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Human Resources Specialist jobs on CPT put you inside the HRIS systems, compliance workflows, and recruiting pipelines that employers use daily. Your DSO must authorize the role as integral to your HR, business, or organizational behavior curriculum before your first day, and each CPT authorization ties to a specific employer and end date.
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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.
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 JobsHuman Resources Specialist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Human Resources Specialist role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your degree program includes coursework in human resources management, organizational behavior, or a related field and your school considers the work integral to your curriculum. Your DSO makes the final call. Roles focused on HR operations, talent acquisition, compensation analysis, or employee relations typically satisfy the curricular connection requirement at most programs.
Can I do CPT at an HR consulting firm or staffing agency?
CPT is tied to a specific employer and work location, so placement through a staffing agency creates complications. If the staffing agency is your employer of record but you work on-site at a client company, your DSO needs to authorize the staffing agency, not the client. Some schools decline to authorize CPT arrangements where the actual day-to-day supervisor is at a third-party site. Confirm your school's policy before accepting this type of placement.
How do I find HR Specialist employers who are likely to sponsor me after CPT?
Search Migrate Mate to see which employers have filed Labor Condition Applications for HR-related roles. LCA history for HR Specialist or HR Generalist positions indicates the employer has already navigated the specialty occupation determination and prevailing wage process, making future H-1B visa sponsorship more straightforward. Employers with no LCA history for HR titles may not have a clear internal path for sponsorship.
Does full-time CPT as an HR Specialist affect my OPT eligibility?
Twelve months or more of full-time CPT uses up your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, does not count against OPT. If your HR Specialist role runs longer than 12 months at full-time hours, plan your curriculum timeline carefully with your DSO before accepting the position.
What happens if my HR Specialist job duties change after CPT is authorized?
Your CPT authorization is specific to the role and responsibilities your DSO reviewed. If your employer significantly changes your duties, such as moving you from recruitment to payroll administration, you may need a new CPT authorization before performing those tasks. Notify your DSO as soon as your role scope shifts to avoid an unauthorized employment finding, which can jeopardize your F-1 status.