CPT Technical Intern Jobs

Technical Intern jobs on CPT let F-1 students apply classroom engineering or computer science concepts directly in industry settings. Your DSO must authorize CPT before your start date, and the role must connect explicitly to your program of study. Part-time CPT (under 20 hours per week) keeps your full-time OPT eligibility intact after graduation.

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Xcel Energy
Gas Operations Technical Specialist Intern
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Xcel Energy
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Gas Operations Technical Specialist Intern
Xcel Energy
Brighton, Colorado
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Project Management
$19 - $21/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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AMD
Technical Program Manager Intern
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AMD
Added 1d ago
Technical Program Manager Intern
AMD
Santa Clara, California
Technical Product & Program Management
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Project & Program Management
Technical Program Management
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Project Management
Hybrid
Doctorate
5,001-10,000

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Simpson Gumpertz & Heger
Technical Intern
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Simpson Gumpertz & Heger
Added 1d ago
Technical Intern
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger
Los Angeles, California
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Structural Engineering
$30 - $38/hr
On-Site
None

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Hypertherm
Intern - Hypertherm Technical Services
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Hypertherm
Added 4d ago
Intern - Hypertherm Technical Services
Hypertherm
Lebanon, New Hampshire
Customer Service & Support
Technical Product & Program Management
Customer Support
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Capitol Aggregates
Technical Services Intern
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Capitol Aggregates
Added 5d ago
Technical Services Intern
Capitol Aggregates
San Antonio, Texas
Laboratory Research
Environmental & Physical Sciences
On-Site
Associate's

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Technical Intern CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Technical Intern role qualify for CPT authorization?

Yes, if the internship is directly tied to your field of study and your school's curriculum requires or recognizes the practical training component. Technical Intern positions in software development, systems engineering, or data analysis typically satisfy the curricular nexus requirement. Your DSO makes the final determination, so bring a job description to your authorization meeting.

How does part-time versus full-time CPT affect my OPT eligibility?

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. Full-time CPT used for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. If your Technical Intern role is full-time, track your cumulative CPT hours carefully across all employers and semesters.

Can I work remotely as a Technical Intern on CPT?

Remote work is permitted on CPT, but the worksite address on your I-20 must reflect where you will actually be working. If you work from home, your home address is the worksite. If the employer later asks you to work from a different location, your DSO needs to update your I-20 before you begin working from the new site.

What happens if my Technical Intern start date changes after CPT is authorized?

Your DSO must issue an updated I-20 reflecting the new start date before you begin work. Working even one day before your CPT authorization start date is a status violation. Contact your DSO immediately when a start date shifts, and do not report to work until the corrected I-20 is in hand.

Where can I find Technical Intern jobs that are open to CPT students?

Migrate Mate lists Technical Intern roles from employers with verified international hiring history, which helps you identify companies already familiar with CPT authorization requirements. Filtering by role type and location lets you target employers whose technical teams have processed F-1 work authorization before, reducing back-and-forth with HR about what CPT is.