CPT Medical Laboratory Technician Jobs

Medical Laboratory Technician CPT roles place you in clinical or research labs performing specimen analysis, quality control, and diagnostic testing, work that must directly tie to your MLT or clinical laboratory science program. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the role must appear in your curriculum plan.

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Open Jobs36+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type97% On-site
Median Salary$24K
Top LocationRedmond, WA
Most JobsMicrosoft

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Stormont Vail Health
Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern
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Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern
Stormont Vail Health
Topeka, Kansas
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Laboratory Science
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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University of Michigan Health-Sparrow
MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST
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University of Michigan Health-Sparrow
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MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow
Lansing, Michigan
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
On-Site
Bachelor's

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BeOne Medicines
Summer Internship: Clinical Biomarker Laboratory Intern (Onsite San Carlos, CA)
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Summer Internship: Clinical Biomarker Laboratory Intern (Onsite San Carlos, CA)
BeOne Medicines
San Carlos
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Clinical Trials
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On-Site
Bachelor's

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Microsoft
Research Intern - Medical Image Reconstruction
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Microsoft
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Research Intern - Medical Image Reconstruction
Microsoft
Redmond, Washington
Laboratory Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
$6,710/mo - $14,360/mo
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Rush University Medical Center
Research Intern
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Rush University Medical Center
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Research Intern
Rush University Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
Laboratory Research
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Clinical Trials
$17/hr - $25/hr
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Medical Laboratory Technician CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Medical Laboratory Technician role qualify for CPT?

Yes, if the position directly relates to your enrolled program, such as an MLT, clinical laboratory science, or allied health degree. The work must be an integral part of your curriculum, meaning your DSO must be able to document how the lab duties connect to specific coursework or program requirements. Generic lab assistant roles that don't align with your degree field won't qualify.

Can I do full-time CPT as an MLT student without affecting OPT?

You can, but full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Most F-1 students in MLT programs use part-time CPT during the academic year and reserve full-time CPT for a single summer semester to stay under that threshold. Talk to your DSO before accepting a full-time offer so you understand the long-term trade-off.

How do I find Medical Laboratory Technician employers who hire CPT students?

Search Migrate Mate for Medical Laboratory Technician roles and filter by employers with F-1 hiring history. Hospital systems, reference laboratories, and public health labs are the most common CPT sponsors in this field. Target employers that have filed Labor Condition Applications for laboratory roles in the past, since that history signals familiarity with international work authorization requirements.

What documents does my employer need to process my CPT onboarding?

Your employer needs your I-20 with the CPT authorization page listing their specific company name, your F-1 visa, your passport, and your I-94 arrival record. The I-20 must be endorsed before your first day of work, and the employer name on the CPT authorization must exactly match the legal entity name on your offer letter. Any mismatch can delay your E-Verify completion.

Does CPT as a Medical Laboratory Technician count toward future H-1B eligibility?

CPT work experience counts as qualifying employment history for an H-1B visa petition. If your MLT role involves duties that meet the specialty occupation standard, your employer can later file an H-1B on your behalf using that experience. The O*NET profile for Medical Laboratory Technicians classifies the occupation at Job Zone 3, so you'll need to confirm the specific degree requirement with a prospective H-1B employer and USCIS guidance.