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Office Administrator CPT positions let F-1 students apply coursework in business operations, records management, and organizational coordination directly in a real workplace. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the role's duties must tie back to your degree program, so document that connection clearly from day one.
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Professional Golf Management (PGM) program in the Department of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management, College of Health and Human Development seeks to hire a part-time student assistant.
Duties include:
- Meet and greet students and visiting families, welcome new students and collect contact information in the PGM Office (7th floor, Ford Building)
- Create and monitor the new student mentor program
- Represent the student society executive board while meeting with PGM Faculty
- Create social events for new students throughout the semester to welcome them to campus
- Other duties as assigned
Remote work is not an option for this position.
Compensation: $14/hr
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Get Access To All JobsOffice Administrator CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an office administrator role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if your school's program includes coursework in business administration, operations management, or organizational communications. The key requirement is that your DSO can draw a direct line between the job duties and your current curriculum. General clerical work alone may not qualify if your degree program is narrowly focused on a technical field unrelated to office operations.
Can I work part-time as an office administrator on CPT while taking classes?
Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week by USCIS, is the standard for students who are still enrolled full-time. Many office administrator roles offer part-time or flexible schedules that fit this requirement. Your I-20 will specify whether your CPT is part-time or full-time, and you must stay within those authorized hours without exception.
How do I find office administrator employers who understand CPT?
Search for office administrator openings on Migrate Mate, where employer work authorization history is surfaced so you can identify companies familiar with F-1 employment requirements. Employers in industries like higher education, healthcare administration, and nonprofit management tend to have established processes for onboarding CPT students into administrative roles.
Does full-time CPT as an office administrator affect my OPT eligibility?
Twelve months or more of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, per USCIS rules. Part-time CPT, regardless of how long it runs, does not affect OPT. If you're considering a full-time office administrator CPT role lasting a year or longer, factor in the OPT trade-off before accepting, since OPT is often the bridge to H-1B visa sponsorship.
What documentation does the employer need to hire me on CPT?
Your employer needs a copy of your valid I-20 with the CPT authorization endorsed on page two, your I-94 arrival record showing valid F-1 status, and your passport. CPT authorization is employer-specific, so your I-20 will list that employer by name. You cannot start work before your CPT start date, even if onboarding paperwork is already signed.