CPT Project Coordinator Jobs
Project Coordinator roles align with CPT when your degree program in business, management, or a related field requires hands-on project management experience as a curricular component. Your DSO must authorize each position individually, and the work must directly support your academic program's learning objectives.
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RJM Construction is a fast-growing, high energy, commercial general contracting company headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota. We invest in our people and attract, develop, and retain talented professionals in roles where they can make an impact, as well as grow personally and professionally.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a project manager intern, you will assist the project management team in the execution of projects that are safe, on time, and within project budget. Project Manager Interns will interact across multiple internal departments and roles, including preconstruction, subcontractors, and field management to assist with various aspects of a project lifecycle. We are seeking a motivated individual looking to grow with the RJM team and enhance our team culture.
ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Read and understand plans, specifications, and other documents to understand the project scope
- Effectively communicate with internal and external project stakeholders, both written and verbal, to convey project questions, directions, reports, or other correspondences
- Attend and support project meetings such as Owner/Architect/Contractor, subcontractor, pre-installation meetings, or punch list meetings
- Assist the project manager in updating and delivery of project schedules
- Update and maintain accurate as-built documents as changes on projects are encountered
- Conduct safety walkthroughs of jobsites with field and project management staff, and ensure any deficiencies are corrected
- Assist in the ordering or scheduled delivery of materials to the jobsite
- Maintain awareness of new and emerging industry practices and the potential application to client engagements
- Assist with project closeout tasks
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Pursuing BS Degree in Construction Management or related field
Work Experience:
- General building construction and terminology knowledge
- Working knowledge of building codes
- Previous internship or estimating experience preferred but not required
- Ability to read plans and specifications
- Understanding of Construction Systems and CSI codes
Demonstrated Technical Competencies to include:
- Microsoft applications: Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project
- Bluebeam
- Viewpoint Software
Demonstrated Professional Competencies to include:
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability and confidence to work directly with clients
- Team-oriented; flexible; professional; enjoys new challenges
- Ability to harvest and maintain relationships with clients, architects/engineers, and subcontractors
Professional Certifications or Licenses:
- School or industry-related certifications or accolades
RJM Construction is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
INTRODUCTION
RJM Construction is a fast-growing, high energy, commercial general contracting company headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota. We invest in our people and attract, develop, and retain talented professionals in roles where they can make an impact, as well as grow personally and professionally.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a project manager intern, you will assist the project management team in the execution of projects that are safe, on time, and within project budget. Project Manager Interns will interact across multiple internal departments and roles, including preconstruction, subcontractors, and field management to assist with various aspects of a project lifecycle. We are seeking a motivated individual looking to grow with the RJM team and enhance our team culture.
ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Read and understand plans, specifications, and other documents to understand the project scope
- Effectively communicate with internal and external project stakeholders, both written and verbal, to convey project questions, directions, reports, or other correspondences
- Attend and support project meetings such as Owner/Architect/Contractor, subcontractor, pre-installation meetings, or punch list meetings
- Assist the project manager in updating and delivery of project schedules
- Update and maintain accurate as-built documents as changes on projects are encountered
- Conduct safety walkthroughs of jobsites with field and project management staff, and ensure any deficiencies are corrected
- Assist in the ordering or scheduled delivery of materials to the jobsite
- Maintain awareness of new and emerging industry practices and the potential application to client engagements
- Assist with project closeout tasks
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Pursuing BS Degree in Construction Management or related field
Work Experience:
- General building construction and terminology knowledge
- Working knowledge of building codes
- Previous internship or estimating experience preferred but not required
- Ability to read plans and specifications
- Understanding of Construction Systems and CSI codes
Demonstrated Technical Competencies to include:
- Microsoft applications: Excel, Word, Outlook, and Project
- Bluebeam
- Viewpoint Software
Demonstrated Professional Competencies to include:
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability and confidence to work directly with clients
- Team-oriented; flexible; professional; enjoys new challenges
- Ability to harvest and maintain relationships with clients, architects/engineers, and subcontractors
Professional Certifications or Licenses:
- School or industry-related certifications or accolades
RJM Construction is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsProject Coordinator CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Coordinator job qualify for CPT authorization?
It qualifies when the role directly connects to your degree program's curriculum. A business, management, or related program that includes project management coursework typically supports CPT approval for this title. Your DSO reviews the job description against your program requirements, so bring both documents to your authorization meeting and be prepared to explain the academic connection explicitly.
Can I work as a Project Coordinator on CPT before I complete my degree?
Yes. CPT is available before graduation, which is what distinguishes it from OPT. You can work during your program, including summers and semesters, as long as each CPT period is authorized on your I-20 and tied to an enrolled academic term or required experience component. Some programs require you to be enrolled in a co-op or internship course simultaneously.
What should I tell a Project Coordinator employer about CPT?
Explain that your authorization is already employer-specific and term-limited, meaning you're approved for their organization and a defined period. The employer doesn't file anything with USCIS. They hire you, verify your identity and work authorization through E-Verify or Form I-9, and the CPT dates printed on your I-20 serve as your employment authorization documentation. This tends to reassure HR teams unfamiliar with F-1 work authorization.
How do I find Project Coordinator employers who are familiar with CPT?
Search on Migrate Mate, where you can identify employers with documented histories of hiring international students in project management and coordination roles. Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B visa workers in similar roles are more likely to have HR processes already set up for F-1 students, making the CPT onboarding conversation easier and faster.
What happens to my CPT if my Project Coordinator role changes scope mid-authorization?
If your job responsibilities shift significantly, your existing CPT authorization may no longer match the work you're performing. Changes like moving from a coordinator to a manager role, switching departments, or adding functions outside your approved job description require you to return to your DSO for a new authorization. Working outside your authorized scope puts your F-1 status at risk, so notify your DSO before accepting any expanded duties.