CPT Jobs in Michigan
Michigan's F-1 CPT sponsorship market is anchored by automotive engineering, manufacturing technology, and a growing healthcare sector across Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Grand Rapids. Top employers include major OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and research universities actively placing international students in structured CPT roles.
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Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
This position is a 6-month internship program which prepares the new Graduate Nurse for an RN position in the Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit (PCTU). Orientation includes a combination of classroom and precepted clinical experience. A two-year commitment with a minimum of 36 hrs/wk to PCTU is required after the completion of the 6-month internship program. Shift assignment will be Nights, 8 and 12 hour shifts upon completion of internship.
These positions will have a start on September 17, 2026.
Responsibilities
The Pediatric Cardio-thoracic Intensive Care Unit (PCTU) is a 20 bed tertiary care center receiving patients from state, regional, national and international referrals. PCTU specializes in the medical and surgical care of infants, children, adolescents and adults with congenital and acquired heart disease. Our goal is the provision of exemplary nursing care embracing a philosophy of family centered care empowering families to participate in the decision making and care of their children.
The Pediatric Cardio-thoracic Intensive Care Unit nurse cares for patients in a technology intensive environment including ECMO, CRRT and VAD's. They are required to perform complex physiologic patient assessments in a high intensity environment for high acuity patients with rapidly changing status. Our patients undergo the most progressive surgical and catheterization interventions. Our nursing staff practice in close partnership with the cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons and fellows providing individual support and education to families and patients throughout their intensive care unit admission.
Required Qualifications
- MUST be able to start on September 17, 2026
- Graduate Nurse or Newly Licensed RN, who has not practiced as a RN. Applicant must have successfully completed an accredited BSN
- Successful completion of the NCLEX must occur no later than 45 days from the individual start date
- PALS certification is required (or within six (6) months of date of hire) or MUST be completed prior to end of probationary period.
NOTE: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications
- Student nurse clinical experience in a PCTU
- Experience as an extern or ICU tech in a PCTU
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills
- Highly motivated and organized
- Demonstrated leadership abilities
- Takes initiative in seeking professional growth
- Demonstrates expertise in communication and problem-solving skills as evidenced by interviews, documentation, writing skills, and references
- Overall GPA of 3.5 or higher
Nursing Specific Info
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!
Hourly range for Registered Nurses $41.78-$64.81/ hour
Evening Shift Differential-$3.00 / hour
Night Shift Differential- $4.00 / hour
Day Shift Weekend Differential-$2.90 / hour
Evening Shift Weekend Differential-$5.90 / hour
Night Shift Weekend Differential-$6.90 / hour
Charge Nurse Differential-$1.00 / hour
The benefit package includes:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting
- Generous Paid Time Off Allowances
- Robust Tuition and Certification support programs
- Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement
Nursing Specific Info
Salary & Nursing Framework Level:
This UMPNC RN posting is posted as Nursing Framework LEVEL C.
Actual Nursing Framework LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire.
Nursing Framework levels range from Level A to Level F.
Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
Hours per week: 36
Shift/Hours/Days: Night shift, 8 & 12 hour shifts; Monday through Friday and rotating weekends
Location: Mott Children's Hospital-Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit (PCTU)
Note: All new employees will be expected to float to a designated unit(s) in times of low census.
Additional Information
At the University of Michigan, C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital Congenital Heart Center (CHC), our multidisciplinary team inclusive of patients and families is committed to advancing excellence in medicine and serving humanity through the practice of our core values: Transparency, Accountability, Mutual Respect, and Positive Intent.
