CPT Supply Chain Associate Jobs
Supply Chain Associate CPT jobs let F-1 students apply coursework in procurement, logistics, and inventory management to real operations. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the work must directly fulfill a curricular requirement. Part-time CPT (under 20 hours per week) keeps your full-time OPT eligibility intact after graduation.
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At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
The Supply Chain AI & Data team drives the strategic transformation of our operations in alignment with Vision 2030. We are building the next evolution of data on AI—moving beyond traditional analytics to architect an intelligent, autonomous supply chain ecosystem. As the strategic engine behind critical initiatives like Project Falcon, our mission is to fundamentally redefine how the business operates, turning complex logistical challenges into proactive, resilient, and forward-looking capabilities.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Supply Chain Applied AI Engineering Intern, you will embed directly with our engineering team to help build the future of intelligent supply chain operations. Tailored for students currently pursuing their Bachelor's degree, this internship offers hands-on experience developing practical AI applications. You will contribute to high-impact projects, specifically focusing on advancing our conversational AI interfaces and assisting in the development of autonomous AI agents. Under the mentorship of senior engineers, you will gain real-world experience turning operational challenges into AI-driven solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Conversational AI Development: Assist in building, testing, and refining Large Language Model (LLM) tools (such as chatbots and RAG systems) that allow supply chain teams to query complex data using natural language.
- Agentic AI Support: Help prototype and experiment with AI agents designed to automate specific supply chain tasks and workflows.
- Data Preparation: Use Python and SQL to extract, clean, and format operational data, ensuring our AI models and LLMs have access to high-quality information.
- Collaborative Engineering: Participate in daily stand-ups, code reviews, and brainstorming sessions, learning modern software engineering and AI deployment best practices.
- Project Presentation: End your internship by presenting your project outcomes and technical learnings to team leadership and key stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Generative AI Exposure: Experience tinkering with LLM APIs (like OpenAI) or a basic understanding of prompt engineering.
- Development Tools: Familiarity with code versioning (Git/GitHub) and working in IDEs like VS Code or Jupyter Notebooks.
- Supply Chain Curiosity: An interest in understanding how global logistics, inventory, and operations function.
- Programming Foundations: Proficient in Python through coursework or personal projects, with a basic understanding of data manipulation (e.g., Pandas, dictionaries, lists).
- Database Basics: Foundational knowledge of SQL and how to query relational databases.
- AI/ML Interest: A strong, demonstrated interest in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or Natural Language Processing (NLP) via academic coursework, hackathons, or personal portfolio projects.
- Problem Solving: A proactive, curious mindset with a willingness to learn new frameworks quickly and tackle open-ended problems.
- Rising Junior or Senior preferred.
Basic Requirements
Education: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field with a graduation date no later than Dec. 2030.
Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Intern
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
The Supply Chain AI & Data team drives the strategic transformation of our operations in alignment with Vision 2030. We are building the next evolution of data on AI—moving beyond traditional analytics to architect an intelligent, autonomous supply chain ecosystem. As the strategic engine behind critical initiatives like Project Falcon, our mission is to fundamentally redefine how the business operates, turning complex logistical challenges into proactive, resilient, and forward-looking capabilities.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Supply Chain Applied AI Engineering Intern, you will embed directly with our engineering team to help build the future of intelligent supply chain operations. Tailored for students currently pursuing their Bachelor's degree, this internship offers hands-on experience developing practical AI applications. You will contribute to high-impact projects, specifically focusing on advancing our conversational AI interfaces and assisting in the development of autonomous AI agents. Under the mentorship of senior engineers, you will gain real-world experience turning operational challenges into AI-driven solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Conversational AI Development: Assist in building, testing, and refining Large Language Model (LLM) tools (such as chatbots and RAG systems) that allow supply chain teams to query complex data using natural language.
- Agentic AI Support: Help prototype and experiment with AI agents designed to automate specific supply chain tasks and workflows.
- Data Preparation: Use Python and SQL to extract, clean, and format operational data, ensuring our AI models and LLMs have access to high-quality information.
- Collaborative Engineering: Participate in daily stand-ups, code reviews, and brainstorming sessions, learning modern software engineering and AI deployment best practices.
- Project Presentation: End your internship by presenting your project outcomes and technical learnings to team leadership and key stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Generative AI Exposure: Experience tinkering with LLM APIs (like OpenAI) or a basic understanding of prompt engineering.
- Development Tools: Familiarity with code versioning (Git/GitHub) and working in IDEs like VS Code or Jupyter Notebooks.
- Supply Chain Curiosity: An interest in understanding how global logistics, inventory, and operations function.
- Programming Foundations: Proficient in Python through coursework or personal projects, with a basic understanding of data manipulation (e.g., Pandas, dictionaries, lists).
- Database Basics: Foundational knowledge of SQL and how to query relational databases.
- AI/ML Interest: A strong, demonstrated interest in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or Natural Language Processing (NLP) via academic coursework, hackathons, or personal portfolio projects.
- Problem Solving: A proactive, curious mindset with a willingness to learn new frameworks quickly and tackle open-ended problems.
- Rising Junior or Senior preferred.
Basic Requirements
Education: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field with a graduation date no later than Dec. 2030.
Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Intern
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
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Get Access To All JobsSupply Chain Associate CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Supply Chain Associate role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the work directly integrates with your academic program. Supply chain roles covering procurement, demand forecasting, inventory control, or logistics operations typically satisfy curricular relevance when your degree program includes coursework in those areas. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring a copy of the job description and the relevant course syllabus to your authorization meeting.
Can I do CPT for a Supply Chain Associate job at a company with multiple warehouse or distribution sites?
Yes, but your CPT authorization must list every work location where you'll be physically present. Supply chain roles often involve rotating across facilities or visiting supplier sites. If your primary office is listed but you regularly work from a distribution center, your I-20 must reflect that. Notify your DSO before working at any site not already authorized.
How does part-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility for supply chain jobs after graduation?
Part-time CPT, defined as fewer than 20 hours per week, has no impact on your OPT eligibility regardless of how many semesters you use it. Only full-time CPT totaling 12 months or more eliminates your OPT. If you're planning to pursue full-time supply chain roles after graduation using OPT, keeping your CPT part-time throughout your program protects that option.
What should I look for in an employer offering Supply Chain Associate CPT roles?
Focus on employers who have previously worked with F-1 students on CPT or OPT, since they understand the authorization timeline and won't withdraw an offer because of paperwork delays. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with a track record of sponsoring international students in supply chain and operations roles, which narrows your search to companies already comfortable with the process.
Can I use CPT for a Supply Chain Associate role that requires occasional travel to supplier or vendor sites?
Yes, provided the travel is incidental to your primary work location and not a separate worksite requiring its own authorization. If the role regularly places you at a supplier facility for extended periods, that location may need to be added to your CPT authorization. Clarify the travel expectations with your employer before your DSO submits the authorization, so your I-20 reflects the full scope of the work.