Working in the U.S.
Working On-Campus
All international students are allowed to work on-campus without any authorization from USCIS. However, you need documentation from your hiring department. Hourly limits on employment for scholarships and assistantships is 20 hours per week when school is in session. When school is not in session the limit is 40 hours per week. Students seeking on-campus employment should visit the Office of Career Services' website and log into the Handshake portal to see available jobs.
Working Off-Campus
International students are allowed to work off-campus under three categories. International students are required to obtain the authorization of USCIS in order to work off-campus.
Curricular Practical Training
Optional Practical Training
Report OPT Employer Information
Optional Practical Training Extension
H-1B Cap Gap Information
Economic Hardship
Sample Social Security Letter