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Intern roles are among the most CPT-eligible positions available to F-1 students, but your DSO must certify the work is directly tied to your degree program before you start. Positions that blend real project responsibility with curriculum-aligned learning carry the strongest authorization cases.
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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Engineering Services (SEL - ES) seeks a professional, innovative, and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Project Coordinator Intern in our King of Prussia, PA office. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to work part time during the school year and full time during the summer. If you are an enthusiastic team player, we invite you to apply now!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Project Coordinator Intern, a typical day might include the following:
- Provide administrative support to the division and project teams through review and response of incoming requests via a shared email inbox.
- Provide support to project teams including maintaining project files, creating and maintaining reports.
- Manage simultaneous, small projects as assigned.
- Provide support for large projects.
- Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
- Understand. Create. Simplify.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
This job might be for you if:
- Proven Expertise in Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to learn and communicate technical information.
- Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Background check results satisfactory to SEL.
- Negative drug test result(s).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It is a plus if you have:
- Knowledge of Lotus Notes.
- Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint.
- Knowledge of Agile project management skills, techniques, and terminology.
- Knowledge of project management skills, techniques, and terminology.
ABOUT OUR TEAM
The Engineering Services Operations team supports the SEL Engineering Services division globally. Our team collaborates with our internal customers to supervise, design and implement programs and processes that ensure successful project delivery and support the division’s mission to invent, develop and deploy advanced power system solutions.
ABOUT SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING LABORATORIES
SEL designs, manufactures, and supports products and systems that protect, monitor, control, and automate electric power systems. Our technologies help detect faults, prevent equipment damage, and reduce the impact of power outages.
Our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Employees contribute to practical, high-quality solutions used every day, where attention to detail and quality directly support the reliability of the electric grid.
LOCATION
This position is located in King of Prussia, PA, a vibrant suburb just outside Philadelphia. Enjoy premier shopping, diverse dining, professional sports, and cultural attractions throughout the region. With excellent schools, nearby universities, and convenient access to parks and outdoor recreation, King of Prussia offers an exceptional place to live and work.
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range Data - $20.50 - $22.00 per hour.
Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk to your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support our interns.
- School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year.
- We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation.
- We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation.
- Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.
COMMUNICATION WITH APPLICANTS
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
INTRODUCTION
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Engineering Services (SEL - ES) seeks a professional, innovative, and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Project Coordinator Intern in our King of Prussia, PA office. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to work part time during the school year and full time during the summer. If you are an enthusiastic team player, we invite you to apply now!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Project Coordinator Intern, a typical day might include the following:
- Provide administrative support to the division and project teams through review and response of incoming requests via a shared email inbox.
- Provide support to project teams including maintaining project files, creating and maintaining reports.
- Manage simultaneous, small projects as assigned.
- Provide support for large projects.
- Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
- Understand. Create. Simplify.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
This job might be for you if:
- Proven Expertise in Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to learn and communicate technical information.
- Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
- Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Background check results satisfactory to SEL.
- Negative drug test result(s).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It is a plus if you have:
- Knowledge of Lotus Notes.
- Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint.
- Knowledge of Agile project management skills, techniques, and terminology.
- Knowledge of project management skills, techniques, and terminology.
ABOUT OUR TEAM
The Engineering Services Operations team supports the SEL Engineering Services division globally. Our team collaborates with our internal customers to supervise, design and implement programs and processes that ensure successful project delivery and support the division’s mission to invent, develop and deploy advanced power system solutions.
ABOUT SCHWEITZER ENGINEERING LABORATORIES
SEL designs, manufactures, and supports products and systems that protect, monitor, control, and automate electric power systems. Our technologies help detect faults, prevent equipment damage, and reduce the impact of power outages.
Our mission is to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. Employees contribute to practical, high-quality solutions used every day, where attention to detail and quality directly support the reliability of the electric grid.
LOCATION
This position is located in King of Prussia, PA, a vibrant suburb just outside Philadelphia. Enjoy premier shopping, diverse dining, professional sports, and cultural attractions throughout the region. With excellent schools, nearby universities, and convenient access to parks and outdoor recreation, King of Prussia offers an exceptional place to live and work.
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range Data - $20.50 - $22.00 per hour.
Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk to your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support our interns.
- School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year.
- We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation.
- We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation.
- Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.
COMMUNICATION WITH APPLICANTS
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
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Get Access To All JobsIntern CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does every intern position qualify for CPT authorization?
Not automatically. Your DSO authorizes CPT only if the intern role is an integral part of your established curriculum, which typically means the work appears in your program's course catalog as a practicum, co-op, or required experiential component. Roles that are loosely related to your field but not tied to a specific course or program requirement often don't clear that threshold, and your school sets the final standard, not USCIS.
Can I do a remote internship on CPT?
Yes, remote intern roles are eligible for CPT, but the employer's physical address, not your home location, determines the CPT authorization site listed on your I-20. If the company later asks you to work from a different location than what was authorized, you need a new CPT authorization from your DSO before that change takes effect. Confirm the work location in your offer letter before submitting your CPT request.
How do I find intern employers who understand CPT?
Search Migrate Mate for intern openings filtered by employers with F-1 authorization experience. Companies that have hired CPT students before are less likely to rescind offers over documentation confusion or request forms that don't apply to your situation. Targeting those employers at the outset cuts down on recruiter education time and accelerates your start date.
What happens to my CPT if my internship gets extended?
Each CPT authorization covers a specific employer, location, and date range as printed on your I-20. If your internship is extended beyond that end date, you must request a new or updated CPT authorization from your DSO before continuing to work. Working even a single day past your authorized end date without a new I-20 is a status violation, regardless of how the extension was presented by your employer.
Does a paid internship affect my CPT authorization differently than an unpaid one?
Compensation doesn't change the CPT eligibility standard. Both paid and unpaid intern roles must meet the same curricular integration requirement your DSO and school policy define. What does matter is the wage rate if your employer files an LCA for a related visa later, since DOL prevailing wage rules apply to formal work authorization filings. For CPT itself, focus on the curricular link, not whether the position is compensated.