Telecom Jobs in California with F-1 CPT Sponsorship
Telecom F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in California are concentrated across the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon maintain significant operations alongside telecom infrastructure and wireless technology firms. California's dense 5G buildout and fiber expansion have driven consistent demand for international students in engineering, network operations, and data roles.
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One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Software and Platforms Data Product engineers contribute to the implementation, support and maintenance of software systems that ingest, distribute, and visualize data from all systems in the company. The role focuses on development of large data solutions for near real time monitoring needs, analytics, reporting, and billing. They will provide solutions that ensure business and technical customers have access to the data they need to make educated decisions.
The role is an intern Software Engineering role that will work with other data software engineers locally and remotely as part of a data products development team. The team expects that the intern contributes software development and data analytics skills to enhance mobility business data requirements and expand our data monetization platforms. Software developed goes through modern CI/CD testing and deployment processes to deploy rapid changes to our production systems.
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM DETAILS:
- You will work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of your internship. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams.
- Housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility.
- To ensure equity across our intern population, intern compensation is pre-determined based on a variety of factors including: role, location, and final graduation date. Intern compensation is non-negotiable.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
Requirements
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Education:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related subject area
- To be eligible for this position your final graduation date must fall between December 2026 and August 2027
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Internship Dates: You must be available to work 40 hours/week for the full duration of the internship program as outlined in the cohort dates below. Limited exceptions may be granted. Viasat offers two options based on semester and quarter academic calendars:
- Cohort 1: May 18, 2026 – August 14, 2026
- Cohort 2: June 22, 2026 – September 18, 2026
Technical Requirements:
- Hands-on development experience with Python
- Experience analyzing and processing data
- Knowledge of LINUX OS platform
WHAT WILL HELP YOU ON THE JOB:
- Interest or familiarity with full stack software
- Familiarity with analysis of systems requirements, identifications of gaps, and advise on implementable solutions
- Familiarity with cloud computing concepts
- Comfortable with relational databases and writing database queries in SQL
SALARY RANGE:
$20.91 - $56.97 / hourly. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $25.96 - $67.07/ hourly: At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/Benefits.
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this online application, please click here.
About us:
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Software and Platforms Data Product engineers contribute to the implementation, support and maintenance of software systems that ingest, distribute, and visualize data from all systems in the company. The role focuses on development of large data solutions for near real time monitoring needs, analytics, reporting, and billing. They will provide solutions that ensure business and technical customers have access to the data they need to make educated decisions.
The role is an intern Software Engineering role that will work with other data software engineers locally and remotely as part of a data products development team. The team expects that the intern contributes software development and data analytics skills to enhance mobility business data requirements and expand our data monetization platforms. Software developed goes through modern CI/CD testing and deployment processes to deploy rapid changes to our production systems.
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM DETAILS:
- You will work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of your internship. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams.
- Housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility.
- To ensure equity across our intern population, intern compensation is pre-determined based on a variety of factors including: role, location, and final graduation date. Intern compensation is non-negotiable.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
Requirements
-
Education:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related subject area
- To be eligible for this position your final graduation date must fall between December 2026 and August 2027
-
Internship Dates: You must be available to work 40 hours/week for the full duration of the internship program as outlined in the cohort dates below. Limited exceptions may be granted. Viasat offers two options based on semester and quarter academic calendars:
- Cohort 1: May 18, 2026 – August 14, 2026
- Cohort 2: June 22, 2026 – September 18, 2026
Technical Requirements:
- Hands-on development experience with Python
- Experience analyzing and processing data
- Knowledge of LINUX OS platform
WHAT WILL HELP YOU ON THE JOB:
- Interest or familiarity with full stack software
- Familiarity with analysis of systems requirements, identifications of gaps, and advise on implementable solutions
- Familiarity with cloud computing concepts
- Comfortable with relational databases and writing database queries in SQL
SALARY RANGE:
$20.91 - $56.97 / hourly. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $25.96 - $67.07/ hourly: At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/Benefits.
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this online application, please click here.
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Which telecom companies sponsor F-1 CPT visas in California?
Major carriers including AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have California operations that have historically engaged CPT students, particularly in engineering and operations roles. Beyond the carriers, companies like Qualcomm in San Diego, Lumen Technologies, and various wireless infrastructure firms regularly take on F-1 CPT interns. Sponsorship availability varies by role, team, and academic program requirements, so confirming CPT eligibility with your DSO before applying is essential.
Which cities in California have the most telecom F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
San Jose and the broader Bay Area lead for telecom software and network engineering roles, given the concentration of technology employers. San Diego is a strong market specifically for wireless and semiconductor-adjacent telecom work, driven largely by Qualcomm's presence. Los Angeles has significant demand in telecom infrastructure and media-adjacent connectivity roles. Sacramento also sees activity tied to state government and utility network contracts.
What types of telecom roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship?
Roles that align directly with a student's degree program are the qualifying factor for CPT, not the job title itself. In telecom, this typically includes network engineering internships, RF engineering positions, software development roles supporting telecom platforms, data analytics positions within network operations, and systems integration work. Roles in product management or technical program management can qualify if the student's curriculum directly supports that function.
How do I find telecom F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students searching for visa-friendly roles, including telecom F-1 CPT positions in California. You can filter by visa type and state to surface employers that have sponsored CPT students in telecom. Because CPT authorization depends on your specific academic program, cross-referencing any opportunity you find on Migrate Mate with your DSO is important before accepting or starting a position.
Are there any California-specific considerations for F-1 CPT sponsorship in telecom?
California's large public university system, including UC San Diego, UCLA, UC Berkeley, and San Jose State, produces substantial telecom and electrical engineering talent, meaning employer familiarity with CPT processes tends to be higher here than in many other states. California labor law adds complexity for employers around internship classification, so companies with established international student hiring programs are generally better equipped to support CPT students than smaller firms navigating it for the first time.
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