Energy Jobs in Texas with F-1 CPT Sponsorship
Texas is one of the top states for F-1 CPT energy jobs, with major employers like ExxonMobil, Chevron Phillips Chemical, and Shell concentrated in Houston, Midland, and the Permian Basin corridor. Energy students from programs at UT Austin, Texas A&M, and Rice University frequently pursue CPT placements at upstream, midstream, and downstream companies across the state.
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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 181432
Position Summary
Plan, lay-out and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts for installation of concrete structures in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.
Experience Level
Skilled
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Read and interpret prints, drawings, plans and specifications and visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
- Constructs, erects, installs and repairs structures, scaffolding and framework using hand and power tools.
- Measure, cut, assemble and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts; construct and erect built-in-place or prefabricated wooden forms, according to specifications for molding concrete structures.
- Erect built-in-place forms or assemble and install prefabricated forms; Insert spreaders and tie-rods between opposite pieces to maintain specific dimensions; brace forms in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks and timber.
- Pour concrete into finished forms, finish concrete surfaces to specifications and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications.
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
- Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.
Requirements
- The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
- Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions.
- Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required.
- May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
- Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment.
- May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site.
- Must have required tools.
- May require DL.
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required.
- Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 181432
Position Summary
Plan, lay-out and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts for installation of concrete structures in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes and industry standards.
Experience Level
Skilled
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Read and interpret prints, drawings, plans and specifications and visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
- Constructs, erects, installs and repairs structures, scaffolding and framework using hand and power tools.
- Measure, cut, assemble and install forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts; construct and erect built-in-place or prefabricated wooden forms, according to specifications for molding concrete structures.
- Erect built-in-place forms or assemble and install prefabricated forms; Insert spreaders and tie-rods between opposite pieces to maintain specific dimensions; brace forms in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks and timber.
- Pour concrete into finished forms, finish concrete surfaces to specifications and install all other items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications.
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Must possess strong working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
- Proficient in the safe and efficient use of electrical, hand tools, power tools and layout tools as well as measurement tools.
Requirements
- The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
- Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions.
- Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required.
- May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
- Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment.
- May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site.
- Must have required tools.
- May require DL.
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required.
- Ability to pass pre-access drug and alcohol testing.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Which energy companies in Texas are known to sponsor F-1 CPT positions?
Large integrated energy companies headquartered in Texas, including ExxonMobil, ConocoPhillips, Halliburton, and Schlumberger (SLB), have established internship programs that routinely accommodate F-1 CPT students. Midstream operators like Enterprise Products Partners and pipeline-focused firms also hire CPT students in engineering and data analytics roles. That said, CPT authorization depends on your DSO and school program requirements, not just the employer's willingness to hire.
Which cities in Texas have the most energy F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Houston is by far the leading city, home to the global headquarters of dozens of major oil and gas companies, oilfield services firms, and energy technology companies. Midland and Odessa serve as hubs for Permian Basin upstream operations, offering field and technical roles. Austin has a growing energy tech and renewables presence, while San Antonio and Corpus Christi offer opportunities in refining and LNG export operations.
What types of energy roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Texas?
Roles that qualify for CPT must be directly tied to your degree program. In Texas's energy sector, this most commonly includes petroleum engineering internships, reservoir modeling positions, chemical engineering co-ops at refineries, energy data science roles, and environmental compliance internships. Renewable energy firms in Texas also hire CPT students for grid analysis, solar project development, and energy storage research positions aligned with engineering or environmental science programs.
How do I find energy F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students searching for visa-friendly jobs, including F-1 CPT positions in Texas's energy sector. You can filter by state, visa type, and industry to surface roles at companies actively working with CPT students. Beyond Migrate Mate, your university's DSO and career center often maintain relationships with Texas energy employers who have CPT experience, which can streamline the authorization process.
Are there any Texas-specific or energy industry considerations F-1 CPT students should know?
Texas has no state income tax, which is relevant for CPT students budgeting during internships. More importantly, some upstream and oilfield services roles require access to facilities with federal security or export control requirements, which can create complications for certain international students depending on country of origin. Confirm with your prospective employer and DSO early in the process whether any export control regulations apply to the specific role and worksite.
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