CPT Research Jobs
Research roles on CPT span academic labs, think tanks, and private R&D teams. Your DSO must authorize each position as integral to your degree, so bring a detailed offer letter describing your research duties and how they connect to your program's learning objectives.
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The Paid Internship is designed to provide meaningful educational experiences that bridge academic learning with practical application. Interns work under general supervision and are given opportunities to apply classroom principles in a professional setting. The role emphasizes learning through doing, with tasks that reflect real-world challenges in historical research and data management. Interns are expected to demonstrate initiative, professionalism, and a commitment to the mission of the Family History Department.
This is a part-time internship with a hybrid schedule (at home some days and at the Family History Library some days).
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyze data
- Examine sensitive records
- Quickly learn new FamilySearch products
- Complete assignments from management
- Meet challenging deadlines
- Collaborate effectively with team members
- Follow direction and pay close attention to details
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently enrolled in or within a year of graduating with a degree from a College or University with a degree in Family History.
- Experience in data analysis with highly developed and refined genealogical researching skills that provide confidence in performing research on department projects.
- Genealogical research experience beyond academic requirements. Keen attention to detail.
- Thorough understanding of original and derivative sources. Exceptional organizational skills.
- Proficiency with technology and computer programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Desire to learn and develop new skills.
- Positive attitude that enhances the team’s culture.
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
The Paid Internship is designed to provide meaningful educational experiences that bridge academic learning with practical application. Interns work under general supervision and are given opportunities to apply classroom principles in a professional setting. The role emphasizes learning through doing, with tasks that reflect real-world challenges in historical research and data management. Interns are expected to demonstrate initiative, professionalism, and a commitment to the mission of the Family History Department.
This is a part-time internship with a hybrid schedule (at home some days and at the Family History Library some days).
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyze data
- Examine sensitive records
- Quickly learn new FamilySearch products
- Complete assignments from management
- Meet challenging deadlines
- Collaborate effectively with team members
- Follow direction and pay close attention to details
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently enrolled in or within a year of graduating with a degree from a College or University with a degree in Family History.
- Experience in data analysis with highly developed and refined genealogical researching skills that provide confidence in performing research on department projects.
- Genealogical research experience beyond academic requirements. Keen attention to detail.
- Thorough understanding of original and derivative sources. Exceptional organizational skills.
- Proficiency with technology and computer programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Desire to learn and develop new skills.
- Positive attitude that enhances the team’s culture.
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsResearch CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a research role qualify for CPT authorization?
A research role qualifies if your DSO can document that the work is an integral part of your current curriculum, not just related to your field. That usually means linking the position's duties to a specific course, thesis, or dissertation requirement. Roles in academic labs, think tanks, government agencies, and private R&D departments have all been successfully authorized, provided the offer letter is specific enough for your DSO to make that connection.
Can I do CPT at a research institution that isn't affiliated with my university?
Yes, CPT doesn't require institutional affiliation between your employer and your school. What matters is whether your DSO can verify the academic connection on your end. A federal research agency, a private biotech lab, or an independent think tank all qualify as long as your offer letter describes research duties that map to your degree program's learning objectives and your DSO signs off.
How do I find research employers who are willing to authorize CPT?
Start on Migrate Mate, which filters research roles by employers with a documented history of hiring F-1 students. Beyond that, university career centers often maintain lists of labs and organizations that have hosted CPT students before. Prioritize employers who ask for your I-20 upfront or mention CPT in the job description, since they already understand the authorization process and won't treat it as a last-minute complication.
What happens to my CPT authorization if my research project ends early?
CPT is employer-specific and position-specific. If your research project wraps up before your authorized end date, you can't automatically transfer that authorization to a different employer or project. You'd need a new CPT authorization from your DSO for any subsequent role. Your I-20 end date for the original CPT remains unchanged, but working beyond the project without new authorization would violate your F-1 status.
Does full-time CPT in a research role affect my OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT authorized for 12 months or more eliminates your post-completion OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, regardless of duration, doesn't affect OPT. If you're considering a full-time research placement that extends past 12 months, factor in the OPT trade-off before accepting. Many F-1 students in research-heavy programs intentionally keep individual CPT authorizations under 12 months or structure their work as part-time to preserve OPT.