CPT Product Development Manager Jobs
Product Development Manager jobs on CPT let F-1 students apply coursework in product strategy, cross-functional leadership, and go-to-market execution in a real workplace setting. Your DSO must confirm the role is an integral part of your degree program before you start, and CPT authorization is employer-specific, so each new position requires a separate approval.
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Our co-op program is designed with future leaders in mind and serves as a pipeline for top talent. Participants in our program receive one-on-one mentorship while working alongside seasoned Global Sourcing professionals. The co-op experience is a comprehensive development-based role, designed to facilitate a robust global sourcing and product development career path. Interns will be immersed and integrated in the various functions of the Global Sourcing/Product Development team and understand the factors that contribute to the broader scope of Global Sourcing and Product Development while gaining valuable hands-on experience in skill competency areas. Lands’ End co-ops will be placed in one of our key product areas and will gain exposure to analyzing garment costs, vendor allocation, capacity and lead-times.
As part of the experience you will focus on key projects for the department which may include fabric initiatives, cost comparison of products and fabrics from different regions with associated lead-times, chase opportunities and packaging & labeling cost analysis. You will be involved in key projects that will support future business decisions. You will communicate with vendors, sourcing, PD, Technical Design, Planning, Design and Merchandising to understand the development and internal decision making processes. You will quickly come to appreciate the complexities of growing a global, multi-channel retailer.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a hybrid role with three weeks per month onsite (Mon – Thurs). The primary work location is our corporate campus in Dodgeville, WI and you will perform work both on-site and remotely each week. You must reside or relocate within a commutable distance of the office for this position. Don’t worry, we have you covered, Lands’ End offers competitive relocation assistance!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Successful Global Sourcing & Product Development candidates should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Strong industry knowledge and passion for the Lands’ End brand.
- Demonstrate strong analytical skills.
- Ability to work with a variety of work styles as well as the ability to work independently.
- Customer-focused, results driven, analytical.
- Positive, can-do attitude.
- Innovative, critical thinker with the ability to continuously operate strategically and work cross-functionally.
- Strong communication skills, proven relationship builder.
- Exceptional knowledge and ability to work fluently with Excel.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
Our co-op program is designed with future leaders in mind and serves as a pipeline for top talent. Participants in our program receive one-on-one mentorship while working alongside seasoned Global Sourcing professionals. The co-op experience is a comprehensive development-based role, designed to facilitate a robust global sourcing and product development career path. Interns will be immersed and integrated in the various functions of the Global Sourcing/Product Development team and understand the factors that contribute to the broader scope of Global Sourcing and Product Development while gaining valuable hands-on experience in skill competency areas. Lands’ End co-ops will be placed in one of our key product areas and will gain exposure to analyzing garment costs, vendor allocation, capacity and lead-times.
As part of the experience you will focus on key projects for the department which may include fabric initiatives, cost comparison of products and fabrics from different regions with associated lead-times, chase opportunities and packaging & labeling cost analysis. You will be involved in key projects that will support future business decisions. You will communicate with vendors, sourcing, PD, Technical Design, Planning, Design and Merchandising to understand the development and internal decision making processes. You will quickly come to appreciate the complexities of growing a global, multi-channel retailer.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a hybrid role with three weeks per month onsite (Mon – Thurs). The primary work location is our corporate campus in Dodgeville, WI and you will perform work both on-site and remotely each week. You must reside or relocate within a commutable distance of the office for this position. Don’t worry, we have you covered, Lands’ End offers competitive relocation assistance!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Successful Global Sourcing & Product Development candidates should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Strong industry knowledge and passion for the Lands’ End brand.
- Demonstrate strong analytical skills.
- Ability to work with a variety of work styles as well as the ability to work independently.
- Customer-focused, results driven, analytical.
- Positive, can-do attitude.
- Innovative, critical thinker with the ability to continuously operate strategically and work cross-functionally.
- Strong communication skills, proven relationship builder.
- Exceptional knowledge and ability to work fluently with Excel.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Get Access To All JobsProduct Development Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Development Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?
It can, but your DSO makes the final call based on whether the role connects to your specific program's curriculum. A Product Development Manager position at a tech or consumer goods company typically aligns with business, engineering, or management degrees. You'll need to document that connection explicitly. Roles requiring only general management skills with no technical or strategic curriculum tie are harder to authorize.
Can I do full-time CPT as a Product Development Manager without affecting my OPT eligibility?
Yes, but timing matters. Twelve months or more of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of duration, doesn't affect OPT. If you're planning to use OPT after graduation, stay under that twelve-month full-time threshold. Your DSO tracks this automatically when you request each CPT authorization on your I-20.
What job duties should a Product Development Manager offer letter include for CPT approval?
Your offer letter needs to describe specific responsibilities that map to your coursework, such as leading product roadmap planning, coordinating between engineering and business stakeholders, conducting market analysis, or managing product launch cycles. Vague titles like 'assist with product projects' don't satisfy DSO requirements. The more precisely the duties reflect your degree's learning outcomes, the faster your authorization processes.
How do I find Product Development Manager roles where the employer understands CPT?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented visa filing history so you can prioritize companies already familiar with work authorization processes. Product-focused roles at mid-size technology, consumer goods, and manufacturing companies tend to have more CPT-aware hiring teams than early-stage startups, which often haven't navigated international student onboarding before.
Can I switch employers mid-semester while on CPT for a Product Development Manager role?
No. CPT authorization is employer-specific and tied to the exact position on your I-20. If you change companies or move to a different Product Development Manager role, you need a new CPT authorization before your first day with the new employer. Your previous CPT authorization becomes invalid immediately, and working without updated authorization puts your F-1 status at risk.