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Laboratory CPT jobs let F-1 students apply hands-on research and analytical skills directly within their degree program. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the work must tie to a specific course or program requirement. Roles span clinical labs, research institutions, biotech firms, and university core facilities.
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At Veracyte, we offer exciting career opportunities for those interested in joining a pioneering team that is committed to transforming cancer care for patients across the globe. Working at Veracyte enables our employees to not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, but to also learn and grow within a purpose driven environment. This is what we call the Veracyte way – it’s about how we work together, guided by our values, to give clinicians the insights they need to help patients make life-changing decisions.
Our Values:
- We Seek A Better Way: We pursue bold ideas, embrace complexity, and keep pushing forward.
- We Make It Happen: We act with urgency, deliver with excellence, and always find a way.
- We Are Stronger Together: We engage with empathy, align around what's best for Veracyte, and celebrate as one team.
- We Care Deeply: We show up with integrity, kindness, and respect for one another.
The Position:
The schedule is Mon - Fri, 8 AM- 4:30 PM. This is a 3 month summer internship.
Location: San Diego (Onsite)
Pay: $20/hr
The Laboratory Intern functions as a laboratory support team member. The main duties and responsibilities include the following, but not limited to:
- Under direct and constant supervision by a licensed, certified, or senior-level individual, as mandated by local regulations.
- Maintain flexibility, and work as a team player.
- Assist in room and equipment maintenance in accordance with the laboratory’s policies and procedures.
- Prepare labware and help with stocking of laboratory supplies and reagents.
- Assist with sample intake.
- Archive samples by following the specimen storage and retention policies.
- Create aliquots of reagents as needed using the appropriate lab equipment according to established protocols.
- Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems.
- Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations.
- Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer service.
- Perform any other site/lab specific duties as assigned.
Who You Are:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma required
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Exercise good judgment
- Excellent teamwork and collaborations skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Aptitude and interest in laboratory work and orderliness
Physical Requirements
- Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and legs
- Repetitive movement of fingers (typing and/or writing)
- Sitting, with occasional walking, standing, stooping, and moving about
- Exposure to general office and laboratory environment conditions
- Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds
LI-Onsite
What We Can Offer You
Veracyte is a growing company that offers significant career opportunities if you are curious, driven, patient-oriented and aspire to help us build a great company. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce, where diverse backgrounds are represented, engaged, and empowered to drive innovative ideas and decisions. We are thrilled to be recognized as a 2024 Certified™ Great Place to Work® in both the US and Israel - a testament to our dynamic, inclusive, and inspiring workplace where passion meets purpose.
About Veracyte
Veracyte (Nasdaq: VCYT) is a global diagnostics company whose vision is to transform cancer care for patients all over the world. We empower clinicians with the high-value insights they need to guide and assure patients at pivotal moments in the race to diagnose and treat cancer. Our Veracyte Diagnostics Platform delivers high-performing cancer tests that are fueled by broad genomic and clinical data, deep bioinformatic and AI capabilities, and a powerful evidence-generation engine, which ultimately drives durable reimbursement and guideline inclusion for our tests, along with new insights to support continued innovation and pipeline development.
Veracyte, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Veracyte participates in E-Verify in the United States. View our CCPA Disclosure Notice.
If you receive any suspicious alerts or communications through LinkedIn or other online job sites for any position at Veracyte, please exercise caution and promptly report any concerns to careers@veracyte.com.
INTRODUCTION
At Veracyte, we offer exciting career opportunities for those interested in joining a pioneering team that is committed to transforming cancer care for patients across the globe. Working at Veracyte enables our employees to not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, but to also learn and grow within a purpose driven environment. This is what we call the Veracyte way – it’s about how we work together, guided by our values, to give clinicians the insights they need to help patients make life-changing decisions.
Our Values:
- We Seek A Better Way: We pursue bold ideas, embrace complexity, and keep pushing forward.
- We Make It Happen: We act with urgency, deliver with excellence, and always find a way.
- We Are Stronger Together: We engage with empathy, align around what's best for Veracyte, and celebrate as one team.
- We Care Deeply: We show up with integrity, kindness, and respect for one another.
