Fall 2024 Workshops
Please find our virtual immigration workshop series below. Join us at one of our scheduled workshops to learn about maintaining status and employment benefits as an F-1 student and ask questions. In addition, do access one of our on-demand workshops available on our website about OPT or on-campus student employment.
Fall 2024 Workshop Series
Post Completion OPT Application Basics and Q&A
This workshop covers topics for students preparing to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT), including eligibility factors and timing of application, considerations for travel and employment, and tips for preparing and submitting the OPT application. Questions will be taken via chat at the end of the presentation.
- Monday July 8, 2024 11AM Register Here
- Thursday August 8, 2024 3PM Register Here
- Friday September 13, 2024 12PM Register Here
- Wednesday October 9, 2024 4PM Register Here
- Thursday November 7, 2024 10AM Register Here Please note that this session (11/07) will have an extra focus on the unique needs of PhD students.
- Monday December 9, 2024 4PM Register Here
STEM OPT Basics and Q&A
This workshop is designed for students who have already applied for Optional Practical Training (OPT) and who may already be working on OPT. Covers advanced OPT topics including an overview of STEM OPT, allowing OPT extensions for certain Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields. After this workshop, students should be prepared to apply for the STEM OPT extension. Questions will be taken via chat at the end.
- Thursday July 25, 2024 4PM Register Here
- Tuesday September 24, 2024 3PM Register Here
- Friday October 25, 2024 11AM Register Here
- Tuesday November 19, 2024 2PM Register Here Please note that this session (11/19) will have an extra focus on the unique needs of PhD students.
- Monday December 16, 2024 12PM Register Here
Employment Authorizations for Internships
It’s not too early to begin planning for a summer internship. This workshop covers F-1 student employment authorization options for off-campus work and internships including: Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Pre-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
- Wednesday November 13, 2024 12PM Register Here
CCD x ISSO- International Student Workshop Series
Each semester, ISSO collaborates with Center for Career Development (CCD) on a workshop series especially for International Students. These workshops are in person at the CCD with presenters from the CDC and ISSO.
- Tuesday October 1, 2024 5-6PM Job and Internship Search for International Students
- Thursday October 17, 2024 2-3PM Networking for International Students
- Tuesday November 5, 2024 5-6:30 Interviewing in the US
Special Topics in Immigration with Featured Immigration Attorneys
Join ISSO and local attorneys who specialize in immigration to learn more about special immigration topics;
Immigration Options after OPT
Learn from an immigration attorney what options for employment based visas you may have after your OPT period ends.
- Tuesday October 8, 2024 5-6PM Register Here
Immigration Considerations for Entrepreneurs and Non-Traditional Employment
Looking to start your own business in the United States? Learn about visa options for start ups and entrepreneurs from a local immigration attorney.
- Thursday November 7, 2024 5-6PM Register Here
Immigration Options for Medical Students
Specific immigration information for MD students going into residency from a local immigration attorney.
- Monday December 2, 2024 5-6PM Register Here
On-Demand Workshops – access them anytime!
Student Employment
This workshop covers tips for finding a job on campus, U.S. work permission, your rights and expectations as a U.S. worker, Social Security numbers, getting paid and taxes. It is now offered online in an on-demand format. If you are interested in learning about how to work at BU, you can watch the video any time!
You’re Hired! On Campus Employment for International Students- on demand workshop
OPT Application Basics
Want to know more about the OPT Application process? Check out the OPT Application Basics Workshop below. This video is a 25 minute overview intended to introduce you to basic concepts and terms. You will learn more about what OPT is, when you should apply, and how to maintain your status while on OPT. We recommend that you watch this video when you are starting to think about OPT as it gives you a good overview of the entire process.
OPT Applications Basics – on demand workshop
ISSO Collaboration with Center for Career Development
Please register for these Center for Career Development sessions through the CCD website. Dates will be published shortly