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As an international student you must secure the training opportunity before CPT can be authorized.
- Positions must be related to your field of study/declared major.
- Your academic advisor must approve you to be off campus and secure permission for the proper course and have them sign the CPT form.
- Must be registered for proper internship class in the semester that you want CPT.
- Be sure that you have a job offer letter on letterhead from the employer that includes:
- Company/institution name and address
- Brief job description
- Dates of your employment (both start and end dates)
- Number of proposed week hours per week
- Signature from hiring authority
Please note that your immigration advisor at the Kearney Center determines your eligibility for CPT. To fully understand eligibility, kindly click this link and read carefully; https://mankato.mnsu.edu/academics/global-education/centers-of-global-education/international-student-services/employment/f-1-students/curricular-practical-training/