CPT Machine Learning Research Jobs

Machine Learning Research CPT positions let F-1 students apply deep learning, model architecture, and experimental design in a setting your DSO can authorize as integral to your degree. Most roles sit inside research labs, AI teams, or PhD-pipeline programs where the work maps directly to your coursework.

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Work Type65% On-site
Top LocationSan Jose, CA
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Skyworks Solutions
AI / ML Winter/Spring Co-Op
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AI / ML Winter/Spring Co-Op
Skyworks Solutions
Irvine, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Data Science
$22 - $47/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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TikTok
ML Infra Engineer Intern
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TikTok
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ML Infra Engineer Intern
TikTok
San Jose, California
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Data Science
$45 - $60/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Truveta
ML PhD Intern
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Truveta
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ML PhD Intern
Truveta
Remote
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Data Science
$45/hr
Remote (US)
Doctorate

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Imc Americas
Hardware Machine Learning PhD Research Internship
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Imc Americas
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Hardware Machine Learning PhD Research Internship
Imc Americas
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Embedded Systems Engineering
$468k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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ALLEN INSTITUTE
Intern - Machine Learning for Neuroscience
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ALLEN INSTITUTE
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Intern - Machine Learning for Neuroscience
ALLEN INSTITUTE
Seattle, Washington
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Data Science
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
$38.00/hr
Hybrid
Master's
51-200

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Machine Learning Research CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Machine Learning Research internship qualify for CPT?

Yes, if the role is integral to your curriculum and listed or approvable under your degree program. Your DSO makes the final call. Roles involving model research, experimental ML design, or applied AI development typically satisfy the integral requirement for students in computer science, data science, or related graduate programs.

Can I do full-time CPT for a Machine Learning Research position without losing STEM OPT?

You can do full-time CPT, but if you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT, you lose your OPT eligibility entirely, including the STEM OPT extension. Part-time CPT, regardless of duration, doesn't affect OPT. Plan your CPT hours carefully if post-graduation STEM OPT matters to your visa strategy.

How do I find Machine Learning Research employers who understand CPT?

Search Migrate Mate for machine learning and AI research roles filtered by employers with LCA filing history. Employers already familiar with visa-sponsored roles tend to process CPT offer letters faster and are less likely to withdraw offers when your DSO asks for supplemental documentation about the position's academic relevance.

What should my CPT offer letter include for a research role?

Your offer letter should specify the research focus, the degree fields that are directly applicable, start and end dates, hours per week, and the name of your supervising researcher or PI. Many DSOs at research-intensive universities also require a description of how the work connects to your current coursework or thesis project before they'll authorize CPT.

Does CPT for Machine Learning Research count toward H-1B specialty occupation?

CPT work authorization itself doesn't directly affect H-1B visa eligibility, but the experience you gain does matter. For a future H-1B petition in machine learning, your employer will need to show the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Strong research documentation from your CPT period supports that specialty occupation argument later.