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Operations Supervisor roles offer F-1 students on CPT direct exposure to supply chain coordination, team leadership, and process optimization, skills that must tie to your enrolled program. Your DSO must authorize each CPT placement before your start date, and the work must integrate with your coursework, not run parallel to it.
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COMPENSATION TYPE: Hourly
Highgate Hotels:
Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.
With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands.
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What You Will Learn
This internship will provide hands-on exposure to the operational side of the hospitality business, including hotel performance, departmental coordination, service standards, financial reporting, and corporate operations support. The intern will have the opportunity to observe how hotel leaders evaluate business needs, support property teams, and drive operational excellence across Viceroy’s luxury hotel portfolio.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the SVP of Operations with day-to-day operational projects, reporting, and administrative support.
- Support hotel operations initiatives related to guest experience, service standards, departmental performance, and property-level execution.
- Gain exposure to core hotel departments, including Front Office, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Rooms, and other key operational areas.
- Assist with basic accounting and financial tasks, which may include reviewing reports, organizing data, tracking expenses, supporting budget-related projects, and helping prepare operational summaries.
- Compile and organize operational information, presentations, reports, and follow-up items for leadership review.
- Partner with property and corporate teams to support special projects, process improvements, and operational initiatives.
- Help analyze hotel performance metrics, guest feedback, service trends, and operational opportunities.
- Attend meetings, take notes, track action items, and assist with follow-up communication as needed.
- Maintain a professional, service-oriented approach when interacting with hotel leaders, associates, guests, and corporate partners.
- Support additional projects and assignments that provide exposure to hotel operations, finance, and executive leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently enrolled as a college junior or senior in Hospitality Management, Hotel Administration, Business, Finance, or a related program.
- Prior hotel, restaurant, luxury service, or hospitality internship experience preferred.
- Strong interest in hotel operations, luxury hospitality, and long-term career growth within the hotel industry.
- Basic understanding of hotel departments and the overall guest journey.
- Comfort working with numbers, reports, and basic accounting or financial information.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
- Professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, service-driven environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Positive attitude, curiosity, discretion, and a willingness to learn from hotel and corporate leaders.
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Get Access To All JobsOperations Supervisor CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Operations Supervisor role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the work directly relates to your enrolled program and your DSO approves it. Operations Supervisor positions in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing typically satisfy CPT's curriculum-integral requirement for business, engineering, or industrial management students. The connection must be documented in your CPT request, not assumed. Roles with cross-functional responsibilities are often easier to justify because they map to multiple course objectives.
How do I find Operations Supervisor jobs that are open to F-1 CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate for Operations Supervisor roles and filter for employers with F-1 or work-visa hiring history. Many postings don't explicitly say 'CPT accepted,' so targeting companies that have previously sponsored international students removes ambiguity. Reaching out to the hiring manager before applying to confirm authorization familiarity also saves time.
Can I do CPT as an Operations Supervisor if my degree is in a STEM field?
Yes, STEM students in industrial engineering, systems engineering, supply chain management, or operations research programs commonly authorize CPT for Operations Supervisor roles. The key is showing the role applies your technical training, not just your general business knowledge. Your DSO will look for direct course alignment, so map specific classes to the job's technical responsibilities when submitting your request.
What happens if my Operations Supervisor role expands after CPT is authorized?
If your responsibilities shift materially, such as taking on a new team, different department, or a promoted title, you'll likely need a new CPT authorization cycle. CPT is employer-specific and role-specific. Notify your DSO promptly if the scope changes, because working outside your authorized terms risks your F-1 status. Get any role changes in writing from your employer as well.
Does CPT for an Operations Supervisor role affect my OPT eligibility?
Part-time CPT has no effect on OPT eligibility regardless of duration. Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more eliminates your standard 12-month OPT benefit entirely, though STEM OPT may still be available if your degree qualifies. If you're planning to use full-time CPT for an extended Operations Supervisor placement, model the trade-off with your DSO before accepting.