CPT Jobs in Maine
Maine's F-1 CPT sponsorship opportunities are concentrated in healthcare, marine sciences, engineering, and forestry, with the University of Maine system feeding talent into employers across Portland, Bangor, and Orono. International students in STEM and business programs have growing options with Maine's expanding biotech and clean energy sectors.
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Be Part of Something Special.
At Bangor Savings Bank, our employees are our most valuable asset. We are a workplace of choice for talented, diverse, caring and dedicated individuals who are passionate about serving our customers and communities in which we live and work. Experience our You Matter More promise and discover work from a different lens. You will be respected, seen, heard and recognized. We provide meaningful work in a safe environment where people can bring their full authentic self to work and grow both personally and professionally.
Co-ops are a paid six-month work and learning opportunity for college students to work on a specific project within a designated team applying their education and use their voice to make recommendations to enhance the Bank. Co-ops will work with leaders on important work and initiatives to advance both the student and the Bank. Co-ops will perform work duties and responsibilities in addition to the project to apply their classroom knowledge to a real work assignment to enhance their professional credential, prepare individuals to successfully transition to the workforce and jump start their career. Co-ops will receive onboarding and ongoing education, networking and teambuilding opportunities to build their personal brand, confidence and remain true to the Bank’s mission and deliver on our You Matter More promise to help our employees, customers and communities prosper.
LOCATION: Bangor Maine.
TIMEFRAME: January – June 2024
Project: Responsible AI Governance Framework - AI & Automation Engineer Co-Op
As Bangor Savings Bank embarks on its AI journey, having practices and elements in place to ensure responsible and ethical use of these tools is imperative. The AI & Automation Engineer Co-Op role blends artificial intelligence, machine learning, and workflow automation to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in business or technical operations.
- Identify automation opportunities: Work with non-technical stakeholders (e.g., operations, finance, marketing) to map repetitive, manual tasks for automation. Chief Marketing Officer is looking to create a central depository of all Bank communication.
- Design and build automations: Develop solutions using AI-native platforms, APIs, no-code/low-code tools and scripting languages.
- Integrate AI into workflows: Use AI agents, and prompt design patterns with existing systems to deliver tangible outcomes.
- Prototype and iterate: Establish prototypes quickly for stakeholder validation, then refine based on feedback.
- Support process automation: Automate manual workflows (data processing, QC review, report generation).
- Document and maintain: Write clear documentation so tools can run unattended and be understood by teammates.
Project: Data Engineer Co-Op
Bangor Savings Bank is seeking an individual to join the Business Intelligence (BI) technical team. The individual will work with our Data and Business team on a number of projects to enhance reporting and customer data to provide real-time customer insights, enabling data-driven decisions, improved customer experience, and enhanced operational efficiency.
- The Data Engineering co-op student will work with the BSB BI team on a variety of existing and new reports and products.
- They will also work in collaboration with the BI Analyst Co-op student to design real-time analytic access and propose/implement data reports and projects.
SKILLS: Data engineer experience with Sequel, Python and cloud-based machine learning.
Project: Information Security Incident Response Playbook Enhancement - Cybersecurity and IAM Engineer Co-Op
Bangor Savings Bank is seeking an individual to work alongside the dynamic, cross-disciplinary information security team to identify active threats targeting Bank employees, customers, and infrastructure. The individual will document threats, vectors, tools, and techniques, and develop playbooks for response. This will provide incident response staff with a strong, consistent foundation, helping improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our response to specific threats.
- Document IAM processes and system integrations.
- Monitor system alerts and assist in resolving access-related issues.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
- Learn and apply IAM best practices in a real-world environment.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Perform responsibilities and duties for assigned department (supervisors should provide function specific tasks to be completed) where co-op student can apply classroom knowledge.
- Complete assigned bank Project in full and on time and present to a panel of Bank leaders. Project must have defined objectives, learning goals and specific outcomes. Co-ops will complete 1–2-page executive summary of work/recommendation with a 10-minute oral presentation.
