CPT Public Policy Manager Jobs
Public Policy Manager roles sit at the intersection of research, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement, making them a strong CPT fit for graduate students in public administration, political science, or related fields. Your DSO must authorize CPT before you start, and the work must directly connect to your degree program requirements.
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The Utah Department of Health and Human Services Office of Primary Care and Rural Health (PCRH) is seeking an individual who is passionate about public health and wants to help strengthen its capacity to support the underserved and rural areas in Utah. You will work with PCRH colleagues to build its internal capacity to track policy developments affecting the viability of rural healthcare facilities and workforce. The VISTA project will track health-related policy development with Utah’s Health Workforce Advisory Council (HWAC) coordinator and develop internal projects for the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Primary Care and Rural Health (PCRH). The VISTA member will research and analyze issues affecting the viability of rural healthcare facilities. They will research and develop new platforms for the Office of Primary Care and Rural Health to use in its effort to improve outreach to rural and underserved areas of Utah.
MEMBER DUTIES:
- VISTA member will work with PCRH colleagues and stakeholders to build Utah’s capacity to track policy affecting workforce and rural health.
- They will perform internal and external scans to understand how Utah and other states track relevant policy developments, identify policy areas of concern.
- Develop a sustainable communication system for PCRH to communicate about policy issues.
- Create infographics and other fact sheets for dissemination to the communities and institutions that are impacted by these policies, track and disseminate information on rural health topics relevant to PCRH partners and stakeholders.
- Create infographics, web-based communications, and other fact sheets for public dissemination.
- Develop section on PCRH website to prominently display relevant program information.
PROGRAM BENEFITS:
- Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
- Training
- Living Allowance
- Health Coverage*
- Education award upon successful completion of service
- Childcare assistance if eligible
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
TERMS
- Car recommended.
SERVICE AREAS
- Health
- Community Outreach
SKILLS
- Public Speaking
- Team Work
- General Skills
- Public Health
- Communications
- Computers/Technology
- Writing/Editing
SUMMARY
Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA
Program: 2026 UT VISTA Primary Care & Rural Health Prog & Policy Spec
Program Start/End Date: 05/04/2026 - 05/03/2027
Work Schedule: Full Time
Education level: College graduate
Age Requirement: Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations: UTAH
Accepting Applications: From 02/10/2026 To 07/17/2026
Contact
Amanda De Lucia
195 N 1950 W
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84116
8012019462
ade@utah.gov
ruralhealth.utah.gov
Listing ID 124951
INTRODUCTION
The Utah Department of Health and Human Services Office of Primary Care and Rural Health (PCRH) is seeking an individual who is passionate about public health and wants to help strengthen its capacity to support the underserved and rural areas in Utah. You will work with PCRH colleagues to build its internal capacity to track policy developments affecting the viability of rural healthcare facilities and workforce. The VISTA project will track health-related policy development with Utah’s Health Workforce Advisory Council (HWAC) coordinator and develop internal projects for the Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Primary Care and Rural Health (PCRH). The VISTA member will research and analyze issues affecting the viability of rural healthcare facilities. They will research and develop new platforms for the Office of Primary Care and Rural Health to use in its effort to improve outreach to rural and underserved areas of Utah.
MEMBER DUTIES:
- VISTA member will work with PCRH colleagues and stakeholders to build Utah’s capacity to track policy affecting workforce and rural health.
- They will perform internal and external scans to understand how Utah and other states track relevant policy developments, identify policy areas of concern.
- Develop a sustainable communication system for PCRH to communicate about policy issues.
- Create infographics and other fact sheets for dissemination to the communities and institutions that are impacted by these policies, track and disseminate information on rural health topics relevant to PCRH partners and stakeholders.
- Create infographics, web-based communications, and other fact sheets for public dissemination.
- Develop section on PCRH website to prominently display relevant program information.
PROGRAM BENEFITS:
- Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend
- Training
- Living Allowance
- Health Coverage*
- Education award upon successful completion of service
- Childcare assistance if eligible
*For details about AmeriCorps VISTA healthcare benefits, please visit https://americorpsvista.imglobal.com/.
TERMS
- Car recommended.
SERVICE AREAS
- Health
- Community Outreach
SKILLS
- Public Speaking
- Team Work
- General Skills
- Public Health
- Communications
- Computers/Technology
- Writing/Editing
SUMMARY
Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA
Program: 2026 UT VISTA Primary Care & Rural Health Prog & Policy Spec
Program Start/End Date: 05/04/2026 - 05/03/2027
Work Schedule: Full Time
Education level: College graduate
Age Requirement: Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations: UTAH
Accepting Applications: From 02/10/2026 To 07/17/2026
Contact
Amanda De Lucia
195 N 1950 W
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84116
8012019462
ade@utah.gov
ruralhealth.utah.gov
Listing ID 124951
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Get Access To All JobsPublic Policy Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Public Policy Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the role is an integral part of your curriculum. Graduate programs in public policy, public administration, or political science typically satisfy this requirement when the employer's work directly aligns with your coursework. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring a job description to your authorization meeting and map responsibilities to specific course learning outcomes.
Can I do CPT at a nonprofit or government-adjacent organization?
Yes. Think tanks, advocacy organizations, foundations, and consulting firms that advise government agencies all qualify as CPT employers as long as the work connects to your degree. Government agencies themselves can also sponsor CPT in some cases, though federal hiring timelines tend to run long relative to a typical academic semester authorization window.
What happens to my OPT if I complete a full year of CPT as a Public Policy Manager?
Full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, meaning fewer than 20 hours per week, does not affect OPT regardless of duration. If your policy role is structured as a year-long full-time fellowship or residency, weigh that tradeoff carefully with your DSO before accepting.
How do I find Public Policy Manager employers who understand CPT?
Start with Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified sponsorship and work authorization history in policy roles. Organizations that regularly hire international students, particularly those with existing relationships with university career centers or government contracting experience, are the most likely to understand CPT documentation requirements and move quickly through the authorization process.
What does the O*NET profile say about qualifications for this role?
O*NET classifies Public Policy Manager work under management occupations requiring substantial knowledge of government operations, law, and economics. The profile emphasizes critical thinking, stakeholder communication, and program evaluation skills. These align well with graduate coursework in public affairs, making it straightforward to demonstrate the integral curriculum connection that CPT authorization requires.
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