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R&D engineering roles in product development, materials science, and systems research qualify for CPT when your DSO confirms the work integrates directly with your degree program. Authorization is employer-specific and semester-specific, so you'll need a new I-20 endorsement for each position you accept.
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At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai’s human health care (hhc) mission. We’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference. If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.
General Summary
Eisai is seeking a motivated and curious intern to join our Clinical IT team. In this role, you will work closely with Eisai IT Team Leads and cross-functional colleagues to assess and test various AI platforms (co-pilot, ChatGPT, Claude) for the Clinical business functions.
This internship offers a hands-on opportunity for a student currently enrolled in a technical degree program to build practical experience with AI technologies while gaining exposure to pharmaceutical R&D operations.
What You’ll Do
- Work with the Clinical IT Lead and team members to catalog use cases where AI could provide value either to IT or the business function.
- Document high level requirements and success factors for each AI use case.
- Assess, test and setup AI tools and websites for prioritized AI use cases.
- Establish prompts to build models wherever required.
- Demo AI tools to IT and business teams.
Skills You Will Gain
- Experience with various AI tools.
- Application of AI in the pharma R&D.
- Knowledge of pharma R&D processes.
Experience & Education Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or graduate degree program at an accredited academic institution in a relevant field (Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Data Science, or related discipline).
- Eligible to work in the United States.
- Must be a rising junior or senior.
- Ability to work onsite at our Nutley, NJ office three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday).
- Local candidates preferred due to the onsite requirement.
Desired Qualifications
- Willingness to be curious, work with individuals inside and outside of Security to learn about the pharma industry.
Eisai Salary Transparency Language:
The hourly rate for the R&D IT Intern - Clinical is: $25.
Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. Similarly, considering the need for reasonable accommodations, Eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans.
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Get Access To All JobsR D Engineering CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an R&D engineering job automatically qualify for CPT?
Not automatically. The position must be an integral part of your curriculum, which your DSO determines on a case-by-case basis. An R&D engineering role at a national lab or corporate research division typically qualifies when the technical scope maps to coursework in your degree plan, but your DSO must document that connection in your I-20 before you start work.
Can I do CPT at a startup or early-stage R&D firm?
Yes, employer size doesn't affect CPT eligibility. What matters is whether the role constitutes legitimate research or engineering work tied to your academic program. Startups without formal HR teams may be unfamiliar with I-20 verification, so bring your authorization documents and your DSO's contact information to any onboarding meeting to prevent delays.
How do I find R&D engineering employers open to CPT students?
Search Migrate Mate for R&D engineering roles and look for employers that have previously hired F-1 students. Employers in aerospace, semiconductor, biotech, and advanced manufacturing tend to have existing processes for CPT onboarding. Avoid assuming any employer understands CPT; confirm authorization familiarity during the offer stage, not after you've signed.
Does my CPT employer need to be E-Verify enrolled?
E-Verify enrollment is not required for standard CPT employment. It becomes mandatory only if you later apply for a STEM OPT extension, at which point your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify. Confirming enrollment status during a CPT role is still useful because it signals the employer can support a potential STEM OPT extension without friction.
What happens to my CPT authorization if my R&D project scope changes significantly?
A material change in your job duties, employer location, or employment dates typically requires a revised I-20. You can't retroactively cover new responsibilities under a prior CPT authorization. Contact your DSO as soon as the scope shifts and request an updated authorization before performing any work outside your original approval, since unauthorized employment can jeopardize your F-1 status.
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