- Adequate support and supervision will be provided, as well as regular check-ins to track progress toward goals and address challenges; integrating within the team and provide appropriate training on business systems, processes, and procedures.
- Enhanced Co-op experience coordinated by the Talent & Diversity team to deliver a high-quality learning and work experience. Co-op is responsible for establishing a relationship & communication with the Bank Talent team. The Intern Coordinator works on establishing ongoing education, networking and community events, community service, teambuilding, and celebration to have a full employment experience. The Talent team can also be the bank contact for future employment with the Bangor Savings Bank.
- All BSB co-ops are paid. Individuals are compensated based on technical knowledge, level of job impact and current market rates for equivalent responsibilities.
- Bangor Savings Bank will work with interns and their college or university to comply with requirements for academic credit or international work.
- Participate in an exit interview to provide feedback to ensure continuous improvement to the Bank’s co-op program.
- Co-ops are temporary employment assignments generally 6 months (Jan – June or July – December) or an academic semester. This is not a benefits eligible position.
GENERAL:
- Works collaboratively and interacts harmoniously and effectively with others, focusing upon the attainment of team and bank goals and objectives.
- Be inquisitive. Be coachable (receives and takes feedback to grow and evolve professionally).
- Conforms to acceptable punctuality/attendance and other professional behavior and conduct as outlined in the BSB Employee Handbook.
- Performs appropriate additional duties within assigned areas as requested.
COMPETENCIES:
- Adaptability/Flexibility – adapts to change, is open to new ideas, and takes on new challenges.
- Teamwork - promotes a team atmosphere, selflessly pitches in, shares information, partners well with others.
- Initiative – takes action, operates as a pro-active self-starter, acts on opportunities to improve.
- Integrity/Ethics/Judgment – deals with others in a straightforward, honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys news good or bad.
- Kindness – treats others with respect, compassion, empathy, always with positive intent.
TEAMWORK, KNOWLEDGE/SKILL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Current college or graduate students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Proven leadership skills as evidenced by extracurricular, community involvement, and/or professional experiences.
- High aptitude for creative problem solving and critical thinking based on previous education, work and volunteer experiences.
- Strong communications skills – verbal, written and listening.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and prioritize.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS, CONDITION REQUIREMENTS, & EQUIPMENT USED:
- General office environment.
- Essential functions of the job are performed on Bank premises.
- Moderate lifting (to 35 lbs.) required. Moderate reaching, walking, sitting, and standing required.
- Positions will be based in Bangor, ME headquarters; if not, co-op students will be able to travel to Bangor on a regular basis to stay connected with Bank leadership, departments, and the co-op Cohort.
External and internal applications, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on an individual basis.
Pay Range: $23.00 - $27.00 (Hourly)*
Be Part of Something Special.
At Bangor Savings Bank, our employees are our most valuable asset. We are a workplace of choice for talented, diverse, caring and dedicated individuals who are passionate about serving our customers and communities in which we live and work. Experience our You Matter More promise and discover work from a different lens. You will be respected, seen, heard and recognized. We provide meaningful work in a safe environment where people can bring their full authentic self to work and grow both personally and professionally.
Co-ops are a paid six-month work and learning opportunity for college students to work on a specific project within a designated team applying their education and use their voice to make recommendations to enhance the Bank. Co-ops will work with leaders on important work and initiatives to advance both the student and the Bank. Co-ops will perform work duties and responsibilities in addition to the project to apply their classroom knowledge to a real work assignment to enhance their professional credential, prepare individuals to successfully transition to the workforce and jump start their career. Co-ops will receive onboarding and ongoing education, networking and teambuilding opportunities to build their personal brand, confidence and remain true to the Bank’s mission and deliver on our You Matter More promise to help our employees, customers and communities prosper.
LOCATION: Bangor Maine.
TIMEFRAME: January – June 2024
Project: Responsible AI Governance Framework - AI & Automation Engineer Co-Op
As Bangor Savings Bank embarks on its AI journey, having practices and elements in place to ensure responsible and ethical use of these tools is imperative. The AI & Automation Engineer Co-Op role blends artificial intelligence, machine learning, and workflow automation to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability in business or technical operations.
