Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is temporary employment authorization which allows F1 students to gain practical experience in their field of study prior to graduation. Both paid and unpaid work requires prior authorization. According to immigration regulations, the work performed must be directly related to the student's major field of study and considered either required or integral to their academic program. Student must be enrolled in the required course for the duration of the work experience.

To get authorization:

Download these files attached below, fill them out and enroll in the required course.

Send these 3 things to ask for authorization:

1. CPT Acknowledgment Form
2. CPT Authorization Request Form
3. Screenshot/Schedule/Proof that you are enrolled in the internship course