Education Jobs in Illinois with F-1 CPT Sponsorship
F-1 CPT education jobs in Illinois are concentrated in the Chicago metro, where institutions like the University of Chicago, Northwestern University, and Chicago Public Schools regularly engage student workers in instructional, research, and program support roles. Illinois' dense network of universities, community colleges, and edtech employers makes it one of the stronger states for CPT-eligible F-1 students in education.
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Job Title CAMPUS CARD COORDINATOR
Position Number 8100329
Work Modality Fully In-Person
Job Category University Staff
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Campus Chicago-Water Tower Campus
Department Name CAMPUS CARD OFFICE
Location Code CAMPUS CARD OFFICE (04503A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides prompt and courteous customer service to all students seeking assistance in writing, via e-mail, in person and by telephone.
- Work 3 days at LSC and 2 days at WTC per week.
- Process new and replacement identification cards.
- Manage department inbox and respond via written communication in a timely manner.
- Assist with services related to identification card including but not limited to building access, library services, printing, parking privileges, and special events.
- Provide card services and information at orientation events.
- Manage connections status and service card devices on campus.
- Collect cash from Valueport terminal on campus.
- Balance Rambler Bucks requests and payments.
- Reconciled weekly and monthly invoices.
- Assist with student meal plan accounts.
- Maintain department websites.
- Track supplies and ensure both office locations are stocked.
- Receive cash, check and credit card payments from students, parents and employees.
- Process department deposits and application fees.
- Prepare cash and checks for deposit.
- Balance daily deposit receipts.
- Assist with generating student refunds each semester.
- Analyzes student accounts and conducts other research as necessary to respond to inquiries and resolve discrepancies; identifies problems or errors in accounts; determines appropriate corrective actions within established guidelines and refers for action as appropriate.
- Performs other related duties and projects as assigned by the Manager.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
College degree and at least one year of customer service, preferably with cash handling experience.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Strong presentation skills
- Proven organizational skills with attention to detail
- Generating school identification cards for students, staff and faculty.
- Maintain any area that accepts Rambler Bucks such as VTS, Copiers, Aero Readers
- Strong customer service orientation
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills; excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a contributing team member
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
N/A
Computer Skills
Ability to use MS Office, e-mail and other office automation systems.
Supervisory Responsibilities Yes
Required operation of university owned vehicles No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No
Physical Demands
Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Climbing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions
None
Open Date 02/23/2026
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $25.60/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $20.50/hr
Special Instructions to Applicants
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago
Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
Position Details
Job Title CAMPUS CARD COORDINATOR
Position Number 8100329
Work Modality Fully In-Person
Job Category University Staff
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Campus Chicago-Water Tower Campus
Department Name CAMPUS CARD OFFICE
Location Code CAMPUS CARD OFFICE (04503A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides prompt and courteous customer service to all students seeking assistance in writing, via e-mail, in person and by telephone.
- Work 3 days at LSC and 2 days at WTC per week.
- Process new and replacement identification cards.
- Manage department inbox and respond via written communication in a timely manner.
- Assist with services related to identification card including but not limited to building access, library services, printing, parking privileges, and special events.
- Provide card services and information at orientation events.
- Manage connections status and service card devices on campus.
- Collect cash from Valueport terminal on campus.
- Balance Rambler Bucks requests and payments.
- Reconciled weekly and monthly invoices.
- Assist with student meal plan accounts.
- Maintain department websites.
- Track supplies and ensure both office locations are stocked.
- Receive cash, check and credit card payments from students, parents and employees.
- Process department deposits and application fees.
- Prepare cash and checks for deposit.
- Balance daily deposit receipts.
- Assist with generating student refunds each semester.
- Analyzes student accounts and conducts other research as necessary to respond to inquiries and resolve discrepancies; identifies problems or errors in accounts; determines appropriate corrective actions within established guidelines and refers for action as appropriate.
- Performs other related duties and projects as assigned by the Manager.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
College degree and at least one year of customer service, preferably with cash handling experience.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Strong presentation skills
- Proven organizational skills with attention to detail
- Generating school identification cards for students, staff and faculty.
- Maintain any area that accepts Rambler Bucks such as VTS, Copiers, Aero Readers
- Strong customer service orientation
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills; excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a contributing team member
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
N/A
Computer Skills
Ability to use MS Office, e-mail and other office automation systems.
Supervisory Responsibilities Yes
Required operation of university owned vehicles No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No
Physical Demands
Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Climbing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions
None
Open Date 02/23/2026
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $25.60/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $20.50/hr
Special Instructions to Applicants
As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago
Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.
Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
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Which education companies and institutions sponsor F-1 CPT visas in Illinois?
Major Illinois employers in education that have historically engaged F-1 CPT students include the University of Chicago, Northwestern University, DePaul University, Loyola University Chicago, and the City Colleges of Chicago. Edtech companies headquartered or with offices in the Chicago area, such as Curriculum Associates and Age of Learning, also hire CPT-eligible students for internship and co-op roles in instructional design, curriculum development, and learning technology.
Which cities in Illinois have the most education F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Chicago is by far the dominant market, home to the largest concentration of universities, K-12 school systems, and edtech firms in the state. Evanston hosts Northwestern University and supports nearby education sector hiring. Champaign-Urbana, home to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, is a strong market for research-focused and higher education CPT roles. Smaller college towns like Bloomington-Normal and DeKalb also offer CPT opportunities tied to their local institutions.
What types of education roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Illinois?
CPT eligibility depends on whether the work experience is an integral part of your degree program, not the job title itself. In education, roles that commonly qualify include curriculum development intern, instructional design assistant, education research associate, learning technology coordinator, and program support roles at universities or nonprofits. The position must relate directly to your field of study, and your DSO must authorize CPT before you begin work.
How do I find education F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 students and filters job listings by visa type, including CPT, and by industry and state. For education F-1 CPT jobs in Illinois, you can search Migrate Mate to surface roles at Illinois universities, school districts, nonprofits, and edtech companies that are open to CPT authorization. This saves significant time compared to manually screening employers for sponsorship willingness, which is rarely disclosed upfront on general job boards.
Are there any Illinois-specific considerations for F-1 CPT sponsorship in education?
Illinois has a large international student population, particularly at Chicago-area universities, which means DSOs at these institutions tend to be experienced with CPT authorization. However, CPT rules vary by school and degree program, so authorization timelines and requirements differ. Illinois public school district roles may involve additional background check requirements. For university-affiliated CPT placements, confirm with your DSO that the employer's offer letter clearly describes the role in terms aligned with your degree program requirements.
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