How to Land a Job in the US on OPT status (F1 Visa)
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Over the past decade of recruiting and career coaching, I have enjoyed helping international students land internships and full-time opportunities in the US. I know it can be challenging, but the good news is this: you can absolutely land a position in the US for the duration of your OPT-status and very well can set up yourself for H1-B sponsorship success. In this video, I’ll break down the main obstacles for F1 Visa holders as well as outline exactly how to increase your odds of landing an opportunity.
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After sending 1000+ applications , my experience is that HR ends up calling for interviews when they see we marked "No" for sponsorship on the online application but when they find out we are on a visa (anything other than a green card or being a us citizen) immediately goes negative. They are not willing to hear our story so they don't want someone who is going to be around for 1-3 years on opt because they argue that we will need a H1 sponsorship in future which is unacceptable for them. So unable to convince them that we don't require sponsorship now cause they are quite rigid regarding this. Hence, some of them explicitly mentioning in job description we need unlimited work authorization.
It is frustrating for sure. But keep your head up because there are a LOT of companies (global ones especially) that won't blink an eye.
This is literally happening to me right now. Got my dream job at dream company all that, made it to the final round, and HR found that I'm on OPT then rejected me. Im so tired
I am not the not only one with this good to see that. I wish you guys (and myself) all the best for job hunting.
True!
Yup, happening to me rn as well. Thank you for sharing this, this is very comforting, even though the situation is frustrating. lol
Excellent video. Thanks for the tips. Keel them coming.
Hey Emily, thank you very much for sharing this content. I`m currently trying to to understand this process a little more as I`ll be applying for my OPT next semester. This was very helpful!
Ah don't forget to check the article linked in the description -- there's a lot more explanation and references in there. :) Thanks for checking!
Emily, thank you so much for sharing this content. Looking for a job on OPT has been feeling like a big step into the unknown. Your advice really helps me to believe that I can do it! :)
Highly knowledgeable video content. Thank you 🙏
Loved it ❤️
Hi Emily,
Thanks profoundly for the tips in the video. I am an international MBA student who has just completed my first semester. I was fortunate through the help of my school to have a curriculum Practical Training (CPT) approval to work and led to me having an SSN.
That's awesome!!! CPT is a great way to gain experience as well! :)
Hey Emily,
As an F-1 student one of the major difficulty we have is, when they mention "Indefinite U.S.work authorized" in the job discription or in the application they ask "will you now or in future require sponsorship?" as a yes or no question.
Hi Aneesh! Great question. I would put 'no' because right now you don't need sponsorship and who is to say you need sponsorship in the future? There's a chance that another employer may recruit/poach you and offer you sponsorship. There's a chance you might decide to build your experience in another country. I'd have a candid discussion and elaborate on this once you're in the interview... but it will be, unfortunately, difficult to even have an interview if you mark Yes.
I once had a candidate who was interviewing for paralegal roles and the hiring manager who loved this candidate asked if they were going to go to law school to be an attorney. This candidate answered yes. They ultimately didn't get the paralegal job because the hiring manager was worried about having to train and replace 9 months later. Well, the paralegal ended up getting another job and simultaneously didn't get accepted into any of her dream schools. She ended up also loving being a paralegal and realized she no longer wanted to go to law school anymore.
Thought I'd share that perspective/analogy as we don't know what the future holds. There are so many things that can happen!
Thank you for this, I usually key in Yes for work sponsorship I literally cant count how many rejection letters I have received or interviews that wouldn't last 5mins just because the recruiter isn't familiar with what f1 OPT is.
Very helpful.
Thank you, Anand! :)
Good day, your video really helped me a lot. I would love to ask you some questions as to how to keep moving forward.
Hey Cultivator! Let me know, was this helpful to you? What other topics do you want to see me make videos on?
Thank you SO MUCH for this. I just had an interview a couple of hours ago and after they asked about this point, they were not much aware so they discontinued the interview. I am sending a follow-up email to them. Thank you again!
Hey Emily, the link to the free resource library seems to be broken. Do you perhaps have some other link? Thanks for all the information by the way.
Hi, This was very helpful! Could you please make a video on how to target companies that are familiar with OPT status? Thank you so much!
Great suggestion, Ashley! :)
Hello Emily. Do you think it's a good idea to include the U.S. work eligibility without sponsorship part in the cover letter instead of the resume?
Hi I need your advice on question when applying an OPT about sponsorship in the future?
Hi Emily, thank you for doing this video. I am in an MBA program and my school is not the most helpful in getting internationals hired. I was hoping to learn more about how can we stand out compares to other Americans. Also, how can convince companies to commit to a long term plan with us?
You may want to read the blog for more details as I cover these questions in more depth!: www.cultivitae.com/land-a-job-on-opt-status/
Hey Kyle, can you share your experience. I am also an MBA student on F1 visa. My college is also not so supportive for an International Student Case. How to proceed. Any advice.
Hi Emily, I am on F1 visa doing an MBA program. Is it possible to apply a job in the bank on OPT? if I apply a job through student & graduate path, people say better have an internship first. However I found so many roles at the bank which only requires high school or bachelor degree, seems easier to apply. Could you please advise should I apply from now if I m going to finish my degree in May 2022? .
Hello, I’m a new subscriber! Do you have any tips on gaining employment with companies that can sponsor EB-3 visas?
Thanks for subscribing, Comfort! Congrats on EB-3 status. I'd check with the USCIS for the latest regulations and qualifications. But similarly, targeting global companies that aren't phased by immigration filing is one of the best strategies in these cases!
Hi at 43 with two MA and four languages and university teaching experience are my chances good
Hi ! Thank you for the video , very informative! Do you think that it’s possible that companies would want to hire someone just for one year ( the year without sponsorship). I always had the thought that companies would not want “waste” their time hiring someone just for one year and that later they would not want to sponsor that person 😕. Is that a real thing ? Thanks !!!
Yes, there are a lot of companies that hire employees seasonally, part-time, as an intern, or full-time with a hard stop. They say it as a win-win as you provide a service while also gaining experience. Trust that many of your peers and international students are getting opportunities, you can, too! We have a lot of international students in our programs that secure their next opportunity.
Hey Emily,
I'm graduating this July with a Bachelor's in Psychology and a second major in Natural & Applied Sciences. I am really struggling to find a job within either of those fields. Do you have any tips or stories based on what Psychology students have landed jobs for OPT?
Thank you so much.
Hello, have you looked tried to look for jobs in HR?
Hi Emily,
I graduated with a Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineer and I am having a job interview next week, which will take place 5 weeks before my last legal day staying in the USA. They don't know that I am under F-1 Visa yet. What is the best way to address these matters and when to do so without losing their interest in hiring me? Thank you!
How did it go?
If I choose NON STEM?
You can still get a job without a STEM degree -- you just won't have the STEM extention. But I've had a lot of clients with international biz degrees or even English degrees land jobs related to their major.