Optional Practical Training Seminar for Graduating F-1 Students

When:
Location:
William H. Thumel Sr. Business Center
Room:
323
Description:

Optional Practical Training Seminar for Graduating F-1 Students

Are you an F-1 student who is graduating in Fall 2017?

Learn about Optional Practical Training (OPT), a type of post-graduation employment authorization available to F-1 visa students through US Citizenship and Immigration Services.

We will discuss:

  • -- How and when to apply
  • -- Your SEVIS reporting requirements ro UB while on OPT
  • -- New STEM OPT Extension regulations
  • -- Basics of H-1B Temporary Worker status 
  • -- Q&A session
  • -- Job search tips
  • -- OPT application packets will be distributed and reviewed
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Graduating students are required to attend.

All F-1 students are welcome to attend.

Presenter: Wendy Burgess, Director, Office of International Services

 

Contact Name:
Wendy Burgess
Contact Email:
wburgess@ubalt.edu
Contact Phone:
4756

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request 10 days prior to a campus event and 30 days prior to an event requiring travel.

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