As an international student holding the F-1 Student visa, you can participate in CPT and OPT!
CPT and OPT- • Need to be relevant to your program
- • Must be authorized by your university’s DSO and/or the USCIS
Part-Time Opportunities for International Students
International students can only work part-time if on-campus. These options include roles in any on-campus establishment or university-based operations including:
Administrative Assistant
Teaching Assistant
Campus Ambassador
Tutor
Sales Assistant
Library Assistant
Barista
Cashier
Fast Food Attendant
Receptionist
CPT and OPT
To work off-campus, F-1 student visa holders need to qualify for CPT and/or OPT. CPT (Curricular Practical Training) is work experience that is a component of your curriculum. OPT (Optional Practical Training) is work experience that is not a component of your program completion. Both CPT and OPT must be relevant to your program of study, and have separate authorization processes you need to fulfil before you can legally work in the USA.