- Identify automation opportunities: Work with non-technical stakeholders (e.g., operations, finance, marketing) to map repetitive, manual tasks for automation. Chief Marketing Officer is looking to create a central depository of all Bank communication.
- Design and build automations: Develop solutions using AI-native platforms, APIs, no-code/low-code tools and scripting languages.
- Integrate AI into workflows: Use AI agents, and prompt design patterns with existing systems to deliver tangible outcomes.
- Prototype and iterate: Establish prototypes quickly for stakeholder validation, then refine based on feedback.
- Support process automation: Automate manual workflows (data processing, QC review, report generation).
- Document and maintain: Write clear documentation so tools can run unattended and be understood by teammates.
Project: Data Engineer Co-Op
Bangor Savings Bank is seeking an individual to join the Business Intelligence (BI) technical team. The individual will work with our Data and Business team on a number of projects to enhance reporting and customer data to provide real-time customer insights, enabling data-driven decisions, improved customer experience, and enhanced operational efficiency.
- The Data Engineering co-op student will work with the BSB BI team on a variety of existing and new reports and products.
- They will also work in collaboration with the BI Analyst Co-op student to design real-time analytic access and propose/implement data reports and projects.
SKILLS: Data engineer experience with Sequel, Python and cloud-based machine learning.
Project: Information Security Incident Response Playbook Enhancement - Cybersecurity and IAM Engineer Co-Op
Bangor Savings Bank is seeking an individual to work alongside the dynamic, cross-disciplinary information security team to identify active threats targeting Bank employees, customers, and infrastructure. The individual will document threats, vectors, tools, and techniques, and develop playbooks for response. This will provide incident response staff with a strong, consistent foundation, helping improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our response to specific threats.
- Document IAM processes and system integrations.
- Monitor system alerts and assist in resolving access-related issues.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
- Learn and apply IAM best practices in a real-world environment.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Perform responsibilities and duties for assigned department (supervisors should provide function specific tasks to be completed) where co-op student can apply classroom knowledge.
- Complete assigned bank Project in full and on time and present to a panel of Bank leaders. Project must have defined objectives, learning goals and specific outcomes. Co-ops will complete 1–2-page executive summary of work/recommendation with a 10-minute oral presentation.
- Adequate support and supervision will be provided, as well as regular check-ins to track progress toward goals and address challenges; integrating within the team and provide appropriate training on business systems, processes, and procedures.
- Enhanced Co-op experience coordinated by the Talent & Diversity team to deliver a high-quality learning and work experience. Co-op is responsible for establishing a relationship & communication with the Bank Talent team. The Intern Coordinator works on establishing ongoing education, networking and community events, community service, teambuilding, and celebration to have a full employment experience. The Talent team can also be the bank contact for future employment with the Bangor Savings Bank.
- All BSB co-ops are paid. Individuals are compensated based on technical knowledge, level of job impact and current market rates for equivalent responsibilities.
- Bangor Savings Bank will work with interns and their college or university to comply with requirements for academic credit or international work.
- Participate in an exit interview to provide feedback to ensure continuous improvement to the Bank’s co-op program.
- Co-ops are temporary employment assignments generally 6 months (Jan – June or July – December) or an academic semester. This is not a benefits eligible position.
GENERAL:
- Works collaboratively and interacts harmoniously and effectively with others, focusing upon the attainment of team and bank goals and objectives.
- Be inquisitive. Be coachable (receives and takes feedback to grow and evolve professionally).
- Conforms to acceptable punctuality/attendance and other professional behavior and conduct as outlined in the BSB Employee Handbook.
- Performs appropriate additional duties within assigned areas as requested.
COMPETENCIES:
- Adaptability/Flexibility – adapts to change, is open to new ideas, and takes on new challenges.
- Teamwork - promotes a team atmosphere, selflessly pitches in, shares information, partners well with others.
- Initiative – takes action, operates as a pro-active self-starter, acts on opportunities to improve.
