This recent article on Interstride gave great insight for international students with a STEM background who are seeking technology jobs in the U.S. Since the hiring process for international students can be more challenging due to them needing a visa sponsorship, this article provides tips on how to get a tech career in the U.S. and that it is possible and in high demand right now.
This article reviews the process international students need to follow, such as OPT and visa application process, and recruitment timeline for hiring students. It also lists the benefits for working for tech companies, these being: high annual earnings, hybrid work opportunities, and professional development funds and trainings offered to students. It also gives tips to students to prepare their job application.
If you type “OPT and CPT jobs” and search United States for location in LinkedIn’s job search function, more than 1600 jobs pop up. OPT Nation also lists OPT jobs for international students in the US, most of which are technology jobs. By checking these opportunities, as well as Interstride, for employers who are most likely to hire international students, students are more likely to find internship or job opportunities.
Finally, international students can also make appointment with us, where we can help you find CPT or OPT jobs in your field and also review with you companies that are currently sponsoring (or in the past sponsored) H1-B visas for students. You can make an appointment with us on Handshake.