The Position:
The schedule is Mon - Fri, 8 AM- 4:30 PM. This is a 3 month summer internship.
Location: San Diego (Onsite)
Pay: $20/hr
The Laboratory Intern functions as a laboratory support team member. The main duties and responsibilities include the following, but not limited to:
- Under direct and constant supervision by a licensed, certified, or senior-level individual, as mandated by local regulations.
- Maintain flexibility, and work as a team player.
- Assist in room and equipment maintenance in accordance with the laboratory’s policies and procedures.
- Prepare labware and help with stocking of laboratory supplies and reagents.
- Assist with sample intake.
- Archive samples by following the specimen storage and retention policies.
- Create aliquots of reagents as needed using the appropriate lab equipment according to established protocols.
- Perform all duties according to guidelines outlined within the quality systems.
- Compliant with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and regulations.
- Take ownership and accountability of ensuring the highest quality of internal/external customer service.
- Perform any other site/lab specific duties as assigned.
Who You Are:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma required
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Exercise good judgment
- Excellent teamwork and collaborations skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Aptitude and interest in laboratory work and orderliness
Physical Requirements
- Repetitive movement of hands, arms, and legs
- Repetitive movement of fingers (typing and/or writing)
- Sitting, with occasional walking, standing, stooping, and moving about
- Exposure to general office and laboratory environment conditions
- Occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds
LI-Onsite
What We Can Offer You
Veracyte is a growing company that offers significant career opportunities if you are curious, driven, patient-oriented and aspire to help us build a great company. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce, where diverse backgrounds are represented, engaged, and empowered to drive innovative ideas and decisions. We are thrilled to be recognized as a 2024 Certified™ Great Place to Work® in both the US and Israel - a testament to our dynamic, inclusive, and inspiring workplace where passion meets purpose.
About Veracyte
Veracyte (Nasdaq: VCYT) is a global diagnostics company whose vision is to transform cancer care for patients all over the world. We empower clinicians with the high-value insights they need to guide and assure patients at pivotal moments in the race to diagnose and treat cancer. Our Veracyte Diagnostics Platform delivers high-performing cancer tests that are fueled by broad genomic and clinical data, deep bioinformatic and AI capabilities, and a powerful evidence-generation engine, which ultimately drives durable reimbursement and guideline inclusion for our tests, along with new insights to support continued innovation and pipeline development.
Veracyte, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Veracyte participates in E-Verify in the United States. View our CCPA Disclosure Notice.
If you receive any suspicious alerts or communications through LinkedIn or other online job sites for any position at Veracyte, please exercise caution and promptly report any concerns to careers@veracyte.com.
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Get Access To All JobsLaboratory CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do laboratory CPT positions need to be paid to qualify?
CPT can be unpaid, but your school's policy may require paid positions or set minimum hour thresholds. Some research labs offer unpaid volunteer arrangements that qualify academically but don't meet CPT's integral-to-curriculum standard unless tied to course credit. Confirm with your DSO whether unpaid lab work at your institution qualifies before accepting.
Can I do CPT at a university research lab instead of a private employer?
Yes. University core facilities, campus research centers, and affiliated hospital labs all qualify as CPT employers as long as the position is separate from your own academic research assistantship and your DSO authorizes it. Some schools treat on-campus lab work differently, so verify your institution's internal CPT rules before assuming approval.
How do I find laboratory employers who understand CPT authorization?
Search Migrate Mate to identify lab employers with a documented history of hiring F-1 students. Employers already familiar with CPT typically have HR contacts who know how to handle I-20 updates, avoid unlawful start dates, and structure offer letters with the specific details your DSO requires for authorization.
Does full-time CPT in a laboratory affect my OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more eliminates your post-completion OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of duration, does not affect OPT. If your lab position requires 20 or more hours per week, track your cumulative full-time CPT across all semesters carefully and discuss the OPT impact with your DSO before authorizing.
Can I switch laboratory employers mid-semester while on CPT?
CPT authorization is employer-specific. If you change labs or are reassigned to a different legal entity, your DSO must issue a new I-20 with the updated employer information before you begin work there. Starting work at a new lab without updated CPT authorization is a status violation, even if your original CPT dates are still valid.