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IMMIGRATION SPOTLIGHT

In this week's edition:

Announcements: International Education Week
Checklist Items & Updates: Academic Training, Post-Grad Employment Options
Workshops: OPT, Visa and Employment Workshops

ANNOUNCEMENTS

International Education Week at NYU

November 14 - 19

International Education Week (IEW) is an annual celebration of all the benefits to be gained through international education and exchange worldwide. Events on campus kick off on November 14 and carry on through the week!

CHECKLIST ITEMS & UPDATES

Graduating this semester and want to work in the US afterwards?

Know the options available to you.

If you're an F-1 student and want to work, you must apply for OPT as soon as possible, if you haven't already.
If you're a J-1 student and want to work, you must apply for Academic Training before you complete your studies.
If you are staying on at NYU to do another academic program, apply for a new I-20 or DS-2019 on our Change Major or Degree page.
If you are starting an academic program at another school within the US, learn how to Transfer out of NYU.

WORKSHOPS

Global Career Week: Off-Campus Employment Options for F-1 Students Webinar

November 9th | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM ET | Virtual

Are you an F-1 international student at NYU who’s interested in working/interning off-campus, but not sure what your next step should be? This workshop provides an overview of different types of work authorization (namely CPT and OPT), what to consider when choosing the option that fits for you, and how to get through the application process. We’ll also briefly cover employment-related topics like social security, tax, health insurance, and extensions.

STEM OPT Webinar

November 11th l 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM ET | Virtual

The STEM OPT extension is an additional 24 months of OPT work authorization for students with a US degree in certain majors of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. During this webinar, we will review eligibility for the extension, the application process, reporting responsibilities, travel, and how Cap Gap extension often overlaps with the STEM extension.

The Student Visa Application and Interview: What to Expect

November 17th l 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM ET | Virtual

Learn about the process to get a US student visa, what to expect for the day of your visa interview, possible outcomes of your student visa application, and resources to turn to if your application is delayed or denied.