USC’s International Student Mentorship Program: A model for career and community development
The University of Southern California (USC) is a prestigious private university in Los Angeles that has an international student p...
June 18, 2024
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...
June 11, 2024
5 job boards to post on to attract diverse talent
Workforce diversity is all the buzz these days, but what is workforce diversity and why is it important? Diversity is commonly mis...
June 5, 2024
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...
May 29, 2024
The art of stacking: Using new and underutilized resources to engage international students in career services
John Hopkins University’s Carey Business School has a high international student population. Over 75% of the 1,077 full-time gra...
May 21, 2024
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...
May 15, 2024
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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...
May 7, 2024
International undergraduate student outreach and engagement 101
Effective outreach and engagement for international undergraduate students look different than they do for domestic students. Glob...
May 1, 2024
College in the US vs the UK
The US and the UK are two popular destinations for international students to receive a high-quality college education. However, th...
April 23, 2024
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...
April 17, 2024
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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...
April 9, 2024
Should I do undergrad or graduate school in the US?
If students and their families know that they can only afford one degree overseas, the question becomes: what’s the better v...
April 2, 2024
Optional practical training (OPT) vs. STEM OPT
Learn the difference between Optional Practical Training (OPT) and STEM OPT. Interstride empowers students to thrive international...
March 20, 2024
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...
March 15, 2024
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...
March 13, 2024
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