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As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate an inclusive culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.
This Job Description is for DoD SkillBridge participation and is not eligible for direct hire. CrowdStrike’s DoD SkillBridge / Career Skills Program (CSP) Internship is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29 as enacted by 10 U.S.C. Sec 1143. Eligibility is restricted to members of the U.S. Armed Forces separating honorably with greater than 180 days of continuous Active Duty. SkillBridge/CSP period of eligibility is within the final 180 days of Active-Duty service, and the SkillBridge/CSP must be completed prior to separation from Active Duty in the U.S. Armed Forces. CrowdStrike’s DoD SkillBridge/CSP Internship is open to members of all services, and all ranks and experience levels. Service members should fully review SkillBridge/CSP Job Description for requirements and qualifications of the individual position. SkillBridge participants participate in full time training with industry (40-hour work week) under permissive temporary duty military orders and are not eligible for compensation from CrowdStrike during SkillBridge participation but will continue to receive all military wages and benefits as defined by the Department of Defense. DoD SkillBridge/CSP is fully compliant with FLSA, DBA, SCA, CSHSSA and all other pertinent Federal and State labor laws.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Counter Adversary Operations (CAO) team is CrowdStrike's preeminent cyber threat intelligence wing. CAO's AI Strategy manager is seeking an entrepreneurial full stack developer intern with excellent communication skills to help develop proof-of-concepts of new GenAI solutions to support a variety of internal and customer threat intelligence workflows. This is a 12-week internship. The AI Strategy (AIS) initiative’s mission is to leverage GenAI’s rapidly growing capabilities in order to resolve pain points and deliver valuable outcomes to CrowdStrike’s internal employees and customers. The goal of the initiative is to develop solutions "from 0 to 1" before passing them over to product engineering teams for productization. The intern would be assigned to a series of related assignments as part of a larger intern project that will require them to 1) research use cases in multiple threat intelligence domains, 2) work directly with subject matter experts to identify their pain points and desired outcomes, 3) engage in limited development of specific tools (proof-of-concepts) that can help accomplish end user goals, and 4) work with product engineers to support the productization of developed tools. The intern will have the rare opportunity to work collaboratively with the department’s seasoned engineers and subject matter experts under the supervision of CAO's AI Strategy manager.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Develop proof-of-concept GenAI solutions for internal workflows where employees desire automation
- Collaborate directly with internal stakeholders, including subject matter experts, engineers, and data scientists during development
- Communicate technical capabilities and solutions to subject matter experts, as well as how they can support their specific workflows
- Report directly to AI Strategy manager on progress across projects and research
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- University degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security or related field; or alternatively years of hands-on experience in the field.
- Knowledge of programming and scripting languages, in particular Python.
- Ability to accurately express complex technical and non-technical concepts in written, verbal and graphical products.
- Strong problem solving skills are a must.
- Team player.
BONUS POINTS:
- Experience building cyber security solutions, including cyber threat intelligence tools.
- A background in intelligence or cyber security is a plus.
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program. CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions—including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs—on valid job requirements.
If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at recruiting@crowdstrike.com for further assistance.
INTRODUCTION
As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate an inclusive culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.
This Job Description is for DoD SkillBridge participation and is not eligible for direct hire. CrowdStrike’s DoD SkillBridge / Career Skills Program (CSP) Internship is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29 as enacted by 10 U.S.C. Sec 1143. Eligibility is restricted to members of the U.S. Armed Forces separating honorably with greater than 180 days of continuous Active Duty. SkillBridge/CSP period of eligibility is within the final 180 days of Active-Duty service, and the SkillBridge/CSP must be completed prior to separation from Active Duty in the U.S. Armed Forces. CrowdStrike’s DoD SkillBridge/CSP Internship is open to members of all services, and all ranks and experience levels. Service members should fully review SkillBridge/CSP Job Description for requirements and qualifications of the individual position. SkillBridge participants participate in full time training with industry (40-hour work week) under permissive temporary duty military orders and are not eligible for compensation from CrowdStrike during SkillBridge participation but will continue to receive all military wages and benefits as defined by the Department of Defense. DoD SkillBridge/CSP is fully compliant with FLSA, DBA, SCA, CSHSSA and all other pertinent Federal and State labor laws.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Counter Adversary Operations (CAO) team is CrowdStrike's preeminent cyber threat intelligence wing. CAO's AI Strategy manager is seeking an entrepreneurial full stack developer intern with excellent communication skills to help develop proof-of-concepts of new GenAI solutions to support a variety of internal and customer threat intelligence workflows. This is a 12-week internship. The AI Strategy (AIS) initiative’s mission is to leverage GenAI’s rapidly growing capabilities in order to resolve pain points and deliver valuable outcomes to CrowdStrike’s internal employees and customers. The goal of the initiative is to develop solutions "from 0 to 1" before passing them over to product engineering teams for productization. The intern would be assigned to a series of related assignments as part of a larger intern project that will require them to 1) research use cases in multiple threat intelligence domains, 2) work directly with subject matter experts to identify their pain points and desired outcomes, 3) engage in limited development of specific tools (proof-of-concepts) that can help accomplish end user goals, and 4) work with product engineers to support the productization of developed tools. The intern will have the rare opportunity to work collaboratively with the department’s seasoned engineers and subject matter experts under the supervision of CAO's AI Strategy manager.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Develop proof-of-concept GenAI solutions for internal workflows where employees desire automation
- Collaborate directly with internal stakeholders, including subject matter experts, engineers, and data scientists during development
- Communicate technical capabilities and solutions to subject matter experts, as well as how they can support their specific workflows
- Report directly to AI Strategy manager on progress across projects and research
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- University degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security or related field; or alternatively years of hands-on experience in the field.
