar with DSO documentation and authorization timelines move faster through the offer process and are less likely to rescind offers over paperwork confusion.

Will full-time CPT in a Graduate role affect my OPT eligibility?

Yes. Accumulating 12 or more months of full-time CPT authorization eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, does not count against the 12-month threshold. If your Graduate role offers flexible hours, structuring it as part-time CPT preserves your post-graduation OPT options.

What documentation does my employer need to provide for my CPT authorization?

Your employer typically needs to provide a formal offer letter stating your start date, end date, work location, job title, and a brief description of duties. Some DSOs also require the employer's Employer Identification Number and confirmation of supervisory arrangements. Your school's international student office sets the specific requirements, so confirm their checklist before requesting documents from the employer.