national students to be employed in the country during and after a course of
study, but there are restricti
ons. If you want to work in the U.S. you must plan ahead and familiarize yourself with the
rules and regulations that accompany the immigration laws
. Regulations change constantly, so you must be aware that
even if you are offered an employment opportunity, you may not be legally able to accept it. Take time to look through
the provided resources in order to better understand your position as an inter
national student.
In general, not being a U.S. citizen or permanent resident adds a level of difficulty to a job search, but there are employer
s
who are not
only willing to hire foreign nationals, but are also specifically looking for these individuals. Naturally, it will
depend on the industry as well as the employer. Practical Training offers students who have studied in the U.S. on an F
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visa the opportun
ity to work for up to twelve months in a field related to their studies. In general as a foreign national you
cannot work for the U.S. federal government, for most other U.S. state and local government entities, or for private
employers who receive governm
ent contracts.
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