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Make sure to explore your employment options based on your status as an F-1 or J-1 student. Once you get a job, make sure you get a Social Security Number (if you don't already have one). And don't forget about your tax responsibilities.

On-Campus Employment

Work at NYU as an F-1 / J-1 student.
Social Security Number

Once you get a job, make sure you get a Social Security Number (SSN).
Tax

Who needs to file federal or state taxes, when and how.
Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
Unpaid Internships and Volunteer Work

Got an unpaid internship and wondering if you can do it?

Off-Campus Employment

OPT: Optional Practical Training

The most common type of authorization for F-1 students
CPT: Curricular Practical Training

If your academic program has an internship course or requirement
Other Off-Campus Employment

Academic training, economic need employment, or international organizations

Off-Campus Employment Webinar

  • The information presented here was accurate on the date that the webinar was recorded (09/03/2020) and is subject to change. Since this webinar was recorded, there has been a change to the OPT application fee for those applications postmarked on or after October 2. Due to a court order, the fee change will not happen. The OPT application fee remains at $410 until further notice.
  • To access the recording, you must log in with your NYU ID and password using SSO (nyu.zoom.us). You cannot use an external email.
  • This recording will be available until the end of the Fall 2020 semester (12/21/2020).

 

Resources on working in the US

For free information on how to look for a job and advice on US-style resumes and cover letters, connect with the NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development.

Entrepreneurship

Thinking of starting your own business? If you're an F-1 student on OPT, you may be able to become a self-employed business owner in limited circumstances. Unfortunately, this type of advising is beyond our area of expertise. So, if you're serious about getting a business started, discuss your plans with an immigration attorney who works with a corporate attorney. See international students and entrepreneurship for more information about your options while you are in F-1 status. You can also find information on the US Citizenship and Immigration Services Entrepreneur Visa Guide which itemizes US visa options beyond F-1 and J-1 status. 

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