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Learning Specialist CPT jobs let F-1 students apply instructional design, tutoring coordination, and curriculum development skills in authorized work settings. Your DSO must document how the role connects directly to your degree program before you start, and CPT authorization is position-specific, so each new role requires a separate I-20 update.
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Location: Framingham, Massachusetts, United States of America
Category: Engineering
Job ID: R29274
Brand: Bose Corporation, U.S.A
Posted Date: October 12th 2026
widget: Full time
Description
At Bose Corporation, we believe sound is the most powerful force on earth — and for over 60 years, we have been a company built on innovation, excellence, and independence. Privately owned, fiercely customer-focused, and driven by our values, we continue to lead industries and transform lives through sound.
Today, Bose Corporation is entering an exciting new era. Across multiple global Business Units and Global Functions, we are shaping the future of audio technology, automotive, luxury, and premium experiences. We invite you to join us in this transformation.
Job Description
Candidates must be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) from January 11 - June 25, 2027. No relocation assistance is available.
THE ROLE
The goal of the Audio Machine Learning Research team is to develop novel AI-powered audio processing algorithms. The twist is that our algorithms must run in real-time, on physical devices, for applications such as voice pickup, hearing augmentation and ones we haven't even thought of yet. As part of the team, you will work with experts in machine learning (ML), digital signal processing (DSP), software engineering and psychoacoustics to prototype and implement new algorithms.
Bose has a strong history of combining creative thinking with cutting-edge technology in the audio domain. We are looking for candidates passionate about machine learning and audio to help us shape the next chapter in the future of Bose!
Responsibilities:
- Most of your time will be devoted to prototyping, implementing and evaluating ML algorithms, curating and developing internal resources, and presenting your findings.
- You will integrate your novel solutions into existing systems and platforms to showcase new (proof of concept) solutions.
- You will be able to contribute to projects, which will be shipped to Bose customers, apply for patents, and/or submit papers to top-tier AI and signal processing conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICASSP, Interpeech, etc.).
Education:
- Pursuing or recently finished a graduate-level degree in ML, Computer Science, Music Technology or a related field.
Skills:
- Practical knowledge of Applied audio ML (TensorFlow/PyTorch, TFLite/ONNX is a plus) and Audio DSP (Python, Matlab and/or C/C++).
- Hands-on experience in at least one of the following research topics: Audio source separation, Speech enhancement, Microphone array signal processing, Tiny ML, Generative audio modelling.
- Familiarity with methods for spatial sound synthesis and/or room acoustics simulation/analysis is a plus.
- Strong communication skills. You will be presenting your work to a large interdisciplinary community.
At Bose, you're inspired to be and do your best and are rewarded for your unique talents! Our compensation is thoughtfully tailored to your skills, experience, education, and location, and goes beyond base salary. The hiring range for this position in the primary work location of Framingham, Massachusetts is: $40.00 - $51.25 per hour. The hiring range for other Bose work locations may vary.
In addition to competitive base pay we offer rewards including bonus programs, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, plus exclusive perks designed to support your wellbeing, and a generous employee discount where you can immerse yourself in our products and experiences. We are a proudly independent company—driven by purpose, guided by our values, and united by a belief in the power of sound. As the world leader in audio experiences, we’re creating what’s next—pushing boundaries and delivering transformative sound experiences for people everywhere. Join us and make your next career move a mic-drop. Let’s Make Waves.
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Get Access To All JobsLearning Specialist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Learning Specialist job qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the role directly integrates with your enrolled degree program. Learning Specialist positions in instructional design, academic coaching, curriculum development, or educational technology commonly satisfy CPT's curricular relevance requirement. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring documentation showing how the specific duties connect to your coursework, not just your general field of study.
Can I work as a Learning Specialist at a K-12 school on CPT?
Yes. K-12 schools, tutoring centers, and district-level curriculum offices regularly supervise CPT students in Learning Specialist roles. The key is that your position description must align with your academic program, and the employer needs to be willing to coordinate with your DSO on the I-20 authorization before your start date. Public school systems sometimes move slowly on paperwork, so build in extra lead time.
How do I find Learning Specialist employers who are open to CPT students?
Search for Learning Specialist roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented Labor Condition Application filing history in education and training occupations. Employers who have previously filed LCAs for similar roles are more likely to understand CPT work authorization and the I-20 amendment process than those hiring international students for the first time.
Does CPT for a Learning Specialist role count against my OPT eligibility?
It depends on how much full-time CPT you use. If you complete 12 months or more of full-time CPT, you lose OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours or fewer per week, does not reduce your OPT. If you're weighing a full-time CPT opportunity against preserving 12 months of post-graduation OPT, discuss the tradeoff with your DSO before accepting.
What happens if my Learning Specialist CPT role changes job duties mid-semester?
A material change in duties, location, or employer requires a new CPT authorization on a revised I-20 before you continue working in the updated capacity. Working outside the scope of your current CPT authorization puts your F-1 status at risk. Notify your DSO as soon as you learn about the change, and don't assume the original I-20 covers the new responsibilities.