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HR Director roles on CPT let you lead compensation strategy, workforce planning, and organizational development as a direct extension of your graduate coursework. Your DSO must document how the position integrates with your degree program before you start, and part-time CPT must stay within 20 hours per week during the academic term.
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HR Intern (Talent Acquisition Focus)
Location: Boston, MA (On-site)
Duration: 6 months
Position Overview
We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented HR Intern to join our North American HR team. This role will primarily support our recruitment life cycle, helping us identify and engage top-tier talent in the biotechnology and technology sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in high-growth executive search and global HR operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Sourcing & Research: Assist recruiters in identifying potential candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, Job Boards, and niche professional networks.
- Interview Coordination: Schedule high-volume interviews across multiple time zones, ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and hiring managers.
- Candidate Engagement: Conduct initial resume screenings and outreach to passive candidates to gauge interest and qualification.
- ATS Management: Maintain and update our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure data integrity and compliance.
- Employer Branding: Assist in creating content for social media (LinkedIn/WeChat) to promote our company culture and open roles.
- Administrative Support: Help with background check initiations, offer letter preparation, and onboarding logistics for new hires.
Qualifications
- Education: Current student (Junior/Senior) or recent graduate in HR, Psychology, Business, or a related field.
Skills
- Recruitment Tools: Familiarity with Recruitment tools and AI agents
- Compliance: Basic understanding of U.S. employment laws (EEO, Massachusetts-specific labor regulations) and data privacy standards.
- Bilingual Capability: Native or professional fluency in English is required. Proficiency in Mandarin is a significant advantage for global coordination.
- Communication: Ability to communicate with "warmth and professionalism," maintaining a high standard of candidate care even during rejections.
- Detail-Oriented: Exceptional organizational skills with a "zero-error" mindset when handling offer letters and sensitive documentation.
- Adaptability: A proactive "can-do" attitude with the ability to pivot quickly in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Discretion: Proven ability to handle confidential information with the utmost integrity.
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Get Access To All JobsHR Director CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does CPT work authorization cover strategic HR Director duties, or only entry-level HR tasks?
CPT authorization is tied to the scope your DSO approves, not the job title itself. If your program covers strategic workforce management, compensation design, and organizational development, your DSO can authorize a CPT position that includes those director-level responsibilities. The key is demonstrating in writing that the duties directly support your current curriculum, not that they match an entry-level profile.
Can I work as an HR Director on part-time CPT during the academic semester?
Yes. Part-time CPT is capped at 20 hours per week while classes are in session, and your DSO must authorize the specific position before your start date. HR Director roles with part-time hours are less common, but some employers structure them as consulting or project-based engagements that fit within the 20-hour limit. Confirm the arrangement in writing before your DSO files the CPT authorization.
How do I find HR Director roles where the employer already understands CPT authorization?
Search Migrate Mate for HR Director openings and filter by employers with established LCA or H-1B visa filing history. These companies have already navigated work authorization paperwork before, which means less time spent explaining CPT to a recruiter who has never encountered it. Prioritizing this subset of employers significantly shortens the offer timeline.
Does 12 months of full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility after graduation?
Yes. If you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT, you lose your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of total duration, does not count toward that threshold. If you're planning to use OPT for H-1B transition after your HR Director CPT role ends, track your full-time CPT hours carefully and discuss the running total with your DSO before each authorization.
What documents does an employer need to provide to support my CPT authorization for an HR Director position?
Your employer typically needs to supply an offer letter that specifies job title, duties, start and end dates, hours per week, and work location. Your DSO may also request a brief description of how the role connects to your program of study. Some schools require a formal training agreement signed by both parties. Collect all of these before your authorization request, since missing documents are the most common reason DSO approval is delayed.