What help will I get at MIT to find jobs and internships in the USA as an international student?
MIT's Career Advising and Professional Development team helps with resumes, cover letters, interview preparation, networking and job searching, while job listings, career fairs and employer events support internship and job hunts. The International Students Office explains work and visa rules such as CPT, OPT and STEM OPT.
MIT gives international students dedicated career and visa support. The Career Advising and Professional Development team helps you with resumes, interviews and networking, and the International Students Office explains the work rules tied to your visa.
Support available
| Support area | What it offers |
|---|---|
| Employment opportunities | Career resources for finding jobs and internships, within the work rules of your visa |
| Internships and full-time jobs | Job listings, career fairs and employer events, plus an online platform for internships and jobs |
| Career advising | Help with resumes, cover letters, interview preparation and career planning |
| Networking | Guidance on using the connections you build at MIT |
| Visa guidance | The International Students Office explains work rules such as CPT, OPT and STEM OPT |
What decides your outcome
Getting a job in the USA depends on what you studied, the skills you have, whether you are allowed to work and whether an employer is willing to sponsor your visa.
My Advice
Meet the career team early and speak to the International Students Office before you accept any internship. Work authorisation rules are specific to your visa, so confirm them first.
Will you actually get a job after your US master's?
Talk to a counsellor about real outcomes, salaries and which courses employers hire from.
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