Sports Jobs in Kansas with F-1 CPT Sponsorship
Sports F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Kansas span collegiate athletics administration, sports marketing, and recreation management, with major employers including the University of Kansas, Kansas State University, and Wichita's sports and fitness sector. Lawrence, Manhattan, and Wichita are the primary hiring hubs for international students seeking CPT-eligible placements in this industry.
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Position Summary
As an Aquatics Assistant Swim Team Coach, you must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help our Swim Team members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools, both indoors and out. You will work with the Head Swim Team Coach to write and head Swim Team Group Workouts. You will help the Head Swim Team Coach register new participants for the Team and maintain the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Offers competitive swimmers the opportunity to master technique
- Runs daily practices under the direction of the head coach
- Promotes all Life Time products, services and programs
Position Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 year of swim coaching experience
- Member of ASCA
- Member of USA Swimming
- CPR/AED certification required
- Lifeguard Certification within 60 days of hire
- Must complete all job specific requirements with Life Time Education
- Ability to work in a stationery position and move about the club for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to communicate and exchange information with guests who have inquiries about Life Time products and services
- Ability to swim 25 yards/meters without stopping
- Ability to routinely bend to raise 20 lbs or less and occasionally bend to raise more than 20 lbs
Preferred Requirements
- ASCA Level 1 Certification or higher
Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.

Position Summary
As an Aquatics Assistant Swim Team Coach, you must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help our Swim Team members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools, both indoors and out. You will work with the Head Swim Team Coach to write and head Swim Team Group Workouts. You will help the Head Swim Team Coach register new participants for the Team and maintain the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Offers competitive swimmers the opportunity to master technique
- Runs daily practices under the direction of the head coach
- Promotes all Life Time products, services and programs
Position Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 year of swim coaching experience
- Member of ASCA
- Member of USA Swimming
- CPR/AED certification required
- Lifeguard Certification within 60 days of hire
- Must complete all job specific requirements with Life Time Education
- Ability to work in a stationery position and move about the club for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to communicate and exchange information with guests who have inquiries about Life Time products and services
- Ability to swim 25 yards/meters without stopping
- Ability to routinely bend to raise 20 lbs or less and occasionally bend to raise more than 20 lbs
Preferred Requirements
- ASCA Level 1 Certification or higher
Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.
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Which sports companies and organizations sponsor F-1 CPT visas in Kansas?
The most consistent CPT sponsors in Kansas sports are universities with large athletics departments, particularly the University of Kansas (KU Athletics) and Kansas State University. Beyond collegiate athletics, sports marketing agencies, fitness and recreation centers, and minor league sports organizations in Wichita and Kansas City metro areas have historically offered CPT-eligible roles. Sponsorship willingness varies by organization and role, so confirming CPT eligibility with each employer before accepting an offer is important.
Which cities in Kansas have the most sports F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Lawrence and Manhattan lead in sports CPT opportunities due to the presence of KU and Kansas State, both of which have extensive athletics departments and sports management programs that regularly work with international students. Wichita, as Kansas's largest city, offers additional options through recreation departments, fitness companies, and sports media. The Kansas City metro area, though split across state lines, also draws Kansas-based students to sports-sector internships.
What types of sports roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Kansas?
Roles that tend to qualify for CPT in sports are those directly tied to a student's degree program, such as sports management, kinesiology, athletic training, sports marketing, and recreation administration positions. Common CPT-eligible titles include athletics operations assistant, sports marketing intern, event management coordinator, and recreation program assistant. Roles that are purely physical performance-based, such as coaching or playing positions, are less likely to satisfy the curricular relevance requirement that CPT demands.
How do I find sports F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Kansas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type, including F-1 CPT, and by industry, so you can search sports roles in Kansas without sifting through positions that don't support your visa status. Beyond Migrate Mate, your university's DSO office often maintains relationships with local sports employers who have previously sponsored CPT students, and KU's and K-State's career centers frequently post athletics and recreation internships that are structured for CPT eligibility.
Are there any Kansas-specific or sports-industry considerations I should know about for F-1 CPT sponsorship?
Kansas universities generally require CPT authorization to be approved before you begin any paid or unpaid work, and the role must integrate directly with your academic program. For sports roles specifically, the collegiate athletics environment at KU and Kansas State means many CPT positions are tied to academic-year or summer cycles aligned with sports seasons. International students should confirm with their DSO that the job description supports CPT eligibility and that the start date aligns with their authorized CPT period.
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