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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:

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Administrative Assistant
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Teaching Assistant
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Campus Ambassador
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Tutor
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Sales Assistant
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Library Assistant
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Barista
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Cashier
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Fast Food Attendant
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Receptionist

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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.

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