Q: How should I answer “Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?” on a job application?
A: You should say yes. If you are on an F-1 visa then you have CPT / OPT to work in the U.S.
Q: How should I answer “Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an employment-authorized visa status or work authorization?” on a job application?
A: You should answer yes, the CPT / OPT lasts for a finite amount of time after which you will need a different kind of sponsorship (H1B or Green Card).
Q: How do Fall or Spring co-ops work on F1?
A: International students may do co-ops using CPT, but do not earn CICS credits, only the universal transcript annotation, so it’s critical to discuss with your academic advisor to be sure you have enough credits and a clear plan to avoid delaying your graduation. Master’s students follow the M.S. Concentration in Field Experience process.
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