CPT Network Administrator Jobs

Network Administrator CPT roles let F-1 students apply classroom networking theory to live infrastructure work, but your DSO must authorize each position as an integral part of your program before you start. Roles covering routing, switching, firewalls, or network security typically align with computer science and IT degree requirements.

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Overview

Open Jobs12+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type75% On-site
Median Salary$67K
Top LocationAllentown, PA
Most JobsBehavioral Health Network, Inc.

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Independence Blue Cross
College Co-op: Provider Network Services
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College Co-op: Provider Network Services
Independence Blue Cross
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Data Science & Analytics
Healthcare Administration
Data Science
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Nextracker Inc.
Network Engineering Intern
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Nextracker Inc.
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Network Engineering Intern
Nextracker Inc.
Nashville, Tennessee
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Network Engineering
IT Support
Not listed
On-Site
Associate's

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Extreme Networks
Lab Network Engineer Intern
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Extreme Networks
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Lab Network Engineer Intern
Extreme Networks
Raleigh, North Carolina
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
IT Support
Network Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Arm
Intern Network Performance Engineer
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Arm
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Intern Network Performance Engineer
Arm
Austin, Texas
Software Engineering
IT Support & Systems Administration
Data Science & Analytics
Network Engineering
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Network Development Engineer Intern
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Amazon Web Services (AWS)
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Network Development Engineer Intern
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Cupertino, California
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cloud & DevOps
Network Engineering
Cloud Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Network Administrator CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Network Administrator role qualify for CPT authorization?

Yes, as long as the work is directly tied to your degree program and your DSO confirms the curriculum connection. Network Administrator positions covering routing protocols, firewall management, or network security typically align with computer science, information systems, or IT degree requirements. Your school, not USCIS, makes the final determination on whether the role qualifies.

Can I do CPT as a Network Administrator at a remote-first company?

Remote CPT is permitted, but your I-20 must reflect the employer's physical address as the authorized worksite. Some DSOs also require periodic check-ins or supervisor reports to verify the work is ongoing. Confirm your school's remote CPT policy before accepting a fully remote offer, because requirements vary by institution.

How do I find Network Administrator roles where employers already understand CPT?

Migrate Mate surfaces Network Administrator positions from employers with documented LCA filing history, which signals familiarity with work authorization processes. Targeting these employers reduces the time spent educating HR about CPT documentation and lowers the risk of an offer falling through over work authorization confusion.

Will using 12 months of CPT affect my OPT eligibility?

Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, including the STEM OPT extension. Part-time CPT, regardless of duration, does not affect OPT. If you plan to use OPT after graduation for continued Network Administrator work, track your full-time CPT hours carefully and discuss the cumulative total with your DSO each semester.

What should I submit to my DSO to get CPT approved for a Network Administrator position?

Most DSOs require the signed offer letter, the full job description, and a written explanation of how the role connects to your degree coursework. For Network Administrator roles, highlight specific technical duties like configuring network infrastructure or managing security systems and map them to course names and learning objectives from your transcript or program catalog.