- Employment for F-1 student status is restricted to ensure what?
A focus on study
2. Jose is volunteering every Tuesday at a local elementary school tutoring children in math. He is not receiving any type of compensation (money, tuition & fees, books, supplies, room, food, or any other benefits). Is this considered employment?
No
3. In order for a student to legally work off-campus in the United States while on a student visa, what should they do?
Obtain authorization with ISSS and/or USCIS
4. What is the definition of Curricular Practical Training (CPT)?
Allows F-1 students to engage in paid, off-campus internship/employment, which is required for, or an integral to, program completion
5. What is the definition of Optional Practical Training (OPT)?
Allows students to engage in paid employment related to the students major and areas of study during or after program completion