International Student Resources

  • United States Employment Process

    The first step in designing an effective U.S. job search strategy is to clearly understand the rules and regulations that govern your status. For more information about the rules and regulations, please visit the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) Employment Resources website

    Generally, the job search for new grads, domestic or international, is very self-directed. The school’s involvement includes hosting industry visits, employer recruitment events, professional development workshops, and more. The Watson Career and Alumni Connections office can also help students prepare for the job search through one-on-one consulting. You can schedule an appointment with a WCAC staff member on hireBING by Handshake.

    Tips for a successful job search

    • Research job and internship postings; search for companies that support the hiring of international students.
    • Meet with a Watson Career and Alumni Connections staff member for resume and cover letter reviews, practice mock interviews, job/internship search assistance, etc.
    • Attend Watson Career and Alumni Connections events and familiarize yourself with our resources.
    • Utilize networking to meet professionals in your field of interest
      Go to the Job & Internship Fair every semester.
    • Apply to many opportunities and follow-up appropriately.

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

Important information about post-graduation employment and immigration processes can be found on the ISSS website. Consult with an ISSS staff member for additional assistance.

Interstride

An international student career platform that helps with career exploration and job searching. Find visa and country insights, job listings and more.

United OPT

View a list of top companies that hire F1 OPT international students in the U.S.

MyVisaJobs.com

Review the top H1B employers each year, job titles, and salaries

CareerShift

Search for jobs/internships in one easy resource that combines several different employment search sites. Filter by H-1B Visa Sponsorship opportunities.

Indeed Worldwide

Apply to open roles in various countries throughout the world through their respective Indeed sites