CPT Strategy Intern Jobs
Strategy Intern roles sit at the intersection of business analysis, competitive research, and organizational decision-making, making them a strong CPT fit for graduate students in business, management, or economics programs. Your DSO must confirm the internship is an integral part of your curriculum before you start, so align your offer letter with your program's learning objectives early.
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JOB SUMMARY
We are hiring a Strategic Sourcing Intern for the Procurement team. As a Strategic Sourcing Intern, you will be exposed to the business and provided with hands-on projects and experiences, such as working on 7-step sourcing projects, using data and analytics to support decision-making for the business. In this role, you will work directly with various stakeholder departments to help drive value generation for the larger organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist with various tasks and projects assigned by supervisor and team members.
- Conduct research and gather data to support ongoing projects or initiatives.
- Collaborate with team members to develop and implement strategies.
- Participate in team meetings and provide input or suggestions as appropriate.
- Support the development and maintenance of databases, spreadsheets, and other relevant tools.
- Adhere to company policy.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Seek opportunities to learn and grow in field of interest.
- Complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently and within specified deadlines.
- May perform administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and organizing documents.
- Attend/complete training as needed to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Other duties as assigned.
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
- Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.
- Team Player - Works cooperatively and effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, willingly assisting others and fostering a positive and productive team environment. Treats other employees or customers with courtesy, dignity and respect.
- Interpersonal Savvy - Engages openly and comfortably with diverse groups, demonstrating tact, sensitivity, and consideration to ease interpersonal situations. Quickly establishes rapport and fosters positive connections.
- Work Ethic - Committed to high-quality work, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.
- Commitment to Learning - Applies intellect to the fullest, welcoming activities that require one to stretch.
- Adaptability - Adapts to new conditions, is flexible and open-minded when facing challenges, and maintains high performance during change.
Education
- Must be currently enrolled and be in good standing with their College/University and be pursuing a degree in a related field to the internship.
- Junior or Senior level is preferred.
Experience
- Previous work experience is a plus but is not required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of Data warehouse technology, visualization solutions like Tableau, ingestion technologies, SQL, Python, and other similar technologies.
- Excellent computer skills and experience utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Google Mail.
- Good oral and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
- Should demonstrate tenacity and the ability to work on teams, take instruction, the desire for learning all areas of the work involved.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Motivated, self-starter; Ability to work independently without direct supervision and as part of a team well.
- Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges.
- Able to relate to all levels of people.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Some travel may be required. May require driving between operating locations.
- May involve exposure to dust, dirt and noise.
- May work in an office setting and that requires sitting/standing for extended periods of time.
- If in an operations setting must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand, sit and walk for long periods of time.
- Requires the use of computerized equipment and technology.
- This position requires knowledge and awareness of site hazards. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Oracle Business Environment and other software packages relevant to the position.
- Weekly meetings of Google meet with other interns with Division Training Manager.
- Prepare a presentation summarizing their training near the end of the program to be given in front of Managers/Supervisor, HR and other interns.
Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.
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Get Access To All JobsStrategy Intern CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Strategy Intern role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the internship is an integral part of your curriculum. Strategy intern work, competitive analysis, market research, business modeling, typically maps to courses in business strategy, economics, or management. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring the offer letter and connect each listed job duty to a specific course or program requirement before requesting authorization.
Can I do a strategy internship part-time on CPT while taking classes?
Yes. Part-time CPT is 20 hours or fewer per week while school is in session and doesn't affect your OPT eligibility, regardless of how many semesters you use it. Full-time CPT, more than 20 hours per week, counts against your OPT: 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates it entirely, so confirm your weekly hours with your DSO before your start date.
What documents do I need to start a CPT strategy internship?
You need a DSO-authorized I-20 with the CPT endorsement, the employer's offer letter, and your valid F-1 visa status. The offer letter must include the employer name, job title, start and end dates, and weekly hours. You don't need a separate EAD card for CPT, the updated I-20 is your work authorization document. Never start work before your DSO issues the updated I-20.
How do I find Strategy Intern roles where employers already understand CPT?
Many smaller companies have never hired an F-1 student and don't know what CPT requires of them. Migrate Mate lists strategy internship roles filtered for employers with documented experience sponsoring international students and F-1 work authorization, which reduces the time you spend educating HR about the process before getting an offer.
Does my strategy internship employer need to file anything with USCIS for CPT?
No. CPT authorization is entirely school-based. USCIS is not involved, the employer files nothing, and there's no government fee. Your DSO updates your I-20 and that document authorizes your employment. The employer's only obligation is to verify your work authorization during I-9 onboarding, which your endorsed I-20 satisfies. This is one reason CPT is faster to activate than most other F-1 employment categories.