CPT Operations Jobs

Operations roles cover supply chain coordination, process improvement, and logistics management, all fields where hands-on CPT work directly maps to coursework in business, industrial engineering, or systems management. Your DSO must authorize each CPT position individually, and the work must be an integral part of your degree program, not just adjacent to it.

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Open Jobs322+
Work Type93% On-site
Top LocationSan Jose, CA
Most JobsCHS Inc.

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Construction Management / Operations Co-op
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Construction Management / Operations Co-op
Triversity Construction
Cincinnati, Ohio
Construction Management
Construction
Construction Labor
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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Marketing Operations Intern
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Marketing Operations Intern
Power Digital Marketing
Remote
Marketing
Customer Service & Support
Remote (US)
None

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Prediction Markets Operations Intern
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Prediction Markets Operations Intern
Gemini
New York City Metropolitan Area
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Customer Support
$40/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Co-op, Neuropsychiatry Strategy & Operations
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Co-op, Neuropsychiatry Strategy & Operations
Biogen
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Strategy & Corporate Development
Project & Program Management
Business Strategy
$57.00 - $57.00/hr
On-Site
Master's
5,001-10,000

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Safety & Operations Project Intern
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Safety & Operations Project Intern
TikTok
San Jose, California
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Compliance & Legal
Project Management
Customer Support
Compliance & Risk
$25 - $25/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Operations CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Do all Operations roles qualify for CPT authorization?

Not automatically. CPT requires the work to be an integral part of your curriculum, so your DSO evaluates each role individually. A supply chain analyst position tied to a logistics management course typically qualifies. A general administrative operations role with no clear curricular link may not. The job duties in your offer letter, not just the title, determine eligibility.

Can I do full-time CPT in an Operations role without losing OPT eligibility?

Full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. If you're planning to use OPT after graduation, keep any full-time CPT under 12 cumulative months. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, doesn't count toward that limit regardless of duration, so structure your operations internship accordingly if OPT matters to your post-graduation plan.

What documentation does an Operations employer need from me for CPT?

Your employer needs a copy of your updated I-20 showing CPT authorization for the specific employer, start date, and end date. Some operations employers, particularly those with HR compliance teams, also request your SEVIS ID and a letter from your DSO confirming enrollment status. E-Verify enrolled employers will run an I-9 verification on day one, your I-20 and passport satisfy that requirement.

How do I find Operations employers who are comfortable hiring CPT students?

Employers with a history of filing Labor Condition Applications through DOL are generally more experienced with work authorization processes and more likely to understand CPT. Migrate Mate filters operations job listings by employers with active LCA filing history, so you can focus your applications on companies already familiar with F-1 work authorization rather than spending time educating recruiters from scratch.

Can I switch Operations employers mid-semester while on CPT?

No. CPT authorization is employer-specific and tied to the exact employer name on your I-20. If you switch employers, your current CPT authorization becomes invalid immediately, and you must apply for a new CPT authorization from your DSO before starting with the new company. Working for an unapproved employer, even briefly, is unauthorized employment and carries serious immigration consequences.