CPT Systems Engineer Jobs

Systems Engineer CPT jobs let you apply network architecture, embedded systems, or infrastructure design work directly toward your degree requirements. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the role's technical scope has to connect to your program's curriculum, a requirement that actually filters for the most relevant placements.

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Open Jobs291+
Work Type88% On-site
Top LocationDenver, CO
Most JobsAffiliated Engineers, Inc

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Motorola Solutions
Business Systems Analyst Internship
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Motorola Solutions
New 3h ago
Business Systems Analyst Internship
Motorola Solutions
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Business Analyst
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Geneva Trading
Systems Support Analyst Intern
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Geneva Trading
New 18h ago
Systems Support Analyst Intern
Geneva Trading
Chicago, Illinois
IT Support & Systems Administration
Customer Service & Support
IT Support
Customer Support
$30 - $35/hr
On-Site
Associate's
51-200

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Infineon Technologies
Intern - Data Center Power Systems
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Infineon Technologies
New 21h ago
Intern - Data Center Power Systems
Infineon Technologies
El Segundo, California
Electrical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Technical Program Management
$21 - $35/hr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Cisco
Software Engineer Embedded Systems I
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Cisco
Added 1d ago
Software Engineer Embedded Systems I
Cisco
San Jose, California
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Embedded Systems Engineering
DevOps
Backend Engineering
$44k - $185k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Fluor Corp.
Engineering Technician I- Control Systems Intern
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Fluor Corp.
Added 1d ago
Engineering Technician I- Control Systems Intern
Fluor Corp.
Houston, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$43k - $66k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Systems Engineer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Systems Engineer CPT position have to be full-time?

No. CPT can be part-time (less than 20 hours per week) or full-time (20 hours or more). Part-time CPT doesn't affect your OPT eligibility. Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT entirely, so most F-1 students working during the academic year keep it part-time and reserve full-time CPT for co-op or internship semesters where the program is structured around it.

Can I do CPT at a defense contractor or federal systems integrator?

Yes, but some defense contractors require security clearances or citizenship for certain projects, which would disqualify F-1 students from those specific roles. Many large defense-adjacent systems engineering firms have unclassified engineering divisions that actively hire CPT students. Confirm with the employer which project you'd be assigned to and whether it has any citizenship or clearance requirements before your DSO submits authorization.

How do I find Systems Engineer jobs that are open to CPT students?

Search Migrate Mate for Systems Engineer roles filtered by employers with LCA filing history. These employers have already engaged with DOL labor condition requirements, which correlates with familiarity with work authorization processes. Look for job postings that reference 'all work authorization considered' or list CPT and OPT explicitly, and prioritize roles in engineering, defense technology, cloud infrastructure, and telecommunications.

Does my Systems Engineer CPT job need to match my exact degree program?

It needs to be an integral and required part of your curriculum, not a perfect title match. A computer engineering or electrical engineering student can authorize CPT for a systems engineering role if the technical scope, such as embedded systems design, network architecture, or systems integration, is covered in their coursework. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring specific course descriptions when you request authorization.

What happens to my CPT authorization if my employer changes my start date?

Your CPT authorization is tied to the exact dates on your I-20. If your employer pushes the start date, you can't begin work until your DSO issues a new I-20 reflecting the revised dates. Starting before the updated I-20 is issued counts as unauthorized employment, which can invalidate your entire F-1 status. Contact your DSO as soon as the employer confirms any date change, not after.