CPT Laboratory Technician Jobs
Laboratory Technician CPT jobs let F-1 students apply hands-on lab skills, sample preparation, instrument calibration, data analysis, as a direct extension of their science or engineering coursework. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the role must tie explicitly to your enrolled program of study.
Find CPT Laboratory Technician JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 8+ Laboratory Technician jobs
See all Laboratory Technician Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Laboratory Technician roles.
Get Access To All JobsJob Summary
Avient Corporation is seeking a technical intern to work part-time during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters at the corporate headquarters in Avon Lake, OH. This is a paid internship within our polymer lab, with the potential to move into a Summer 2027 internship.
Essential Functions
- The individual will work with a senior scientist to carry out polymer analysis using FT-IR, XRF, thermal analysis, physical property and fire science test methods as needed.
- The individual must be able to perform assigned tasks in accordance with good safety practices.
- Respond to internal and external requests
- Train in other areas of Corporate Technology
- Often work with fellow members of technology team to obtain a complete understanding of the solution to an analysis
- Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
The candidate must be working towards a BS degree in science, engineering, materials science or a related field.
Additional Qualifications
- Must have excellent laboratory skills, i.e. be willing to handle chemicals, equipment, delicate instrumentation, etc. carefully and safely
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and bring projects to completion in a timely fashion
- Must be flexible and versatile in order to handle changing laboratory needs and to serve a variety of functions or technologies as the business demands
- Must have competent PC computer skills, e.g. Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint
- Must be able to effectively communicate one-on-one and in small group situations
- Must have manual dexterity sufficient to use wide variety of standard lab equipment and ability to operate standard office equipment
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world.
Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it’s powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you’re a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you’ll find your place at Avient.
Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough!
We believe that all of our global employees are leaders and that the six most important behaviors for driving our strategy and culture are the same no matter if an employee is a leader of self, a leader of others, or a leader of the business.
By playing to win, acting customer centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring and developing others and yourself you will accelerate your ability to achieve Avient’s strategic goals, to meet our customer needs, and to accomplish your career goals.
At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person’s qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.
Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing, ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com.
Job Summary
Avient Corporation is seeking a technical intern to work part-time during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters at the corporate headquarters in Avon Lake, OH. This is a paid internship within our polymer lab, with the potential to move into a Summer 2027 internship.
Essential Functions
- The individual will work with a senior scientist to carry out polymer analysis using FT-IR, XRF, thermal analysis, physical property and fire science test methods as needed.
- The individual must be able to perform assigned tasks in accordance with good safety practices.
- Respond to internal and external requests
- Train in other areas of Corporate Technology
- Often work with fellow members of technology team to obtain a complete understanding of the solution to an analysis
- Other duties as assigned
Education and Experience
The candidate must be working towards a BS degree in science, engineering, materials science or a related field.
Additional Qualifications
- Must have excellent laboratory skills, i.e. be willing to handle chemicals, equipment, delicate instrumentation, etc. carefully and safely
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and bring projects to completion in a timely fashion
- Must be flexible and versatile in order to handle changing laboratory needs and to serve a variety of functions or technologies as the business demands
- Must have competent PC computer skills, e.g. Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint
- Must be able to effectively communicate one-on-one and in small group situations
- Must have manual dexterity sufficient to use wide variety of standard lab equipment and ability to operate standard office equipment
Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world.
Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it’s powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you’re a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you’ll find your place at Avient.
Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough!
We believe that all of our global employees are leaders and that the six most important behaviors for driving our strategy and culture are the same no matter if an employee is a leader of self, a leader of others, or a leader of the business.
By playing to win, acting customer centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring and developing others and yourself you will accelerate your ability to achieve Avient’s strategic goals, to meet our customer needs, and to accomplish your career goals.
At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person’s qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.
Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing, ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com.
See all CPT Laboratory Technician Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new CPT Laboratory Technician Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsLaboratory Technician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Laboratory Technician role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the position directly relates to your field of study. A biology or chemistry student working in a research or clinical lab typically satisfies the integral-curriculum requirement. The connection must be documented in your CPT request, your DSO evaluates the specific duties listed in the offer letter, not just the job title.
Can I do CPT at a private commercial lab instead of a university research lab?
Yes. CPT is not limited to academic or nonprofit settings. Private labs, pharmaceutical companies, and environmental testing firms all qualify as long as the work ties to your enrolled program and your DSO approves it. Confirm the employer is enrolled in E-Verify, since many require it for F-1 hires regardless of CPT status.
How do I find Laboratory Technician employers who accept CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate to browse lab technician roles filtered for employers with work-authorization filing history. Many postings that accept CPT will note F-1 eligibility directly, but you can also confirm by asking the recruiter whether the employer has hired CPT students in laboratory roles before.
Does part-time CPT in a lab count against my full-time OPT eligibility?
Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, has no effect on your 12-month OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more eliminates your OPT entirely. Track your authorized CPT hours carefully, especially if you hold multiple part-time lab positions across different semesters.
What happens if my lab CPT position ends before the authorized end date on my I-20?
You must stop working immediately when the position ends, even if your I-20 CPT authorization extends further. Notify your DSO so they can update your record in SEVIS. You cannot transfer unused CPT dates to a different employer or lab without a new authorization request and a revised I-20.