Archive for the ‘F-1/ M-1/ J-1 Visa’ Category

F-1 Visa Employment Opportunities – Practical Training

1/17/2008 Written by Brian D. Zuccaro

Practical training is off-campus work authorization that permits an F-1 student to engage in employment related to his or her field of study. Practical training may be authorized to an F-1 student when: The F-1 Visa Student is lawfully enrolled on a full time basis; In an approved college, university, conservatory, or seminary; For one […]Read More >

F-1 Visa Employment Opportunities – Internship with an International Organization

1/17/2008 Written by Brian D. Zuccaro

An F-1 student who has been offered employment with a qualifying international organization must apply to the regional immigration service office with jurisdiction over the student’s place of residence. 8 C.F.R. § 214.2 (f) (9) (iii). The application must include: Written certification from the organization that the proposed employment is within the scope of the […]Read More >

F-1 Visa Employment Opportunities-On-campus Employment

1/17/2008 Written by Brian D. Zuccaro

Most F-1 students may engage in on-campus employment without obtaining specific permission if the student is engaged in a full course of study and the employment will not displace a U.S. resident. 8 C.F.R. § 214.2 (f) (9) (i). On-campus employment must be performed on the school’s premises or at an off-campus location that is […]Read More >