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Public health CPT roles span epidemiology, health policy, biostatistics, and community health program coordination. Your DSO must authorize each position as an integral part of your degree curriculum, so target employers whose project scope maps directly to your coursework. Government agencies, nonprofits, and academic medical centers hire CPT students regularly.
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Alachua County Public Works is seeking an Engineering Intern to assist with civil engineering and public works projects. This internship is a great opportunity for students interested in gaining hands-on experience in transportation engineering, roadway work, and other infrastructure-related projects, including traffic studies and traffic data collection.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited two- or four-year college or university, or a technical school taking college-level courses.
- Must successfully complete a criminal history background investigation prior to employment.
Preferred degree programs in: Civil Engineering, Public Works, Transportation, or a closely related field.
PAY
- Undergraduate Student: $18.50/hour
- Graduate Student: $19.00/hour
INTRODUCTION
Alachua County Public Works is seeking an Engineering Intern to assist with civil engineering and public works projects. This internship is a great opportunity for students interested in gaining hands-on experience in transportation engineering, roadway work, and other infrastructure-related projects, including traffic studies and traffic data collection.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited two- or four-year college or university, or a technical school taking college-level courses.
- Must successfully complete a criminal history background investigation prior to employment.
Preferred degree programs in: Civil Engineering, Public Works, Transportation, or a closely related field.
PAY
- Undergraduate Student: $18.50/hour
- Graduate Student: $19.00/hour
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Get Access To All JobsPublic Health CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does CPT work in public health count toward STEM OPT eligibility?
CPT itself doesn't count toward or against STEM OPT eligibility, but the employer does. If your CPT employer isn't E-Verify enrolled, you can't extend into STEM OPT with them later. Epidemiology, biostatistics, and health informatics roles often fall under STEM-designated CIP codes, so confirm your program's CIP code with your DSO before accepting.
Can I do full-time CPT in public health without affecting my OPT?
Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more exhausts your entire OPT eligibility, including the STEM extension. Part-time CPT, meaning fewer than 20 hours per week, has no impact on OPT. Most public health field placements and practicums qualify as part-time, but confirm the hours structure with your DSO before your I-20 is updated.
Which public health employers are most familiar with CPT hiring?
Government agencies such as state health departments and federally funded research centers, academic medical systems, and public health nonprofits have the most established CPT onboarding processes. You can browse verified employers with F-1 hiring history in public health directly on Migrate Mate, which surfaces organizations already experienced with I-20 authorization workflows.
What CPT documentation does a public health employer typically need from me?
At minimum, you'll need to provide your current I-20 with the CPT endorsement page, your F-1 visa stamp, and your passport. Some government or hospital-affiliated employers also require a copy of your SEVIS record or a letter from your DSO confirming the position is integral to your curriculum. Prepare all four documents before your first day to avoid onboarding delays.
Can I switch public health employers mid-semester while on CPT?
Yes, but each new employer requires a separate CPT authorization and a new I-20 from your DSO. The new position must independently qualify as integral to your curriculum. Your previous CPT authorization doesn't transfer, so allow at least one to two weeks for your school to process the updated I-20 before your new start date.