As part of the International Student Series, the Career Connections Center collaborated with UF’s International Center to host a virtual workshop on September 18, 2024, on Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT). The workshop was an informative session for international students to understand the process and get any questions answered that they may have pertaining to CPT/OPT.
Quick recap
Steven Ghulamani (UF International Center) and Edwina Hurst (Career Connections Center) discussed career readiness and professional development resources available to international students, as well as, a deep dive into the processes and implications of Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT) for international students, including the application process, eligibility criteria, and the importance of maintaining status while on OPT. Lastly, they addressed concerns about support from the International Center, the conditions for a student to be considered part-time, and the handling of student competitions and research funding.
RECORDING for CPT/OPT Educational Session – September 18th, 2024 (recording will be deleted in 180 Days)
Upcoming…International Student Series – Fall 2024
- OPT/OPT-STEM Educational Session | October 4, 2024 (10:45 A.M. – 12:15 P.M.) | VIRTUAL
- The Career Connections Center and International Student Services are collaborating to present a session about OPT and OPT-STEM! Please attend to learn about your ability to legally work after graduation. We will also be discussing Career Connections Center services for international students. Registration Link: https://bit.ly/4dmcdZx
- Immigration Attorney Q&A | October 8, 2024 (2 – 3 P.M.) | VIRTUAL
- The U.S. immigration system can be tough to navigate as an international student. In collaboration with Fragomen, the largest immigration firm in the world, the UF Career Connections Center has created this session to provide international students with an overview of the U.S. Immigration system and an introduction of key aspects that may impact your student visa status and potential employment options as an international student. Registration Link: https://bit.ly/46QGSeL
- What Is Your Immigration Plan? – October 22, 2024 (2 – 3 P.M.) | VIRTUAL
- What is your plan after graduation? Attend this session to learn about different ways to obtain an employment-based visa post-graduation. Andrea Huerta-Rodriguez, an Immigration Attorney with Fragomen Associates, will be delivering a presentation and answering your questions related to H1B Visas and other ways to legally remain in the U.S. Registration Link: https://bit.ly/4cvdFHs
Additional Resources
- Career Hub (International Students) – https://careerhub.ufl.edu/channels/international/
- GoinGlobal (Access through GCL –> Resources tab –> Learn About Global Opportunities –> GoinGlobal)
- Employment or Training – https://internationalcenter.ufl.edu/f-1-student/f-1-status-requirements/employment
- Active Learning Program – https://caires.center.ufl.edu/education/
- Forage Job Simulations – https://www.theforage.com/
- Quinncia – https://careerhub.ufl.edu/resources/quinncia/
- Gator Network – https://pronetwork.ufl.edu/
