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How to legally work in the US as an international student
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How to legally work in the US as an international student
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Should I get an MBA in the US?
Should I get an MBA in the US?
The US is the top destination for international students seeking a Master of Business Administration degree or MBA. Before applyin...
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June 11, 2024
Is Day 1 CPT legal?
Is Day 1 CPT legal?
Most international students on F-1 visas in the US must wait one academic year before they can begin working off-campus through th...
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May 29, 2024
Peak recruitment seasons by industry that international students should know
Peak recruitment seasons by industry that international students should know
Are you a college student wondering when to start applying for a full-time job? In the US, the timing of when you should apply for...
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May 15, 2024
How to be irresistible as an international student in your job search
How to be irresistible as an international student in your job search
For international students, the job search experience can be stressful and unpredictable. You are navigating an unfamiliar job mar...
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May 7, 2024
How to find an on-campus job as an international student
How to find an on-campus job as an international student
It’s common for college students in the US to work part-time while in school, and on-campus jobs are relatively easy for interna...
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April 17, 2024
Which jobs should you pursue as an international student?
Which jobs should you pursue as an international student?
Being an international student comes with unique challenges when it’s time for job hunting. There will be many potential career...
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April 9, 2024
Optional practical training (OPT) vs. STEM OPT
Optional practical training (OPT) vs. STEM OPT
Learn the difference between Optional Practical Training (OPT) and STEM OPT. Interstride empowers students to thrive international...
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March 20, 2024
Vania Chow: On landing an internship in finance as an international student
Vania Chow: On landing an internship in finance as an international student
Vania Chow is an undergraduate international student at Stanford University studying computer science and economics. She grew up i...
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March 15, 2024
How to answer: When can you start
How to answer: When can you start
Preparing for job interviews for international students comes with unique challenges. You will need to have some understanding of...
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March 13, 2024
CPT vs OPT: Choosing the right work authorization option
CPT vs OPT: Choosing the right work authorization option
Are you an international student looking for work experience in the US? You may have heard the terms CPT and OPT thrown around at...
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March 5, 2024
H-1B regular cap vs master’s cap
H-1B regular cap vs master’s cap
H-1B visas are highly sought after, but there is only a certain amount of these visas available each year. This limit is known as...
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February 26, 2024
How can international students transfer universities in the US
How can international students transfer universities in the US
If you are unhappy with your current US university or want to switch schools for another reason, you may wonder, can I change scho...
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February 15, 2024
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What is Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for F-1 international students
What is Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for F-1 international students
Gaining real-life work experience in the US as an international student is a great opportunity to put your studies into practice...
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February 9, 2024
10 H-1B benefits and how to take advantage of them
10 H-1B benefits and how to take advantage of them
The H-1B is the most popular visa option for international students and graduates who wish to stay and work in the US, and there a...
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January 31, 2024
Alice Wen: Leveraging an MBA in the US tech industry
Alice Wen: Leveraging an MBA in the US tech industry
International alumna Alice Wen recently graduated with an MBA from Rice University and is currently working at Dell as a Global Co...
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January 23, 2024
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