CPT Project Management Specialist Jobs

Project Management Specialist roles qualify for CPT when your degree program includes project coordination, operations, or management coursework and your DSO confirms the work is an integral curricular component. These positions span industries from tech to construction, giving F-1 students hands-on exposure to Agile, PMP frameworks, and stakeholder management before graduation.

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Overview

Open Jobs18+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type72% On-site
Median Salary$39K
Top LocationRaleigh, NC
Most JobsSAP

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CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC
Post-Closing Final Documents Specialist - CoOp & CEMA
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CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC
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Post-Closing Final Documents Specialist - CoOp & CEMA
CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC
Cleveland, Ohio
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Administrative & Office Support
Project Management
Not listed
On-Site
High School

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SAP
SAP iXp Intern - Revenue Operations - A&C Transformation Specialist
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SAP
Added 2w ago
SAP iXp Intern - Revenue Operations - A&C Transformation Specialist
SAP
Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Customer Success
Project Management
Revenue Operations & Enablement
On-Site
None
10,000+

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ASML
Co-Op - Learning Specialist
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ASML
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Co-Op - Learning Specialist
ASML
Wilton, Connecticut
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Project & Program Management
Learning & Development
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Mrl San Francisco LLC
2026 Future Talent Program - Associate Specialist, Process Engineer - Global Engineering Solutions Co-op (Summer/Fall 2026 Start)
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Mrl San Francisco LLC
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2026 Future Talent Program - Associate Specialist, Process Engineer - Global Engineering Solutions Co-op (Summer/Fall 2026 Start)
Mrl San Francisco LLC
De Soto, Kansas
Specialized Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Not listed
Hybrid
Associate's

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First Horizon Bank
Intern - Corporate Real Estate Specialist
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First Horizon Bank
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Intern - Corporate Real Estate Specialist
First Horizon Bank
Memphis, Tennessee
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Project Management
Procurement & Purchasing
Property Management
$20/hr
On-Site
None

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Project Management Specialist CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Project Management Specialist role qualify for CPT?

Yes, if your degree program includes coursework in project planning, operations management, or organizational strategy and your DSO confirms the role is an integral part of your curriculum. The connection must be documented in your CPT authorization request. Generic business roles without a clear curricular link can be denied, so align your job description to specific course titles before submitting the request.

Can I work as a Project Management Specialist on CPT before finishing my degree?

Yes. CPT is available before graduation, and there is no minimum academic standing requirement beyond what your school sets. You must be enrolled full-time, hold a valid I-20 with CPT authorization endorsed for the specific employer, and start work on or after the CPT start date on that I-20. Working even one day before the authorized start date violates your F-1 status.

How do I find Project Management Specialist employers who accept CPT students?

Use Migrate Mate to browse Project Management Specialist roles filtered by employers with F-1 work authorization experience. Many employers are unfamiliar with CPT mechanics, so targeting those with a history of sponsoring or hiring international students reduces the time you spend educating HR teams and speeds up the offer-to-authorization timeline.

Does CPT experience as a Project Management Specialist count toward PMP certification hours?

Yes. The Project Management Professional certification requires documented project leadership experience, and CPT employment qualifies as verified work experience. You'll need to log hours by project phase and have a supervisor confirm them. Start tracking hours from day one using PMI's experience verification categories, since retroactive documentation is harder to compile and easier to dispute.

What happens to my CPT authorization if my employer changes my job duties significantly?

Your CPT is issued for a specific employer and role description. If your duties shift substantially, such as moving from project coordination to general administrative work, the original authorization may no longer cover your actual work. Notify your DSO and request an updated CPT authorization with a revised offer letter before the duties change, not after. Continuing to work under an inaccurate authorization risks a status violation.