Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is granted by the International Student Advisor to F-1 students who have maintained immigration status, been enrolled full-time for at least one academic year, and who have been approved to enroll in a Babson course that requires an internship (e.g. Business Practicum).

To apply for CPT, you will need to obtain an internship, register for the Business Practicum through the Center for Career Development, and submit supporting documentation to the Office of International Programs.

CPT authorization is employer and date specific. The Business Practicum requires that you are able to complete 100 hours of employment within a prescribed period of time within each semester or during the summer.  The period you are authorized for CPT will not be subtracted from the 12 months of OPT allowed, provided you engage in less than 12 months of full-time CPT.

For detailed information about eligibility requirements, application procedures, and additional types of employment authorization, please contact the Office of International Programs at (781) 239-4565 or visit OIP in Nichols Hall during walk-in hours.