Manufacturing CPT Jobs in Arizona
F-1 CPT manufacturing jobs in Arizona are concentrated in the Greater Phoenix metro, where companies like Intel, Honeywell, and Raytheon Technologies operate large facilities that regularly bring on engineering and technical interns. Tucson's aerospace and defense manufacturing sector adds further opportunities, making Arizona one of the more active states for F-1 CPT sponsorship in this industry.
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it's what's inside that counts
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There’s more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it’s the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:
- Hands-on experience in real-world projects across our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills, and offices
- Mentorship and guidance from industry professionals committed to helping interns grow and succeed
- Exposure to multiple departments, giving interns a broad understanding of our business and operations
- Opportunities to innovate, contribute ideas, and make a meaningful impact from day one
- A collaborative and inclusive culture that values fresh perspectives and diverse backgrounds
- Pathways to full-time employment, with many interns transitioning into long-term careers at CMC
Why This Job
CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you’ll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.
- Cross-train through the department to learn hands-on skills related to industrial/engineering technologies
- Complete & Analyze time and motion studies
- Document and report/suggest changes
- Work with leadership on ways to improve & sustain processes
- Create/Review/Update existing process flow layouts
- Work closely with other on the CMC Team work on process improvement initiatives & projects
- Identify, evaluate, and recommend cost saving opportunities by identifying process, quality and safety related improvement projects
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management or similar field
- Excellent quantitative and analytical skills with an aptitude of problem solving
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to work in teams and to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization
- Able to work independently, take initiative and drive for results with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Proficient in MS Office programs – Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio
- Knowledge of Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Time Study, 5S, Kanban, Standardization, JIT, PDCA preferred
- Presentation/Report on an improvement project at the end of internship
- Must meet CMC attendance standards
- Ability to interact with coworkers and customers in a positive manner, follow directions and work rules and accept constructive feedback required
- Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, lift, kneel, squat, crawl and reach
- Ability to work overtime as necessary outside of normally scheduled shift with little or no advance notification required, including weekends and holidays
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Able to work a flexible schedule to include 40 hour work weeks appropriate semesters
- Knowledge of processes in Microsoft windows, engineering software such as Auto CAD and Solid Works
- Ability to understand and apply ISO work instructions and standard operating practices and procedures
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, highly motivated, and self-starter
- Use good decision making and problem solving skills to understand and meet customer expectations
- Work in varying temperature and weather conditions
- Understanding of Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement processes
- Must possess a strong interest in Industrial Engineering Technologies and be enrolled at Junior/Senior level education
- Able to work a flexible schedule to include 40 hour work weeks during summer (June-August)
- Working knowledge of engineering software such as Auto CAD and Solid Works programs and processes in Microsoft windows preferred
- Ability to manipulate and utilize Working Drawings
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, highly motivated, and a self-starter
- Use good decision making and problem-solving skills to understand and meet customer expectations
- Able to work in a team environment
- Work in varying temperatures and weather conditions
- Understand Manufacturing processes and maintenance reliability
- Previous internship experiences preferred
Your Education
Currently enrolled in an Industrial Engineering or Operations Management program. (Junior/Senior level preferred).
Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program.
We are CMC, a Fortune 500® company at the leading edge of our industry. Our construction reinforcement and steel products have supported construction projects and structures around the world. The secret to our success? We’ve built our legacy by assembling a team of innovators and doers to tackle some of the most challenging construction reinforcement problems facing our world for more than 100 years — and we’re just getting started.
If you’re ready to join a team working to make our industry more sustainable, support the bridges, roadways, buildings and infrastructure that connects our communities, and do meaningful work, you’re ready to join CMC. Apply today and start moving your career — and our world — forward. Let's build a better world!
CMC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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Search Manufacturing Jobs in ArizonaManufacturing CPT Sponsorship Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
Which manufacturing companies in Arizona sponsor F-1 CPT visas?
Large manufacturers with established university recruiting programs are the most consistent sponsors. In Arizona, that includes Intel (semiconductor fabrication in Chandler), Honeywell Aerospace (Phoenix and Tucson), Raytheon Technologies (Tucson), and ON Semiconductor (Phoenix). These companies have existing infrastructure for work authorization compliance, which makes CPT arrangements more feasible than at smaller manufacturers without dedicated HR teams.
Which cities in Arizona have the most manufacturing F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Phoenix and its surrounding metro cities, including Chandler, Tempe, and Mesa, account for the largest share of manufacturing F-1 CPT opportunities in Arizona, driven by semiconductor, electronics, and aerospace manufacturing clusters. Tucson is a strong secondary market, particularly in defense and aerospace manufacturing, with proximity to the University of Arizona generating additional intern demand from local manufacturers.
What types of manufacturing roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Arizona?
Roles with a clear connection to a student's degree program are the qualifying factor, not the industry itself. In Arizona manufacturing, that typically means positions in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, supply chain management, materials science, and quality assurance. Internships in semiconductor process engineering and aerospace systems integration are particularly common given Arizona's industry concentration. The role must align with your enrolled academic program.
How do I find manufacturing F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Arizona?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students seeking CPT-eligible roles and lets you filter by visa type, state, and industry. For manufacturing F-1 CPT jobs in Arizona, you can narrow results to the state and manufacturing sector to see which employers are actively hiring. Beyond Migrate Mate, your university's career services office is a key resource, as many Arizona manufacturers recruit directly through campus programs at ASU and the University of Arizona.
Are there any Arizona-specific considerations for F-1 CPT in manufacturing?
Arizona's manufacturing sector skews heavily toward semiconductor, aerospace, and defense industries, which means some positions may involve export-controlled technology subject to ITAR or EAR regulations. These rules can restrict which foreign nationals are eligible for certain roles, regardless of CPT authorization. Students should ask prospective employers early whether a role has export control restrictions, as this is separate from and independent of your visa or CPT status.