Who is eligible for CPT? To be eligible for CPT, you must meet the following conditions, in addition to those mentioned above: You are currently in valid F-1 status and you have been in lawful status and a full-time student for at least one academic year (two semesters) at a U.S. school authorized to issue SEVIS I-20’s and you have a job offer for an internship from a specific employer with established beginning and ending dates. Your internship must be approved by your advisor or academic department before CPT can be authorized on your I-20. You must register for a course work which will determine by your advisor.