CPT Operations Specialist Jobs

Operations Specialist roles fit CPT when your degree program includes coursework in supply chain management, process improvement, logistics, or organizational systems, and your DSO can document the direct curricular connection. Many programs in business, industrial engineering, and operations management treat this role as a core practical training placement.

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Open Jobs311+
Work Type93% On-site
Top LocationSan Jose, CA
Most JobsCHS Inc.

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Summer Internship Cyber Ops
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Summer Internship Cyber Ops
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
Miramar, Florida
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
Data Science & Analytics
Technical Product & Program Management
Data Science
Technical Program Management
$25/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Operations Specialist Intern
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Operations Specialist Intern
CHS Inc.
Circle, Montana
Customer Service & Support
Business Operations
$15 - $21/hr
On-Site
Associate's
5,001-10,000

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Intern - Engineering Tech Ops
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Intern - Engineering Tech Ops
Energy Transfer
Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Platform User Operations Specialist Intern
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Platform User Operations Specialist Intern
TikTok
San Jose, California
Customer Service & Support
Business Operations
Customer Support
$25 - $25/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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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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Operations Specialist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Operations Specialist role qualify for CPT authorization?

It depends on whether your degree program has a documented curricular connection to the work. Programs in business administration, industrial engineering, supply chain management, and operations management typically qualify. Your DSO evaluates whether the job duties align with your enrolled coursework, so bring the job description to your DSO meeting and map specific duties to course titles before requesting authorization.

Can I do part-time CPT as an Operations Specialist while finishing my degree?

Yes. Part-time CPT is defined as 20 hours or fewer per week and doesn't affect your OPT eligibility, regardless of how many semesters you use it. Full-time CPT, which is more than 20 hours per week, does count against OPT if used for 12 or more months. Many employers structure Operations Specialist CPT roles as part-time during the academic semester and full-time during summer to avoid this limit.

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

Your employer doesn't file anything with USCIS for CPT; the authorization happens entirely through your school. You'll typically need to provide your employer with a copy of your CPT-endorsed I-20, your EAD is not required for CPT work. Your employer will need to complete standard I-9 verification using your I-20 and passport. Confirm your CPT start and end dates match the offer letter exactly before submitting paperwork to HR.

How do I find Operations Specialist roles where employers are familiar with CPT?

Use Migrate Mate to search Operations Specialist openings filtered by employers with work-authorization filing history. Employers already experienced with F-1 work authorization are far less likely to withdraw an offer once HR reviews your CPT status. Targeting this segment upfront avoids the common situation where a hiring manager approves the role but HR blocks it at the onboarding stage.

Does working as an Operations Specialist on CPT help my H-1B sponsorship prospects later?

Directly, yes. Operations Specialist roles qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards when tied to a relevant degree, which is the same threshold for H-1B visa eligibility. Completing CPT in the role builds a documented employment history in a qualifying occupation, which strengthens an H-1B petition filed by the same or a different employer after you graduate and begin OPT.