Employment

Work authorization during academic program that is integral to major or receiving credit towards degree. 

Post-graduation 12-month work authorization for F-1 students in the United States.

A 24-month OPT extension for graduates who graduated with a STEM degree and will work for a verified company approved by the U.S. government.

A a 9-digit employee identification number issued by the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). It is used for employment and tax purposes.

F-1 students are allowed to work on-campus without CPT, but do need to get a SSN.

F-1 students are free to engage in volunteer work as long as it meets the definition and criteria of volunteering as set by the U.S. Department of Labor