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If you are an F-1 student planning to transition to H-1B employment, recent changes to the H-1B program may directly impact you. As of January 17, 2025,

If you are an F-1 international student looking for summer training, internships or work opportunities, your first step is to talk to your designated school official (DSO).

On Nov. 26, 2024, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) posted a new notice in the Federal Register that provides Special Student Relief (SSR) for...

Visit the new introductory guide for F-1 and M-1 international students interested in gaining work experience while in the United States. This new resource, the Applying for Practical Training page, features application steps and timelines for: 

As you start your summer and prepare to apply to participate in optional practical training with U.S. Citizenship Immigration Services (USCIS), be sure to connect with your designated school official (DSO). You may only file the Form I-765, “Application for Employment Authorization,” for OPT within the 30-day period after your DSO: 

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On Nov. 24, 2021, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) posted a notice in the Federal Register that provides Special Student Relief (SSR) employment benefits for F-1 nonimmigrant students from Hong Kong who are experiencing severe economic hardship as a result of emergent circumstances in Hong Kong. This notice will temporarily suspend applicable on-campus and off-campus employment regulations for eligible Hong Kong residents.

As the summer ends, revisit these helpful resources for international students and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP)-certified schools. Please reference the below resources for reminders about Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) guidance for the fall 2021 semester, travel reminders for international students, employment resources and more. Contacting SEVP with COVID-19 Questions