Each team member is expected to understand and demonstrate that in every interaction we represent our entire organization in the care we provide and in the partnerships we build with patients, families, and each respective team member. The CHC is dedicated to working with our patients and families to deliver the safest and highest quality of health care. Applicants are expected to review the following PowerPoint presentation which provides an overview of the Congenital Heart Center’s philosophy and culture. http://umhealth.me/joinchcteam
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
280671
Working Title
REGISTERED NURSE (Mott Childrens Hospital-10W, Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit GN Internship)
Job Title
REGISTERED NURSE - LEVEL C
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM CW 10W
Posting Begin/End Date
7/24/2026 - 8/07/2026
Career Interest
Nursing- All Nursing
Nursing- Cardiology/ Cardiovascular
Nursing- Critical Care
Nursing- Graduate Nurse
Nursing- Pediatrics
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
This position is a 6-month internship program which prepares the new Graduate Nurse for an RN position in the Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit (PCTU). Orientation includes a combination of classroom and precepted clinical experience. A two-year commitment with a minimum of 36 hrs/wk to PCTU is required after the completion of the 6-month internship program. Shift assignment will be Nights, 8 and 12 hour shifts upon completion of internship.
These positions will have a start on September 17, 2026.
Responsibilities
The Pediatric Cardio-thoracic Intensive Care Unit (PCTU) is a 20 bed tertiary care center receiving patients from state, regional, national and international referrals. PCTU specializes in the medical and surgical care of infants, children, adolescents and adults with congenital and acquired heart disease. Our goal is the provision of exemplary nursing care embracing a philosophy of family centered care empowering families to participate in the decision making and care of their children.
The Pediatric Cardio-thoracic Intensive Care Unit nurse cares for patients in a technology intensive environment including ECMO, CRRT and VAD's. They are required to perform complex physiologic patient assessments in a high intensity environment for high acuity patients with rapidly changing status. Our patients undergo the most progressive surgical and catheterization interventions. Our nursing staff practice in close partnership with the cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons and fellows providing individual support and education to families and patients throughout their intensive care unit admission.
Required Qualifications
- MUST be able to start on September 17, 2026
- Graduate Nurse or Newly Licensed RN, who has not practiced as a RN. Applicant must have successfully completed an accredited BSN
- Successful completion of the NCLEX must occur no later than 45 days from the individual start date
- PALS certification is required (or within six (6) months of date of hire) or MUST be completed prior to end of probationary period.
NOTE: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications
- Student nurse clinical experience in a PCTU
- Experience as an extern or ICU tech in a PCTU
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills
- Highly motivated and organized
- Demonstrated leadership abilities
- Takes initiative in seeking professional growth
- Demonstrates expertise in communication and problem-solving skills as evidenced by interviews, documentation, writing skills, and references
- Overall GPA of 3.5 or higher
Nursing Specific Info
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!
Hourly range for Registered Nurses $41.78-$64.81/ hour
Evening Shift Differential-$3.00 / hour
Night Shift Differential- $4.00 / hour
Day Shift Weekend Differential-$2.90 / hour
Evening Shift Weekend Differential-$5.90 / hour
Night Shift Weekend Differential-$6.90 / hour
Charge Nurse Differential-$1.00 / hour
The benefit package includes:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting
- Generous Paid Time Off Allowances
- Robust Tuition and Certification support programs
- Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement
Nursing Specific Info
Salary & Nursing Framework Level:
This UMPNC RN posting is posted as Nursing Framework LEVEL C.
Actual Nursing Framework LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire.
Nursing Framework levels range from Level A to Level F.
Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
Hours per week: 36
Shift/Hours/Days: Night shift, 8 & 12 hour shifts; Monday through Friday and rotating weekends
Location: Mott Children's Hospital-Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit (PCTU)
Note: All new employees will be expected to float to a designated unit(s) in times of low census.
Additional Information
At the University of Michigan, C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital Congenital Heart Center (CHC), our multidisciplinary team inclusive of patients and families is committed to advancing excellence in medicine and serving humanity through the practice of our core values: Transparency, Accountability, Mutual Respect, and Positive Intent.
