CPT Software Engineering Manager Jobs

Software Engineering Manager roles on CPT require your DSO to confirm the position is an integral part of your enrolled program, typically an engineering management or computer science curriculum. Full-time CPT is standard for these roles, but using 12 or more months of full-time CPT affects OPT eligibility, so coordinate your authorization timeline carefully before signing an offer.

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Software Engineering Intern
Gemini
New York City Metropolitan Area
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
$50/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Software Engineering Co-op
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Software Engineering Co-op
Hitachi Energy
Liberty, South Carolina
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
Hybrid
High School
10,000+

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Software Engineering Intern
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Software Engineering Intern
Danfoss
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Software Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Backend Engineering
$47k - $50k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Software Engineering Intern
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Software Engineering Intern
Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance
Indianapolis, Indiana
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
On-Site
High School

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Software Engineering Intern
Paylocity
Pittsford, New York
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Backend Engineering
$30/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Software Engineering Manager CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Software Engineering Manager role qualify for CPT authorization?

It qualifies if your DSO can document a direct connection between the position and your enrolled curriculum. Engineering management, product development, or advanced systems courses are the most defensible ties. The position description should align with your program's learning outcomes, and your DSO will need that documentation before issuing the CPT authorization on your I-20.

Can I work full-time as a Software Engineering Manager on CPT?

Full-time CPT is permitted, but you must account for the 12-month rule. If you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT across all authorizations, you lose OPT eligibility permanently. Many F-1 students in management roles prefer part-time CPT during the academic year to preserve OPT, then transition to full-time during summer or a final semester.

What documentation do I need to secure CPT for a management role?

You'll need a formal job offer letter specifying the role title, start date, hours per week, and work location. Your DSO will also require evidence that the position connects to your academic program, such as a faculty letter or course requirement documentation. Some schools require a signed learning agreement between you, your employer, and the institution.

How do I find Software Engineering Manager roles where employers understand CPT?

Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified sponsorship and LCA filing history for technical management titles. Employers already experienced with LCA filings for engineering roles are more likely to understand CPT authorization requirements and have HR processes in place to onboard F-1 students without lengthy internal approval delays.

Will CPT experience as a Software Engineering Manager count toward future H-1B sponsorship?

CPT work experience is fully creditable as U.S. work history when an employer files your H-1B visa petition. Your time managing engineering teams, scoping technical projects, and leading software delivery under CPT authorization strengthens the specialty occupation argument and demonstrates the degree-level complexity USCIS evaluates for managerial roles in technical fields.