- Knowledge of programming and scripting languages, in particular Python.
- Ability to accurately express complex technical and non-technical concepts in written, verbal and graphical products.
- Strong problem solving skills are a must.
- Team player.
BONUS POINTS:
- Experience building cyber security solutions, including cyber threat intelligence tools.
- A background in intelligence or cyber security is a plus.
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program. CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions—including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs—on valid job requirements.
If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at recruiting@crowdstrike.com for further assistance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Genai Engineer
Lead with your STEM OPT eligibility
GenAI roles almost always qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Make your degree field and graduation date visible on your resume so hiring managers know upfront you have a three-year authorization window, not just 12 months.
Target companies already sponsoring AI engineers
Focus on employers with an established H-1B visa sponsorship track record in machine learning and software engineering. Companies that have sponsored similar roles before are far more likely to extend sponsorship when your OPT period ends.
Anchor your resume to specific GenAI frameworks
List LangChain, LlamaIndex, OpenAI API, Hugging Face Transformers, and vector databases like Pinecone or Weaviate explicitly. Recruiters filter by these terms, and specificity signals hands-on experience rather than surface-level familiarity.
Highlight production experience, not just prototypes
Employers sponsoring OPT students want engineers who ship. If you've deployed a RAG pipeline, fine-tuned a model for a real use case, or integrated an LLM into a production system, describe the outcome and scale, not just the tools.
Apply before your OPT start date when possible
Many GenAI teams hire months in advance. Starting your job search before your OPT authorization begins gives employers time to process paperwork and onboard you without gaps, which reduces friction around your authorization status.
Prepare to explain your authorization timeline clearly
Know your OPT end date, your STEM extension eligibility, and your H-1B cap-subject timeline. Employers ask these questions early. Candidates who answer confidently reduce the perceived risk of sponsoring an international hire.
Genai Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a GenAI Engineer on F-1 OPT?
Yes. GenAI Engineer roles qualify as practical training directly related to degrees in computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, and related STEM fields. If your degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code, you're also eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension after your initial 12-month period, giving you up to three years of authorized work before needing H-1B sponsorship.
Do GenAI Engineer employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Many do, particularly mid-size and large technology companies, AI startups with institutional funding, and enterprise software firms building internal AI products. The demand for GenAI talent currently outpaces supply, which makes employers more willing to invest in sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters job listings by sponsorship history, so you can focus on employers with a verified track record rather than guessing.
Does a GenAI Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, electrical engineering, data science, or applied mathematics, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you qualify to apply for the 24-month extension. The GenAI Engineer role itself typically satisfies the practical training requirement because it applies STEM knowledge directly.
What degree backgrounds do employers accept for GenAI Engineer roles on OPT?
Most employers hiring GenAI Engineers expect a degree in computer science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, data science, or a closely related engineering field. Some roles accept degrees in mathematics or statistics when paired with strong applied experience. A degree in an unrelated field makes it harder to justify OPT authorization for this specific job title, and STEM extension eligibility would not apply.
How do I find GenAI Engineer jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Standard job boards don't filter by sponsorship willingness or OPT-friendliness, which means you spend time on roles that won't move forward. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 students and OPT holders, with listings from employers who are open to international candidates. Searching there lets you focus your effort on companies where your authorization status isn't an automatic disqualifier.