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Teaching Assistant jobs on CPT let F-1 students earn academic credit while supporting instruction in their field of study. Your DSO must authorize CPT before you start, and the work must directly align with your degree program. Part-time CPT (under 20 hours per week) keeps your full-time OPT eligibility intact after graduation.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Adjunct Teaching - Kennedy Center - IAS 399R: Academic Internship (International Area Studies)
Posting End Date: June 12, 2026
NOTE: Last day to apply is Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 11:59pm (MST)
Position Start Date: June 22, 2026
Required Degree: Master's Degree, preferably in an Internationally focused field of study.
Experience:
- Prior experience creating university level course material intended for online delivery.
- Ability to personalize requirements to fit the academic needs of each student on an individual level.
- Strong interpersonal skills and be prepared to work simultaneously with multiple students, faculty advisors, and department administrators to create course content tailored to meet the goals and academic requirements of all parties.
- 2+ years of university level teaching experience and/or experience working with domestic and international internship providers are preferred.
Duties/Expectations:
- Work with the Kennedy Center Internship coordinators and/or ISP program coordinators/directors to create and deliver academic content and opportunity for reflection in connection with each student’s individual internship.
- Compensate for a variety of internship start and end dates, and personalize the course based on the internship type and number of credit hours registered for.
- Provide feedback to worklogs, reflections, or other assignments in a timely manner.
- Work with Internship coordinators to ensure that the internship meets the necessary criteria to be accepted for university credit and that the student has completed the minimum required work hours.
- Be responsible to submit final grades at the end of each semester/term and will work with students to arrange an extension in the case where internship completion dates do not align with the university calendar.
- Report directly to the Kennedy Center Associate Director for Academic Programs.
- Additional responsibilities related to this course may be assigned as needed if special accommodations become necessary.
Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.
Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.
This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).
If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - Kennedy Center - IAS 399R: Academic Internship (International Area Studies)
Posting End Date: June 12, 2026
NOTE: Last day to apply is Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 11:59pm (MST)
Position Start Date: June 22, 2026
Required Degree: Master's Degree, preferably in an Internationally focused field of study.
Experience:
- Prior experience creating university level course material intended for online delivery.
- Ability to personalize requirements to fit the academic needs of each student on an individual level.
- Strong interpersonal skills and be prepared to work simultaneously with multiple students, faculty advisors, and department administrators to create course content tailored to meet the goals and academic requirements of all parties.
- 2+ years of university level teaching experience and/or experience working with domestic and international internship providers are preferred.
Duties/Expectations:
- Work with the Kennedy Center Internship coordinators and/or ISP program coordinators/directors to create and deliver academic content and opportunity for reflection in connection with each student’s individual internship.
- Compensate for a variety of internship start and end dates, and personalize the course based on the internship type and number of credit hours registered for.
- Provide feedback to worklogs, reflections, or other assignments in a timely manner.
- Work with Internship coordinators to ensure that the internship meets the necessary criteria to be accepted for university credit and that the student has completed the minimum required work hours.
- Be responsible to submit final grades at the end of each semester/term and will work with students to arrange an extension in the case where internship completion dates do not align with the university calendar.
- Report directly to the Kennedy Center Associate Director for Academic Programs.
- Additional responsibilities related to this course may be assigned as needed if special accommodations become necessary.
Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.
Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.
This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.
MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).
If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTeaching Assistant CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Teaching Assistant job qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the role directly relates to your field of study and your school's curriculum requires or offers credit for the work experience. A Teaching Assistant position in a department outside your major, or one where the connection to your coursework isn't documented, can be denied by your DSO. The burden is on you to demonstrate the academic link before authorization is granted.
Can I work as a Teaching Assistant on CPT while taking a full course load?
CPT doesn't exempt you from your program's full-time enrollment requirement. Most F-1 students on CPT must remain enrolled full-time while working, though some graduate programs allow exceptions for students in their final semester. Confirm your program's specific requirements with your DSO before accepting an offer, since violating enrollment rules can jeopardize your F-1 status.
How do I find Teaching Assistant positions at institutions familiar with CPT hiring?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Teaching Assistant postings by employer type and work authorization acceptance. Academic departments that have hired CPT students before are more likely to understand the I-20 amendment process and won't stall your start date waiting for HR to research what CPT is. Targeting those employers directly saves significant onboarding friction.
What happens to my OPT eligibility if I work as a Teaching Assistant on CPT for more than a year?
Accumulating 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your eligibility for post-completion OPT entirely. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, doesn't count toward that threshold regardless of duration. If you're considering multiple CPT positions across your program, map out the cumulative full-time equivalent hours with your DSO before each authorization.
Can I switch from one Teaching Assistant CPT role to another mid-semester?
Each CPT authorization is specific to a single employer, location, and job description listed on your I-20. Switching departments or institutions mid-semester requires a new CPT authorization from your DSO before you begin the new role. Working without updated I-20 documentation, even briefly, constitutes unauthorized employment and can affect your immigration record.