International Students

United States & Canada: 

• Handshake - All MAC students have a Handshake account. You can find employers in Handshake sponsoring work authorization for international students by using the “Will sponsor or doesn’t require US work via or “Accepts OPT/CPT” job search filters.

• My Visa Jobs - My Visa Jobs identifies employment opportunities for foreign nationals who want to live and work in the U.S. and Canada. Search annually updated lists of employers accepting H-1B visa holders. Sort lists by state, industry, or job title. This site also contains information about work authorizations and information about a variety of industries. 

• H-1B Employer Data Hub  - The H-1B Employer Data Hub includes data from fiscal year 2009 through fiscal year 2023 (quarter 2) on employers who have submitted petitions to employ H-1B nonimmigrant workers. 

• H1B Grader - Use this website to identify and gather information on US companies that have sponsor H1B Visas.

• Immihelp - H-1B Sponsors - Search for employers who have applied for and/or sponsored H1B visas in the past.

• Uniworld - Directory of Foreign Firms Operating in the U.S. (and American Firms Operating in Foreign Countries)

• UnitedOPT - United OPT's ultimate ambition is to find OPT Jobs, CPT Jobs, and jobs for international students to find a company who can sponsor their H1B

• LinkedIn - Once you have identified some international-friendly organizations, you need a plan for applying to jobs and networking with professionals at these organizations. 

Global:

• InternationalStudent.com - Job and internship postings.

• Monster International - This site is part of Monster.com and provides 51 affiliated job sites in 44 countries.

• Eurojobs - A multi-country job site covering Europe. 

• Landing.jobs - Europe-focused job postings site with a work permit filter showing companies offering visa support.

• Worldwide Indeed - This site is part of Indeed, focusing on international jobs in 63 countries.

• UNjobs - Discover career opportunities with the United Nations and intergovernmental organizations.

• HigherEdJobs - This site is part of HigherEdjobs, focusing on higher education jobs (faculty and staff) outside of the U.S 

Additional Tips/Resources:

• An International Student's Guide to Networking

• Job Tips for International Students

Can employers limit their interviewing and hiring to U.S. citizens? 
Sometimes, if citizenship is deemed to be an essential part of the position. The National Association of Colleges and Employers has some helpful information on this topic. 

Should I list my immigration status on my resume?
You do not need to list your immigration status on your resume. Your educational background and work history will display that you are an international student. You should never lie about your immigration status, but are not required to disclose it on your resume.

When in the hiring process do I reveal that I’m an international student?  
Some employers adhere to strict policies against hiring foreign nationals. Others may prefer to hire U.S. citizens, but can be convinced otherwise. It is usually recommended that students wait until an employer asks, but be aware of whether the company has petitioned for visas in the past. If you are being asked to travel for an interview, it would be wise to ask, “Is this a position in which the company is willing to petition for an H1-B as I am currently in F-1 status?”  For an additional perspective on this question, read this excerpt from a presentation (PDF) by Adrienne Nussbaum, Assistant Dean for International Student Services at Boston College.

Are there questions that are illegal for an employer to ask me?
An employer MAY NOT ask: “What is your visa type, nationality, place of birth?” or “Of which country are you a citizen?” or “What is your native language?” or “What language do you most often speak?”

An employer MAY ask: “Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?” or “Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an employment visa?” or “Which languages do you read, speak or write?” (provided that foreign language skills are job related)

I am in F-1 status. What should I say when an employer asks about my work authorization?
Explain that you have the legal right to work in the U.S. for up to twelve months using Optional Practical Training (OPT) following graduation. The employer does not need to do anything in order for this to happen. If you have graduated with a degree in one of the STEM (Sciences, Tech, Engineering, and Math) fields, then share that you are eligible for a 24-month STEM extension of your OPT. If you do not have a degree in a STEM field or if you’ve completed your STEM extension, you should explain that your work authorization may be authorized for another three-to-six years with H-1B status. If the employer asks for more information, you should be able to clearly explain the H-1B process. To learn more, OGS hosts an H-1B session each semester. Helpful hint: Avoid using the word “sponsor,” instead use the word “petition” when speaking about H-1B status.

How to answer Job Application Questions that ask about Work Authorization (via Carnegie Mellon University): https://www.cmu.edu/oie/employment/resources/work-authorization.html

Interstride Blog  - Read hundreds of free articles written to help international students with Career Advice, Visas & Immigration, and to read other students' stories.

Interstide Webinars & Events - Check out free "public event" webinars offered by Interstride. 

Interstride Guides - Read through free guides on topics such as "The 3 most important ways to show value to your employers" and "Top mistakes made by international students during the job search process" 

Connect with Interstride on LinkedIn and Instagram for more tips, webinars, and advice.

Are you unable to work right now, but still looking to gain experience that will make you a more marketable candidate? Check out these volunteer opportunities:

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You can also contact Alison McElheny, Campus Minister, at amcelheny@mtaloy.edu to learn about in-person local volunteer opportunities!