Education CPT Jobs in New York
New York's education sector spans some of the country's largest school districts, private universities, and edtech companies, making it one of the more active states for F-1 CPT opportunities. Employers across New York City, Buffalo, and Albany regularly bring on F-1 students in instructional, research, and curriculum roles through CPT arrangements coordinated with their university's designated school official.
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Administrative and Central Office
Office Title/Functional Title:
Office of General Counsel - Special Education Case Management (SECM) Law Student Intern (Graduate) - 26426
Civil Service Title:
Summer College Intern
Level:
N/A
Division/Office:
Office of the General Counsel
Borough:
Brooklyn
Posting End Date:
06/30/2026
Description:
Please Note: This is a temporary, Summer Internship position.
OFFICE DESCRIPTION:
The Office of General Counsel, Special Education Management (SECM) oversees the legal administrative functions of special education due process work for New York City Public Schools. It includes – the Impartial Hearing Office (IHO), the Impartial Hearing Order Implementation Unit (IHOIU), and the Enhanced Rate Equitable Services Unit (ERES). SECM works on matters related to special education due process, implementation of due process orders, and claims related to requests for enhanced rate equitable services. SECM teams ensure compliance with due process mandates under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), New York State Education Law, New York State Education Department (NYSED) Commissioners Regulations, and the New York City Public School (NYCPS) Chancellor’s regulations. They also work to drive compliance with the J.S.M. v NYCDOE and L.V. v. NYCDOE class action lawsuits.
INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a law student intern in Special Education Case Management, you will be under the close supervision of and directly report to an Attorney Supervisor. You will receive training and practical experience in agency legal work - in this case in Special Education Law. Typical tasks include (but are not limited to) legal research and the preparing of legal documents, analyzing legal documents and assisting in document review, and assisting in the review and interpretation of existing laws, rules and regulations. Due to the sensitive nature of the subject matter of Special Education due process, and requirements of federal and state privacy laws, all interns will be required to maintain the strictest confidences of all proceedings.
This is an ideal internship for law students interested in pursuing the practice of special education or agency law. By the end of the internship you will have a strong sense of accomplishment and an in-depth understanding of what it is like to work in special education law in a setting with the highest volume of special education due process claims in the United States.
QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIAL SKILLS/AREA OF STUDY:
Must have completed one year of law school.
UNDERGRADUATE OR GRADUATE INTERN?
Graduate – Law Student Intern
IN-PERSON, REMOTE, HYBRID MODEL?
Hybrid Model
Salary:
$24.73 per hour
(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not earn less than their current salary.)
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
* New York City Residency is NOT Required *
We encourage all applicants from the New York City tri-state area to apply.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
DOE Non-Discrimination Policy
The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy.
REQUESTING AN ACCOMMODATION - APPLICANTS
Any prospective employee (applicant) who is a qualified individual with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to assist in the application process. If an applicant for employment believes that they have a qualifying disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process on an equal basis as applicants who do not have a disability, they should request an accommodation with their interview team or contact ODA by emailing ODA@schools.nyc.gov. The determination of the accommodation request will be communicated to the applicant in writing.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.
Position Type:
Administrative and Central Office
Office Title/Functional Title:
Office of General Counsel - Special Education Case Management (SECM) Law Student Intern (Graduate) - 26426
Civil Service Title:
Summer College Intern
Level:
N/A
Division/Office:
Office of the General Counsel
Borough:
Brooklyn
Posting End Date:
06/30/2026
Description:
Please Note: This is a temporary, Summer Internship position.
OFFICE DESCRIPTION:
The Office of General Counsel, Special Education Management (SECM) oversees the legal administrative functions of special education due process work for New York City Public Schools. It includes – the Impartial Hearing Office (IHO), the Impartial Hearing Order Implementation Unit (IHOIU), and the Enhanced Rate Equitable Services Unit (ERES). SECM works on matters related to special education due process, implementation of due process orders, and claims related to requests for enhanced rate equitable services. SECM teams ensure compliance with due process mandates under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), New York State Education Law, New York State Education Department (NYSED) Commissioners Regulations, and the New York City Public School (NYCPS) Chancellor’s regulations. They also work to drive compliance with the J.S.M. v NYCDOE and L.V. v. NYCDOE class action lawsuits.
INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a law student intern in Special Education Case Management, you will be under the close supervision of and directly report to an Attorney Supervisor. You will receive training and practical experience in agency legal work - in this case in Special Education Law. Typical tasks include (but are not limited to) legal research and the preparing of legal documents, analyzing legal documents and assisting in document review, and assisting in the review and interpretation of existing laws, rules and regulations. Due to the sensitive nature of the subject matter of Special Education due process, and requirements of federal and state privacy laws, all interns will be required to maintain the strictest confidences of all proceedings.
This is an ideal internship for law students interested in pursuing the practice of special education or agency law. By the end of the internship you will have a strong sense of accomplishment and an in-depth understanding of what it is like to work in special education law in a setting with the highest volume of special education due process claims in the United States.
QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIAL SKILLS/AREA OF STUDY:
Must have completed one year of law school.
UNDERGRADUATE OR GRADUATE INTERN?
Graduate – Law Student Intern
IN-PERSON, REMOTE, HYBRID MODEL?
Hybrid Model
Salary:
$24.73 per hour
(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not earn less than their current salary.)
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
* New York City Residency is NOT Required *
We encourage all applicants from the New York City tri-state area to apply.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
DOE Non-Discrimination Policy
The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy.
REQUESTING AN ACCOMMODATION - APPLICANTS
Any prospective employee (applicant) who is a qualified individual with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to assist in the application process. If an applicant for employment believes that they have a qualifying disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process on an equal basis as applicants who do not have a disability, they should request an accommodation with their interview team or contact ODA by emailing ODA@schools.nyc.gov. The determination of the accommodation request will be communicated to the applicant in writing.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.
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Search Education Jobs in New YorkEducation CPT Sponsorship Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
Which education companies sponsor F-1 CPT visas in New York?
New York hosts a wide range of education employers that have historically worked with F-1 CPT students, including major universities like Columbia, NYU, and Cornell's NYC tech campus, as well as edtech companies and tutoring organizations. Public school districts and charter networks in New York City also periodically bring on CPT students in support and research capacities. Sponsorship availability varies by role, term, and department.
Which cities in New York have the most education F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
New York City concentrates the majority of F-1 CPT education opportunities, driven by its density of universities, private schools, and edtech startups. Buffalo is a secondary hub, particularly around the University at Buffalo's research and education programs. Albany has openings tied to state education agencies and policy organizations. Smaller markets like Rochester and Syracuse also see activity through their own university ecosystems.
What types of education roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship?
Roles that commonly qualify include curriculum development, instructional design, education research, tutoring program coordination, and academic support. Administrative or operational roles inside educational institutions may also qualify if they are directly tied to a student's field of study. The connection between the position and your degree program is what your DSO evaluates when approving CPT, so the role must be integral to your academic curriculum.
How do I find education F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 students and filters job listings by visa type, so you can search education roles in New York that are open to CPT candidates without sorting through positions that exclude international students. Because CPT authorization must come from your school, pairing a Migrate Mate job search with early conversations with your DSO helps you move quickly once you identify a role.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for F-1 CPT in the education sector?
New York City's Department of Education has specific hiring requirements, including background checks and certification standards that can affect timelines for F-1 students. New York State also has its own teacher certification process that is separate from federal visa requirements. For edtech and private sector education roles, standard CPT rules apply, but some employers in New York require on-site work arrangements, which can affect authorization if your school is located in another state.