- Integrity/Ethics/Judgment – deals with others in a straightforward, honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values, and conveys news good or bad.
- Kindness – treats others with respect, compassion, empathy, always with positive intent.
TEAMWORK, KNOWLEDGE/SKILL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Current college or graduate students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Proven leadership skills as evidenced by extracurricular, community involvement, and/or professional experiences.
- High aptitude for creative problem solving and critical thinking based on previous education, work and volunteer experiences.
- Strong communications skills – verbal, written and listening.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and prioritize.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS, CONDITION REQUIREMENTS, & EQUIPMENT USED:
- General office environment.
- Essential functions of the job are performed on Bank premises.
- Moderate lifting (to 35 lbs.) required. Moderate reaching, walking, sitting, and standing required.
- Positions will be based in Bangor, ME headquarters; if not, co-op students will be able to travel to Bangor on a regular basis to stay connected with Bank leadership, departments, and the co-op Cohort.
External and internal applications, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on an individual basis.
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Tips for Finding CPT Jobs in Maine
Target Maine's university-affiliated employers first
Employers who regularly hire from the University of Maine or USM already understand CPT paperwork and timelines. Starting with organizations that have an existing campus recruitment relationship significantly reduces friction in the authorization process.
Align your CPT role with Maine's dominant industries
Healthcare systems, marine biology research institutions, paper and forest products companies, and civil engineering firms are the most active CPT sponsors in Maine. Applications framed around these sectors are more likely to land interviews with sponsorship-ready employers.
Engage your DSO early and coordinate with the employer
Maine employers unfamiliar with CPT often worry about compliance complexity. Bringing a clear DSO explainer to your initial conversation reassures hiring managers and speeds internal HR approval, especially at smaller regional firms outside Portland.
Browse F-1 CPT-verified listings on Migrate Mate
Finding employers already open to CPT saves significant time. Migrate Mate filters job listings by visa sponsorship type, so you can focus on Maine roles where F-1 CPT authorization is already expected rather than pitching unfamiliar employers from scratch.
Look beyond Portland into Maine's research corridors
Orono, Augusta, and Bangor host research labs, state agencies, and healthcare networks that routinely hire CPT students. Limiting your search to Portland means missing a large share of the state's sponsorship-active employers in scientific and public-sector roles.
Confirm the role directly supports your academic program
Maine DSOs require CPT positions to be integral to your degree curriculum, not just related to your field. Before applying, verify the job description maps closely to your program's course requirements so your authorization request is approved without delays.
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Which industries in Maine sponsor the most F-1 CPT visas?
Healthcare and life sciences lead F-1 CPT sponsorship in Maine, driven by systems like MaineHealth and Northern Light Health. Marine sciences, environmental engineering, forestry and wood products, and civil infrastructure are also active sectors. Portland's growing technology and financial services community is emerging as an additional source of CPT-eligible roles for business and computer science students.
Which cities in Maine have the most F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Portland is Maine's largest employment hub and offers the broadest range of F-1 CPT opportunities across healthcare, technology, and professional services. Orono and Bangor benefit from University of Maine proximity, with research institutions and regional healthcare employers active there. Augusta, as the state capital, adds public-sector and environmental agency placements that suit policy and science students.
What types of roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Maine?
Roles in clinical research, environmental science, software development, civil and environmental engineering, marine biology, supply chain management, and public health analysis are common CPT placements in Maine. The position must be directly tied to your enrolled program and classified as either mandatory or optional CPT by your school's designated school official before work begins.
How do I find F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Maine?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international students and visa holders, allowing you to filter by visa type including F-1 CPT and by state. Beyond that, your university's career center and on-campus recruiting events are valuable since Maine employers already familiar with your institution understand CPT requirements better than cold-contact employers.
Are there any state-specific considerations for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Maine?
Maine has a relatively small employer base concentrated in a few industries, so CPT students benefit from flexibility across the state's regions rather than limiting searches to Portland alone. Many Maine employers outside major cities are small-to-mid-size firms that may not have processed CPT before, meaning students often need to provide basic DSO documentation to guide the employer through authorization requirements.