CPT Sports Jobs
Sports CPT jobs let F-1 students apply coursework in kinesiology, sports management, exercise science, or athletic training directly in professional, collegiate, or fitness settings. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the role must connect to your degree program, not just your interest in the field.
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This opportunity provides students with a hands-on experience through our veterinarians, veterinary students, coaches, and barn staff to master a higher level of equine practices to better prepare them for veterinary school and/or the equine industry. This position can work during the Fall and Spring semesters.
This is a pooled posting.
Responsibilities:
Interns will master skills pertaining to the following:
- General Horse Care of Equine Athlete
- Medical Care of Equine Athlete
- Physical Therapy and Care of Equine Athlete
- Management of Equine Events
This opportunity provides students with hands-on learning experiences through the Auburn Equestrian team and cultivates connections for future internships or jobs within the equine industry.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Animal Science major
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at Auburn University
PAY RANGE: USD $12.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.
WHY WORK AT AUBURN?:
Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?
- Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
- Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
- Make a difference! Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement:
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.
Overview:
This opportunity provides students with a hands-on experience through our veterinarians, veterinary students, coaches, and barn staff to master a higher level of equine practices to better prepare them for veterinary school and/or the equine industry. This position can work during the Fall and Spring semesters.
This is a pooled posting.
Responsibilities:
Interns will master skills pertaining to the following:
- General Horse Care of Equine Athlete
- Medical Care of Equine Athlete
- Physical Therapy and Care of Equine Athlete
- Management of Equine Events
This opportunity provides students with hands-on learning experiences through the Auburn Equestrian team and cultivates connections for future internships or jobs within the equine industry.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Animal Science major
- Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at Auburn University
PAY RANGE: USD $12.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.
WHY WORK AT AUBURN?:
Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?
- Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
- Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
- Make a difference! Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement:
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.
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Which sports roles qualify for CPT authorization?
CPT applies to roles where the work is an integral part of your established curriculum, not just related to your interests. A sports analytics internship qualifies for a data science or statistics student. A coaching assistant role qualifies for a kinesiology or physical education student. Your DSO evaluates the connection between the specific job duties and your program's required coursework, so the job description matters as much as the job title.
Can I do CPT at a professional sports team or league?
Yes, professional teams, leagues, and their affiliated organizations can sponsor CPT students, but their HR departments vary widely in experience with F-1 work authorization. Operations, analytics, marketing, and sports medicine roles at professional organizations are the most common placements. The employer doesn't file anything with USCIS for CPT, but they do need to provide documentation your DSO requires to update your I-20.
Does full-time CPT in a sports role affect my OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT lasting 12 months or more, even across multiple employers or academic years, eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely under F-1 regulations. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, has no effect on OPT regardless of duration. If your sports internship requires full-time hours for a semester or more, calculate your cumulative CPT time carefully before accepting.
How do I find sports employers who are comfortable hiring CPT students?
University athletic departments, sports medicine clinics, fitness organizations, and sports analytics firms with established internship programs are the most CPT-familiar employers. You can search Migrate Mate to identify organizations in the sports sector that have a track record of working with international students and filing work authorization documents, which signals they have HR processes in place.
What documents does my sports employer need to provide for CPT authorization?
Your DSO typically requires a written offer letter with the employer's name, your job title, the start and end dates, your work location, and your weekly hours. Some schools also require a training plan or internship agreement that describes the learning objectives and how the role connects to your coursework. Your employer doesn't submit anything to USCIS, but gaps in their offer letter are the most common reason CPT authorization is delayed.