08/31/2026
Is your internship actually CPT?
New federal guidance from SEVP is putting more scrutiny on CPT authorizations, specifically whether the training is truly required and integral to your curriculum, not just an optional opportunity labeled as CPT.
If you are an F-1 student, this is worth understanding before you request authorization from your DSO, not after.
We are here to help if you have questions about your specific case.