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Project Management Lead roles on CPT let F-1 students apply program and resource coordination skills as a required part of their degree. Your DSO must authorize the specific employer and position before your start date, and the work must connect directly to your enrolled program of study.
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At WHOOP, we're on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. WHOOP is hiring a Senior Lead of Apparel & Accessories Product Marketing to drive the development and strategy of a growing and high-impact product category. This role will lead early-stage product concepting and development, shaping the roadmap and influencing cross-functional priorities to deliver meaningful business outcomes. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, partnering across internal teams and external collaborators to bring innovative products to life for WHOOP.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end development of Apparel & Accessories products, driving execution from concept through launch readiness in partnership with design, engineering, and development teams
- Introduce and lead early-stage product research and development, defining product concepts, use cases, and business rationale grounded in consumer insights and market opportunities
- Partner with Supply Chain to validate product feasibility, lead times, and cost at defined stages of the product creation process, ensuring alignment prior to sourcing commitments
- Lead product creation for key external partnerships, managing timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional alignment to deliver high-quality, co-developed products
- Translate consumer insights, market trends, and performance data into actionable product briefs and category-level recommendations that inform roadmap and portfolio strategy
- Drive product positioning, naming, and core messaging in collaboration with cross-functional partners to ensure consistency across channels
- Partner closely with go-to-market teams to ensure a seamless transition from product readiness to launch execution
Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in product marketing, product management, or a related role within consumer goods, apparel, or wearable technology
- Proven track record of developing physical products and managing them through the full lifecycle, from concept through launch
- Experience partnering with design and engineering teams to bring physical products from concept to production
- Experience leading product development in collaboration with external partners or brands, with strong relationship and project management skills
- Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously, influence cross-functional strategy, and drive alignment without direct authority
- Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate insights into clear product direction and actionable briefs
- Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with experience influencing stakeholders at multiple levels
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously
- Passion for health, wellness, fitness, or performance-driven products preferred
- Strong commitment to embracing and leveraging AI tools in day-to-day tasks, ensuring AI-assisted work aligns with the same high-quality standards as personal contributions
WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility.
The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract, motivate, and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries, meaningful equity, and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values. At WHOOP, we view total compensation as the combination of base salary, equity, and benefits, with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success.
The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $130,000 - $170,000. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within each range, individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, performance, and relevant education or training. In addition to the base salary, the successful candidate will also receive benefits and a generous equity package. These ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range, total compensation will depend on the candidate’s specific qualifications, expertise, and alignment with the role’s requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsProject Management Lead CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Management Lead role qualify for CPT authorization?
It qualifies if the position is an integral part of your enrolled program and your school treats it as such. Programs in business administration, information systems, or engineering management typically have a direct curriculum link to project coordination work. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring a detailed job description that maps specific duties to your coursework before requesting authorization.
Can I start a Project Management Lead role before my CPT is officially authorized?
No. CPT authorization must be in place on your I-20 before your first day of work. Starting before your DSO issues the updated I-20 violates your F-1 status regardless of how informal the role is. Employers who've hired international students before know this and won't ask you to start early, but confirm the timeline explicitly when accepting any offer.
How do I find Project Management Lead employers who are comfortable with CPT?
Search Migrate Mate for Project Management Lead roles filtered by companies with Labor Condition Application filing history in program and project management SOC codes. LCA activity is a reliable signal that an employer has navigated work authorization paperwork before, which makes the CPT onboarding conversation significantly more straightforward.
Does a part-time Project Management Lead CPT role affect my full-time OPT eligibility?
Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, has no impact on your OPT eligibility regardless of how many semesters you use it. Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more exhausts your OPT entirely. If you're considering a full-time Project Management Lead engagement before graduation, confirm the exact hours with your DSO and weigh that against your post-graduation plans.
What should a Project Management Lead offer letter include to satisfy my DSO?
Your DSO needs to verify that the role directly supports your curriculum, so the offer letter should specify your title, start and end dates, hours per week, and a brief description of duties that mirrors your program's learning outcomes. Vague language like 'assisting with projects' isn't sufficient. Ask the employer to name specific methodologies or functional areas such as Agile delivery, stakeholder reporting, or risk management that your program covers.