Read our information comparing common F-1 off-campus employment authorizations to determine which is most appropriate for your situation. Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is a type of ...

Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a federal program 72% of international students use to remain in the U.S. after they graduate. American companies seeking highly educated talent can use OPT to ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Stuart Anderson writes about immigration, business and globalization. Nominee for director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration ...

Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is an alternative work/study, internship, cooperative education, or other type of required practicum that may be available to F-1 students. It is an opportunity for ...

DHS is reviewing the OPT program, initiated January 9, 2026, due to worker displacement concerns. OPT participation surged 21% in 2024-25, with nearly 295,000 students, mainly from India & China. DHS ...

Many programs at RIT consider work experience as an integral part of their program. These experiences may include alternate work/study programs, internships, cooperative education, and practicum ...