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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Work Type91% On-site
Top LocationNew York, NY
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Summer 2027 FOX Sports Internship Program
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Summer 2027 FOX Sports Internship Program
Fox Corporation
Los Angeles, California
$20.00/hr
On-Site
None
51-200

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Equine Sports Management Intern
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Equine Sports Management Intern
Auburn University
Auburn University, Alabama
$12 - $18/hr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Raven Sports Network Pre-Game/Halftime Producer
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Raven Sports Network Pre-Game/Halftime Producer
Franklin Pierce University
Rindge, New Hampshire
Multimedia Production
Events & Tourism
Videography
Video Editing
Event Planning
Photography
On-Site
None

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Sales Support Intern (Sports & Emerging Products)
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Sales Support Intern (Sports & Emerging Products)
Yieldmo, Inc.
Remote
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Success
Marketing
Business Development
$73k/yr
Remote (US)
Associate's

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Intern, Applied Sports Science
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Added 8mo ago
Intern, Applied Sports Science
The University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas
On-Site
Associate's

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Sports CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

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.