CPT Trainee Jobs

Trainee roles on CPT let you apply classroom learning to structured, supervised work in your field before graduation. Your DSO must authorize each position, and the training program must directly connect to your degree curriculum. Most trainee programs run on a fixed schedule that aligns with your academic term.

See All Trainee Jobs

Overview

Open Jobs184+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type99% On-site
Median Salary$25K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsGiant Eagle

Showing 5 of 184+ Trainee jobs

Giant Eagle
Pharmacy Technician Trainee
We won't show you this job again
Giant Eagle
Added 1w ago
Pharmacy Technician Trainee
Giant Eagle
Columbus, Ohio
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
High School

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
MacLean-Fogg
Secondary Machine Operator, Trainee
We won't show you this job again
MacLean-Fogg
Added 1w ago
Secondary Machine Operator, Trainee
MacLean-Fogg
Farmington Hills, Michigan
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Maintenance & Repair
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
None
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital
Phlebotomist Trainee
We won't show you this job again
Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital
Added 1w ago
Phlebotomist Trainee
Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital
Rochester, New York
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$38,480 - $51,984/yr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
High School

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
CMC
Management Trainee
We won't show you this job again
CMC
Added 1w ago
Management Trainee
CMC
Magnolia, Arkansas
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Project & Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
Johnson Controls
System Representative Trainee
We won't show you this job again
Johnson Controls
Added 1w ago
System Representative Trainee
Johnson Controls
Brecksville, Ohio
Manufacturing Operations
Construction
HVAC Technician
On-Site
None
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)

See all 184+ Trainee jobs

Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Trainee roles.

Get Access To All Jobs

See all 184+ Trainee jobs

Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Trainee roles.

Get Access To All Jobs

Trainee CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a trainee role qualify for CPT authorization?

A trainee role qualifies for CPT if it's directly related to your major and is an integral part of your curriculum, meaning it must connect to a specific course or degree requirement. Your DSO makes the final determination. Structured corporate training programs, internship rotations, and apprenticeship-style roles typically qualify when the employer provides a written training plan tied to your field of study.

Can I work as a trainee on CPT before completing my first academic year?

No. F-1 students must complete one full academic year before becoming eligible for CPT. This rule applies regardless of whether the trainee position is part-time or full-time. If your program is less than a year long, such as some certificate programs, your DSO may have limited or no authority to authorize CPT at all.

How do I find trainee employers who already understand CPT?

Migrate Mate lets you search for employers with structured trainee programs that have experience working with F-1 students. Targeting companies already familiar with the CPT process matters because employers unfamiliar with DSO authorization requirements often delay or withdraw offers when they learn the I-20 must be updated before you can legally start.

Does full-time CPT in a trainee role affect my OPT eligibility?

Yes, significantly. Twelve or more months of full-time CPT authorization eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, including STEM OPT. Part-time CPT, defined as under 20 hours per week, does not count against your OPT regardless of how long you use it. Before accepting a full-time multi-term trainee role, calculate your cumulative full-time CPT months with your DSO.

What documentation do I need from a trainee employer for CPT approval?

Your DSO will typically require an offer letter or employment agreement that states the job title, start and end dates, number of hours per week, and a description of the training activities. Some schools also require a letter from the employer explaining how the role connects to your academic program. The more specific the training plan, the smoother the DSO authorization process.

See which Trainee employers are hiring and sponsoring visas right now.

Search Trainee Jobs