CPT Product Operations Specialist Jobs
Product Operations Specialist jobs sit at the intersection of process design, cross-functional coordination, and product lifecycle management, making them a strong CPT fit for students in business, systems engineering, or information science programs. Your DSO must confirm the role directly supports your degree requirements before CPT authorization is issued.
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INTRODUCTION
Jenoptik is an international photonics group with representatives in over 80 countries. Optical technologies are the foundation of our business. We employ more than 4,600 people worldwide.
Join our team and help to shape our future with lasting effect.
Metrology Technology Specialist Intern
Job ID: 4801
Location: Auburn Hills, MI, US
Date: Mar 31, 2026
Overview:
The Metrology Technology Specialist Intern has the desire to become a proficient product specialist. This person will be trained on each of the different Jenoptik products and exposed to metrology products made by others. The Metrology Technology Specialist will assist with concept proposals at the time of sales, start-up of the equipment at Jenoptik, travel to support start-up at the customer site, and mentor others on metrology solutions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Include but not limited to):
- Become proficient with several multiple Jenoptik products and the ability to recommend customized solutions with the products.
- Work with sales and operations teams to develop metrology solutions.
- Ability to present/discuss technical information regarding the product.
- Develop and maintain relationships with the Jenoptik product development team globally for continual learning and product support.
- Start-up and troubleshoot metrology equipment both on the Jenoptik build floor and at the customer site.
- Work with Controls Design on interface between metrology equipment and PLC (where required).
- Support trials and runoff to the customer for application approval and customer buyoff.
- Support Service Team with questions, training, and startup support.
- Mentor peer team members throughout multiple departments for knowledge and serviceability within the company.
- Write and provide feedback for the use of manuals, training, or other technical documents.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KEY DELIVERABLES:
- Successful running systems as sold to the customer and to customer specifications.
- Internal training and mentoring on Jenoptik metrology products.
PROFILE:
- Should possess strong basic math skills including algebra and trigonometry.
- Basic GD&T (Geometric tolerance) understanding.
- Basic use of shop tools (Micrometers, Calipers, Height gages, Dial indicators).
- Basic knowledge of transducers, transducer to PC interface methods, columns, and computers.
- Must be able to read Mechanical, Pneumatic & Electrical blueprints.
- Expert-level communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Active listener who is assertive, authentic, and communicates with open-mindedness, empathy, and clarity.
- Ability to evaluate and estimate build hours and create build plans.
- Cross-functional understanding of all aspects of the build process for automotive tooling.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5+ years of Metrology tooling experience.
- Experience setting up and commissioning Jenoptik metrology equipment.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally for business.
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use of hands or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and keyboarding; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions, and the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
About Jenoptik
At Jenoptik, people with the specific JENIUS character are changing the world with the power of light. That demands a spirit of exploration and dedication. If you’re one of us, come meet the challenges facing the world. At Jenoptik, we’re creating a better future for all of us.
HOMMEL ETAMIC is an independent brand within the Jenoptik Group. As a leading manufacturer and system supplier, HOMMEL ETAMIC offers a broad portfolio of measurement technology for manufacturing processes. These include high-precision contact and non-contact manufacturing metrology for pneumatic, tactile or optical inspection of roughness, contours, shape and the determination of dimensions in every phase of the manufacturing process as well as in the measuring room. They analyze the surface, shape and dimensions of workpieces – in every phase of the manufacturing process, during final inspection or in the measuring room. In the process, the systems provide customers with precise measurement data within the shortest possible time. Comprehensive services such as consulting, training, and service, including long-term maintenance contracts, round off the metrology offering.
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Product Operations Specialist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Operations Specialist role qualify for CPT?
It depends on how your school defines curriculum integration. Most business, industrial engineering, and information systems programs can support CPT for this role because product operations work involves process analysis, cross-functional coordination, and systems thinking, skills directly tied to those degree tracks. Your DSO makes the final call based on your specific program requirements and the employer's job description.
How do I find employers who will hire an F-1 student on CPT for this role?
Migrate Mate shows employers with a track record of hiring international students in operations and product roles, filtered by work authorization history. Prioritize companies already enrolled in E-Verify, since they've navigated F-1 documentation before. Smaller product-led companies and tech firms with operations teams tend to have more flexibility on CPT timelines than large enterprises with rigid HR workflows.
Can I do part-time CPT as a Product Operations Specialist while enrolled full-time?
Yes, and it's often the smarter option. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, doesn't affect your OPT eligibility regardless of how many semesters you use it. For Product Operations roles, part-time arrangements also work well structurally since many tasks, like process documentation, tool audits, and async coordination, don't require a standard nine-to-five presence.
What should the job description include to support my CPT authorization request?
Your DSO needs to see explicit connections between the role's tasks and your enrolled coursework. For Product Operations Specialists, that means the job description should reference specific responsibilities such as workflow design, cross-functional project coordination, product data analysis, or operational tooling management. Generic titles without task detail are the most common reason CPT requests get delayed or denied.
Does CPT for a Product Operations Specialist role affect my future H-1B sponsorship options?
CPT authorization itself doesn't affect H-1B visa eligibility, but the role's qualification as a specialty occupation does. Product Operations Specialist positions typically require a bachelor's degree in a related field, which satisfies USCIS specialty occupation standards. Using full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates OPT, which matters if you're planning to use OPT as a bridge while an employer files your H-1B visa petition.