CPT Operations Intern Jobs

Operations Intern roles cover supply chain coordination, process improvement, and logistics support, all areas that map directly to business, industrial engineering, and management curricula. CPT authorization requires your DSO to confirm the role is integral to your program, so line up your job offer before requesting CPT on your I-20.

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Open Jobs381+
Work Type92% On-site
Top LocationSan Jose, CA
Most JobsCHS Inc.

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Nsight
IT Operations Intern
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Nsight
New 5h ago
IT Operations Intern
Nsight
Green Bay, Wisconsin
IT Support & Systems Administration
Customer Service & Support
IT Support
Customer Service
On-Site
Associate's
11-50

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Xcel Energy
Operations Technology Intern
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Xcel Energy
New 15h ago
Operations Technology Intern
Xcel Energy
Golden, Colorado
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
IT Support & Systems Administration
Compliance & Risk
IT Support
$20 - $22/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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CHS Inc.
Agronomy Operations Intern
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CHS Inc.
New 18h ago
Agronomy Operations Intern
CHS Inc.
Lake Park, Minnesota
$15 - $21/hr
On-Site
Associate's
5,001-10,000

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GreenStone Farm Credit Services
Credit Analysis & Operations Intern
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GreenStone Farm Credit Services
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Credit Analysis & Operations Intern
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
$20/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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AutoZone
Store Operations Intern
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AutoZone
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Store Operations Intern
AutoZone
Memphis, Tennessee
Business Operations
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Operations Intern CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Operations Intern role qualify for CPT authorization?

It depends on your program of study, not the job title alone. Operations intern duties involving process analysis, logistics coordination, or supply chain management typically align with business administration, industrial engineering, or operations management curricula. Your DSO makes the final determination by comparing your offer letter's listed responsibilities against your enrolled courses and program requirements.

Can I work as an Operations Intern before my DSO updates my I-20?

No. CPT authorization must be reflected on your I-20 before your first day of work. Working even one day without an authorized I-20 is a status violation under F-1 regulations, regardless of whether your employer has already onboarded you or your offer letter has been signed. Submit your CPT request to your DSO well in advance of your intended start date.

How do I find operations intern employers who regularly hire F-1 students on CPT?

Migrate Mate is built for exactly this search. You can browse operations intern postings filtered by employers with international student hiring history, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with CPT. Focusing on larger firms in logistics, consulting, or manufacturing also helps, since these sectors tend to have established onboarding processes for F-1 students.

Does full-time CPT as an Operations Intern affect my OPT eligibility?

Yes, and this is a rule many students miss. If you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT, defined as 20 or more hours per week, you lose your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT at under 20 hours per week does not affect OPT no matter how many months you accumulate. Confirm your weekly hours in writing before accepting any internship offer.

What documentation does an employer need to hire me as an Operations Intern on CPT?

The employer needs your CPT-authorized I-20 and a completed Form I-9, verified through E-Verify if the employer is enrolled. Unlike OPT, CPT does not require an EAD card, so your I-20 is the primary document. Some employers also request a letter from your DSO confirming the CPT dates and the specific role that was approved, so ask your DSO for one proactively.