CPT Highway Maintenance Worker Jobs

Highway Maintenance Worker CPT jobs let F-1 students in civil engineering, construction management, and transportation programs gain hands-on field experience repairing roads, bridges, and drainage systems. Your DSO must authorize CPT before you start, and the work must directly integrate with your degree curriculum.

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Open Jobs53+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type100% On-site
Top LocationAuburn, CA
Most JobsSaint Maria Pie Company Inc.

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Saint Maria Pie Company Inc.
Assistant Manager(05664) - 509 Highway 17 N.
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Saint Maria Pie Company Inc.
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Assistant Manager(05664) - 509 Highway 17 N.
Saint Maria Pie Company Inc.
North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Food Service
Hospitality & Guest Services
Customer Service & Support
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Clinton Pie Company
Assistant Manager(03007) - 33716 LA Highway 16
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Assistant Manager(03007) - 33716 LA Highway 16
Clinton Pie Company
Denham Springs, Louisiana
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Highway Bridge EIT/Designer
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Highway Bridge EIT/Designer
HDR
Missoula, Montana
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
$66,500/yr - $88,600/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Saint Maria Pie Company Inc.
Customer Service Rep(08982) - 250 NC Highway 801N
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Saint Maria Pie Company Inc.
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Customer Service Rep(08982) - 250 NC Highway 801N
Saint Maria Pie Company Inc.
Advance, North Carolina
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Saint Maria Pie Company Inc.
Customer Service Rep(04406) - 797 Pulaski Highway
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Saint Maria Pie Company Inc.
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Customer Service Rep(04406) - 797 Pulaski Highway
Saint Maria Pie Company Inc.
Bear, Delaware
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Highway Maintenance Worker CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Highway Maintenance Worker work qualify for CPT as an F-1 student?

Yes, if the work is directly tied to your academic program and your DSO authorizes it on your I-20. Civil engineering, construction management, and transportation planning programs most commonly support this authorization. Your school will require documentation showing the job duties, such as road repair, drainage maintenance, or traffic control, integrate with specific coursework in your degree plan.

Can I work for a state Department of Transportation on CPT?

State DOTs regularly hire students through internship and cooperative education programs that qualify for CPT. Because state DOTs are government employers, they're required to use E-Verify, so your CPT EAD must be in hand before your first day. Check whether the specific DOT district you're applying to posts openings through its own procurement or HR portal, and confirm CPT is listed as an accepted work authorization type in the posting.

What documents do I need to start a Highway Maintenance Worker CPT job?

You'll need your updated I-20 showing CPT authorization for the specific employer, your F-1 visa, your passport, and your EAD if the employer requires one for E-Verify. The employer will also typically ask for an offer letter and a written training plan that your DSO already reviewed. Bring all documents to onboarding since highway and public works employers complete I-9 verification on or before the first workday.

How do I find Highway Maintenance Worker jobs that accept CPT authorization?

Migrate Mate filters roles by work-authorization type, making it easier to identify highway and public works employers that have experience hiring F-1 students. State DOT websites and county public works departments also post seasonal and co-op listings, but those don't always specify CPT compatibility upfront. Reaching out directly to a district's HR contact to confirm F-1 CPT acceptance before applying saves significant time in your search.

Does full-time CPT as a Highway Maintenance Worker affect my OPT eligibility?

Any full-time CPT, defined as 20 or more hours per week, counts against your OPT eligibility once you accumulate 12 months of it. Many highway maintenance roles run full-time during summer construction seasons. Confirm the weekly hours in your offer letter and review your CPT history with your DSO before accepting a full-time position, particularly if you plan to use OPT after graduation for H-1B cap-gap purposes.

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