Each team member is expected to understand and demonstrate that in every interaction we represent our entire organization in the care we provide and in the partnerships we build with patients, families, and each respective team member. The CHC is dedicated to working with our patients and families to deliver the safest and highest quality of health care. Applicants are expected to review the following PowerPoint presentation which provides an overview of the Congenital Heart Center’s philosophy and culture. http://umhealth.me/joinchcteam
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
280671
Working Title
REGISTERED NURSE (Mott Childrens Hospital-10W, Pediatric Cardio-Thoracic Unit GN Internship)
Job Title
REGISTERED NURSE - LEVEL C
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM CW 10W
Posting Begin/End Date
7/24/2026 - 8/07/2026
Career Interest
Nursing- All Nursing
Nursing- Cardiology/ Cardiovascular
Nursing- Critical Care
Nursing- Graduate Nurse
Nursing- Pediatrics
Tips for Finding CPT Jobs in Michigan
Target Automotive and Mobility Employers First
Michigan hosts the U.S. headquarters of Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis, along with hundreds of Tier 1 suppliers. These companies have established CPT pipelines for engineering, data analytics, and supply chain roles, making them high-probability targets for F-1 students.
Engage Your University's Career Center Early
Michigan universities like University of Michigan, Michigan State, and Wayne State have dedicated international student career offices. They maintain employer relationships specifically built around CPT eligibility and can connect you to pre-vetted companies before openings go public.
Align Your CPT Authorization with Employer Timelines
Most Michigan internship recruiting cycles open in September for summer positions. Get your CPT authorization confirmed by your DSO before submitting applications, since many automotive and tech employers in Michigan require proof of work authorization at the offer stage.
Search Platforms Built for Visa-Sponsored Roles
General job boards rarely filter by CPT eligibility. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Michigan across industries, saving time you'd otherwise spend screening employers who don't sponsor international students.
Look Beyond Detroit Into Secondary Markets
Ann Arbor's tech and life sciences cluster, Grand Rapids' healthcare and manufacturing sector, and Lansing's government-adjacent employers all offer CPT opportunities that receive less competition than Detroit metro postings. Broadening your geography improves your odds considerably.
Build Relationships at Michigan-Focused Recruiting Events
Michigan Engineering career fairs, the Detroit Regional Chamber's talent programs, and industry-specific events hosted by SAE International attract employers who recruit F-1 students regularly. In-person visibility with Michigan-based recruiters accelerates the sponsorship conversation.
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Get Access To All JobsF-1 CPT Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
Which industries in Michigan sponsor the most F-1 CPT visas?
Automotive engineering and advanced manufacturing lead F-1 CPT sponsorship in Michigan, driven by OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers concentrated in the Detroit metro area. Healthcare and life sciences, particularly around Ann Arbor and Grand Rapids, represent the second largest sector. Information technology, robotics, and supply chain management are also active, especially at companies supporting Michigan's mobility and manufacturing ecosystem.
Which cities in Michigan have the most F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Detroit and the surrounding suburbs, including Dearborn, Auburn Hills, and Troy, have the highest concentration of F-1 CPT roles due to the automotive industry's presence. Ann Arbor is strong for tech, life sciences, and university-affiliated research positions. Grand Rapids supports CPT hiring in healthcare and manufacturing, while East Lansing and Flint offer opportunities tied to Michigan State University and regional employers.
What types of roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Michigan?
Roles must be directly related to your field of study to qualify for CPT authorization. In Michigan, this most commonly includes mechanical and electrical engineering internships, software development and data analytics positions, supply chain and operations roles, biomedical research assistantships, and financial analysis internships at automotive or manufacturing firms. Your DSO must confirm the academic connection before CPT can be authorized for any specific position.
How do I find F-1 CPT jobs in Michigan?
Start with your university's international career services office, which often has direct employer relationships built around CPT-eligible roles in Michigan. Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings specifically by F-1 CPT sponsorship and state, so you're only seeing Michigan employers who have demonstrated willingness to work with international students. Attending regional recruiting events and connecting with Michigan alumni in your field also accelerates the process.
Are there any Michigan-specific considerations for F-1 CPT sponsorship?
Michigan's CPT job market is heavily tied to automotive industry recruiting cycles, which follow predictable seasonal timelines. Many major employers in the state require security clearances or domestic manufacturing compliance checks for certain engineering roles, which can affect eligibility for international students. Additionally, some Michigan-based employers are unfamiliar with CPT distinctions from OPT, so being prepared to explain your authorization status clearly during interviews is important.