Construction Jobs in Michigan with F-1 CPT Sponsorship
Construction F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Michigan are concentrated in metro Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, where firms like Barton Malow, Walbridge, and Clark Construction regularly hire students in engineering and project management roles. Michigan's ongoing infrastructure investment and commercial development create consistent openings for F-1 students seeking CPT-eligible positions.
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Newlab is seeking an independent contractor Assistant Editor to support the production of high-quality, documentary-style content across digital, social, and experiential platforms. This role is highly execution-focused. You will be responsible for organizing, managing, assembling, and preparing media assets for final edit. You will work closely with the team to ensure projects are technically sound, efficiently structured, and creatively supported from ingest through delivery. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, systems-driven, and fluent in unscripted storytelling workflows. We are looking for a person that is willing to work in-person.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Media Management & Organization:
- Ingest, log, and organize raw footage (multi-camera interviews, vérité/doc-style footage, event coverage, drone, b-roll, etc.)
- Maintain structured project folders and naming conventions across productions
- Sync audio and video; group multi-cam sequences
- Manage archival, graphics, music, and stock assets
- Prepare clean project files for lead editors
Transcription & Story Prep:
- Generate and organize interview transcripts
- Pull selects and build string-outs from unscripted interviews
- Assist in identifying narrative arcs from documentary-style footage
- Create paper edits and support story development workflows
Assembly & Rough Cuts:
- Build rough assemblies and radio cuts
- Cut interview-driven segments, montages, social loops, and recap edits
- Prepare internal review exports with timecode and version control
- Incorporate feedback notes into revised assemblies
Delivery & Technical Support:
- Prep final exports for multiple platforms (LinkedIn, web, event screens, reels, etc.)
- Ensure correct formatting, aspect ratios, codecs, and caption integration
- Maintain version tracking and final archive organization
TYPES OF PROJECTS
- Documentary-style pilot case studies
- Founder interviews and profiles
- Unscripted event recap videos
- Sizzle reels and montage-driven edits
- Looping event visuals
- Fast paced social-native content
- Brand narrative films
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
- Editors can immediately begin creative work because projects are cleanly structured
- Interview content is searchable, organized, and pre-select pulled
- Rough assemblies reduce lead editor turnaround time
- Final files are delivered accurately and on time
- Projects move efficiently from shoot to publish
COMPENSATION
$30 hour/up to 10 hours a week
This is a 1099 contractor role.
INTRODUCTION
Newlab is seeking an independent contractor Assistant Editor to support the production of high-quality, documentary-style content across digital, social, and experiential platforms. This role is highly execution-focused. You will be responsible for organizing, managing, assembling, and preparing media assets for final edit. You will work closely with the team to ensure projects are technically sound, efficiently structured, and creatively supported from ingest through delivery. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, systems-driven, and fluent in unscripted storytelling workflows. We are looking for a person that is willing to work in-person.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Media Management & Organization:
- Ingest, log, and organize raw footage (multi-camera interviews, vérité/doc-style footage, event coverage, drone, b-roll, etc.)
- Maintain structured project folders and naming conventions across productions
- Sync audio and video; group multi-cam sequences
- Manage archival, graphics, music, and stock assets
- Prepare clean project files for lead editors
Transcription & Story Prep:
- Generate and organize interview transcripts
- Pull selects and build string-outs from unscripted interviews
- Assist in identifying narrative arcs from documentary-style footage
- Create paper edits and support story development workflows
Assembly & Rough Cuts:
- Build rough assemblies and radio cuts
- Cut interview-driven segments, montages, social loops, and recap edits
- Prepare internal review exports with timecode and version control
- Incorporate feedback notes into revised assemblies
Delivery & Technical Support:
- Prep final exports for multiple platforms (LinkedIn, web, event screens, reels, etc.)
- Ensure correct formatting, aspect ratios, codecs, and caption integration
- Maintain version tracking and final archive organization
TYPES OF PROJECTS
- Documentary-style pilot case studies
- Founder interviews and profiles
- Unscripted event recap videos
- Sizzle reels and montage-driven edits
- Looping event visuals
- Fast paced social-native content
- Brand narrative films
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
- Editors can immediately begin creative work because projects are cleanly structured
- Interview content is searchable, organized, and pre-select pulled
- Rough assemblies reduce lead editor turnaround time
- Final files are delivered accurately and on time
- Projects move efficiently from shoot to publish
COMPENSATION
$30 hour/up to 10 hours a week
This is a 1099 contractor role.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Which construction companies in Michigan sponsor F-1 CPT visas?
Michigan-based firms with histories of hiring international students include Barton Malow, Walbridge, and Turner Construction's Detroit-area offices. Large general contractors and engineering-forward firms tend to be more familiar with CPT requirements than smaller subcontractors. Companies with formal internship programs are generally better equipped to handle CPT paperwork, as they already have established onboarding processes for student workers.
Which cities in Michigan have the most construction F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Detroit and its surrounding suburbs, including Southfield and Troy, account for the largest share of construction F-1 CPT opportunities in Michigan, driven by ongoing commercial and infrastructure projects. Grand Rapids is a strong secondary market, with active commercial development and several regional contractors headquartered there. Lansing and Ann Arbor also produce openings, particularly tied to government-funded infrastructure and university construction projects.
What types of construction roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Michigan?
Roles that align directly with a student's degree field are the qualifying factor for CPT, not the construction industry itself. Common qualifying positions include construction project management intern, civil engineering intern, structural engineering co-op, and BIM coordination roles. These tie clearly to civil engineering, construction management, or architecture degree programs. General labor or field-only roles without a connection to a student's academic program typically do not meet CPT eligibility requirements.
How do I find construction F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate is a job board built specifically for international students and visa holders, making it easier to find construction employers in Michigan that are open to F-1 CPT candidates. Because CPT eligibility depends on your specific degree program and school authorization, filtering by visa type and state on Migrate Mate helps narrow results to relevant opportunities rather than applying broadly to roles that may not qualify.
Are there any Michigan-specific considerations for F-1 CPT in the construction industry?
Michigan's construction industry is heavily tied to automotive and industrial infrastructure, which means many internship openings are with firms supporting facility expansion for manufacturers like Ford, GM, and Stellantis. CPT authorization must come from your DSO at your U.S. school before you begin any paid work, and the position must be an integral part of your curriculum. Students at Michigan universities should confirm their program's CPT policy well before accepting an offer.
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