CPT Project Management Lead Jobs

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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Open Jobs7+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type86% On-site
Median Salary$158K
Top LocationBoston, MA
Most JobsOlsson

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WHOOP
Senior Lead, Product Marketing
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Senior Lead, Product Marketing
WHOOP
Boston, Massachusetts
Marketing
Project & Program Management
Strategy & Corporate Development
Product Marketing
Project Management
Business Strategy
$170,000/yr
On-Site
7+ yrs exp.
None

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Olsson
Lead Engineer
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Lead Engineer
Olsson
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Project & Program Management
Quality Control
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Project Management
On-Site
12+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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IMG Academy
Student Information Systems (SIS) Team Lead
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Student Information Systems (SIS) Team Lead
IMG Academy
Bradenton, Florida
IT Support & Systems Administration
Project & Program Management
Corporate Training & Learning Development
IT Support
Systems Administration
Project Management
Learning & Development
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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TD Securities
2026 Summer Graduate Leadership Internship Program - Retail Distribution
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2026 Summer Graduate Leadership Internship Program - Retail Distribution
TD Securities
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Customer Service
$139,360 - $139,360/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Nourish
Payer Partnerships Director
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Payer Partnerships Director
Nourish
New York, New York
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Business Development
Hybrid
8+ yrs exp.
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Project 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.