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Lab Associate jobs on CPT put you in research, quality control, or clinical testing environments where your coursework directly maps to the work authorization your DSO signs off on. Your CPT must be integral to your degree program, so the lab tasks you perform need to align with your major's learning objectives.
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Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2020, Continental generated sales of €37.7 billion and currently employs more than 192,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. The ContiTech business area focuses on smart and sustainable solutions beyond rubber and develops digital and intelligent solutions in future-oriented sectors. In doing so, ContiTech draws on its long-standing knowledge of the industry and materials to open up new business opportunities by combining various materials with electronic components and individual services. The products, systems and solutions developed by ContiTech are used both in the automotive industry as well as in railway engineering, machine and plant construction, mining, agriculture and other important sectors of the future.
Job Description
Development Coop position will work in the quality lab and perform tests on conveyor belts and their components in support of continuous improvement and R&D work. The position will report directly to the lab manager and take direction on priorities from this position. Work will primarily be in the lab environment but will require interaction with the CBG manufacturing facilities to obtain samples, MDRs, raw materials, and any other items that are necessary to perform the requested tests.
Experience working around lab and manufacturing equipment preferred but not required. Ability to learn the detailed operation of various pieces of test equipment a must. In addition, must be detailed oriented in order to perform the tests with knowledge and record the results with accuracy. Detailed training will be provided for the specific tests that are required to be performed.
There is a portion of the job that requires the manufacturing of samples to work in the various lab test equipment. The qualified person must be able to use knives and other tools safely while completing this work.
Efficiency and accuracy in running the various tests will be required to satisfactorily perform the job.
Qualifications
Completion of 2nd year of college/university courses by Summer semester working towards BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree.
• 3.0 GPA
• Computer skills in Word and Excel.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week in the summer and a minimum of 10 hours per week during the school year.
Additional Information
EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.
EEO-Statement:
EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.
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Company Description
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2020, Continental generated sales of €37.7 billion and currently employs more than 192,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. The ContiTech business area focuses on smart and sustainable solutions beyond rubber and develops digital and intelligent solutions in future-oriented sectors. In doing so, ContiTech draws on its long-standing knowledge of the industry and materials to open up new business opportunities by combining various materials with electronic components and individual services. The products, systems and solutions developed by ContiTech are used both in the automotive industry as well as in railway engineering, machine and plant construction, mining, agriculture and other important sectors of the future.
Job Description
Development Coop position will work in the quality lab and perform tests on conveyor belts and their components in support of continuous improvement and R&D work. The position will report directly to the lab manager and take direction on priorities from this position. Work will primarily be in the lab environment but will require interaction with the CBG manufacturing facilities to obtain samples, MDRs, raw materials, and any other items that are necessary to perform the requested tests.
Experience working around lab and manufacturing equipment preferred but not required. Ability to learn the detailed operation of various pieces of test equipment a must. In addition, must be detailed oriented in order to perform the tests with knowledge and record the results with accuracy. Detailed training will be provided for the specific tests that are required to be performed.
There is a portion of the job that requires the manufacturing of samples to work in the various lab test equipment. The qualified person must be able to use knives and other tools safely while completing this work.
Efficiency and accuracy in running the various tests will be required to satisfactorily perform the job.
Qualifications
Completion of 2nd year of college/university courses by Summer semester working towards BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree.
• 3.0 GPA
• Computer skills in Word and Excel.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week in the summer and a minimum of 10 hours per week during the school year.
Additional Information
EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.
EEO-Statement:
EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.
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Get Access To All JobsLab Associate CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Lab Associate role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the work is an integral part of your curriculum and your academic program requires or offers credit for it. Lab Associate duties involving specimen processing, data collection, or quality assurance typically map clearly to life sciences, chemistry, or biomedical engineering programs. Your DSO makes the final determination based on your department's curriculum integration documentation.
Can I work as a Lab Associate on CPT without a formal internship course?
It depends on your school's CPT policy. Some programs authorize CPT through an internship-for-credit course, while others allow it as an integral curricular requirement without a separate credit. You need your academic advisor to confirm the lab work satisfies a program requirement before your DSO can authorize the CPT on your I-20.
How do I find Lab Associate employers who have hired F-1 CPT students before?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified DOL filing history, which is a strong indicator that a research institution or biotech employer understands international student work authorization. Filtering by employers with LCA history narrows your search to labs already familiar with the CPT and OPT authorization process.
What happens to my CPT authorization if my Lab Associate job duties change mid-term?
If your employer reassigns you to a different lab function or department not covered by your current I-20 CPT authorization, you need a new DSO authorization before those duties begin. Working outside the scope of your authorized CPT is a status violation. Notify your DSO immediately if your role shifts significantly and get your I-20 updated.
Does CPT as a Lab Associate affect my chances of H-1B sponsorship later?
CPT itself doesn't affect H-1B visa eligibility, but the employer relationship you build matters. Lab Associate roles at research universities, pharmaceutical companies, and diagnostics firms are common H-1B sponsors because the work clearly meets the specialty occupation definition. USCIS evaluates the role at the time of the H-1B visa petition, not your CPT history.