{"id":4603,"date":"2023-12-08T11:49:54","date_gmt":"2023-12-08T17:49:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/set\/?page_id=4603"},"modified":"2026-03-26T12:17:47","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T17:17:47","slug":"hiring-international-students","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/set\/recruit-at-uwm\/hiring-international-students\/","title":{"rendered":"Hiring International Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"uwm-u-pb-80 uwm-u-pt-0\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\">There are many unknown facts about hiring international students, and this page highlights the most common.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>International students bring great value to any organization and contribute to its success in many ways. This page highlights the ease, legality, and cost-effectiveness of hiring an international student. For example, most of the paperwork is handled by the students and there\u2019s no extra cost; employers can save money if the international students are eligible for exemptions from tax requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the core is a commitment to diversity, emphasizing the valuable contributions international students bring to the workplace.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--shadow\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h3\" id=\"h-resources\">Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list uwm-c-list--link-arrow\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/set\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/631\/2024\/01\/Hiring-International-Students-one-page-overview.pdf\">View PDF Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.e-verify.gov\/employers\">E-Verify<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list uwm-c-list--border\">\n<li>For any questions, please contact Dan Neuwirth at <a href=\"mailto:neuwirtd@uwm.edu\">neuwirtd@uwm.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-gray uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-separator\" id=\"h-practical-training\">Practical Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-tabs\" data-tabs-prefix-class=\"uwm-p-tabs\"><ul class=\"uwm-p-tablist\" data-hx=\"h2\"><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-uo36-curricular-practical-training-cpt\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Curricular Practical Training (CPT)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-uo36-optional-practical-training-opt\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Optional Practical Training (OPT)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-uo36-stem-opt\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">STEM OPT<\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent\">\n<div id=\"tab-uo36-curricular-practical-training-cpt\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\">Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is an employment authorization for F-1 students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CPT is not a separate visa category and does not require \u201csponsorship\u201d from an employer. Students must have an offer of employment related to their major field of study before they can apply for CPT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>International students on F\u20101 visas may be eligible for CPT authorization while completing their degree program. CPT is only available before they complete their degree program and cannot be used to extend the SEVIS program end date\/degree completion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Eligible students may seek authorization to participate in an internship, co-op, or practicum that is directly related to their major field of study. The purpose of CPT is to apply the knowledge and skills they are gaining in the classroom to practical experience in the U.S.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--shadow\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-additional-information\">Additional Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list uwm-c-list--border\">\n<li><strong>Duration<\/strong>: CPT is intended as a short-term learning experience. There is no limit, but 12 months of full-time CPT eliminates eligibility for OPT.\u202f Part-time CPT employment should not affect eligibility for OPT.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Employer Role<\/strong>:\u202f Applying for CPT is solely the responsibility of the student and therefore requires no action on the part of the hiring organization. (The employer must issue a letter confirming the internship offer.)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost and Processing Time<\/strong>:\u202f There is no cost to the employer.\u202f CPT processing and approval time is usually within 5-10 working days after complete submission.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>CPT authorization is granted for one semester at a time. Students must be enrolled for the semester that they are applying for CPT authorization before they submit their completed CPT application to the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) office. ISSS may take 5-10 business days to evaluate their CPT request. Students may begin employment only after they receive the CPT work authorization on their I\u201020 form (immigration document).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-uo36-optional-practical-training-opt\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\">Optional Practical Training (OPT) is an employment authorization for F-1 students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OPT authorization allows students to work in a job directly related to their major field of study. The purpose of OPT is for students to apply the knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to practical work experience in the U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OPT is available for 12 months per degree level, as long as students progress in degree levels. (Example: A student earns a bachelor\u2019s degree and uses 12 months of OPT. They return to school to earn a master\u2019s and earn eligibility to apply for another 12 months of OPT at the master&#8217;s level).&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--shadow\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading size-h3\" id=\"h-students-can-request-to-work\">Students can request to work:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list uwm-c-list--border\">\n<li><strong>Duration<\/strong>: 12 months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Employer Role<\/strong>: Applying for OPT is solely the responsibility of the student and therefore requires no action on the part of the hiring organization.\u202f OPT can be granted to the student with or without an offer of employment.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost to Employer and Processing Time<\/strong>:\u202f There is no cost to the employer.\u202fThe USCIS processing time for OPT takes an average of 60-90 days; therefore, students are encouraged to apply as early as 90 days prior to graduation.\u202f The new employee must have the EAD card in hand, and the authorization start date has been reached to start working.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-uo36-stem-opt\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p>Students who obtain a degree in <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/international-admissions\/stem-designated-degree-programs\/\">Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)<\/a> may be eligible for an additional 24 months of OPT called Extension.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extension can be authorized for an additional 24 months if the student both&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Is currently on post\u2010completion OPT after completing a bachelor\u2019s, master\u2019s, or doctoral degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Has a job or job offer from an employer registered in the USCIS E-Verify Program.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Employer Roles:<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be enrolled and in good standing with E-Verify.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare and implement a formal training program to support the student\u2019s academic learning through practical experience.&nbsp; The training program is signed by both the employer and the student and submitted to the International Student and Scholar Services office.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the required <a href=\"https:\/\/studyinthestates.dhs.gov\/stem-opt-hub\/for-employers\/employers-stem-opt-reporting-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">STEM OPT reporting for employers<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be prepared for a government agent worksite visit to verify STEM OPT program requirements are being met.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide an employment opportunity similar to U.S. workers in duties, hours, and compensation.&nbsp; Attest that:&nbsp;\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The company has enough resources and trained personnel available to train the student appropriately;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The student will not replace a full- or part-time, temporary or permanent U.S. worker; and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help the student attain his or her training objectives.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/working-in-the-united-states\/students-and-exchange-visitors\/optional-practical-training-extension-for-stem-students-stem-opt\">visit this page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-p-card--gold uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--shadow\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-stem-opt-cost-and-processing-time\">STEM OPT <strong>Cost and Processing Time<\/strong>:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list uwm-c-list--border\">\n<li>There is no cost to the employer. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The International Student and Scholar Services office processes the student\u2019s STEM OPT recommendation within 10 working days after complete submission.\u202fThe USCIS processing time for STEM OPT takes an average of 90 days.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The STEM OPT Extension must be filed before the initial OPT period expires.\u202f If students file their STEM OPT extension applications on time and their OPT period expires while their extension application is pending, their work authorization is automatically extended for 180 days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-white uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading heading-separator\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-tabs\" data-tabs-prefix-class=\"uwm-p-tabs\"><ul class=\"uwm-p-tablist\" data-hx=\"h2\"><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-umy9-questions-about-students\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Questions About Students<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-umy9-employer-process\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Employer Process<\/a><\/li><li class=\"uwm-p-tablist--item\"><a href=\"#tab-umy9-definitions\" class=\"uwm-p-tablist--link\">Definitions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent\">\n<div id=\"tab-umy9-questions-about-students\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What do students need to do?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Please have them visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/services\/students\/employment\/\">Center for International Education\u2019s webpage.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How long can international students work in the United States with their student visa?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>F\u20101 students may be eligible for curricular practical training before completing their studies and an additional 12 months of optional practical training. Students who complete degrees in the STEM field may be eligible for 24 additional months of optional practical training at an E\u2010Verify employer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Do they need a Social Security number?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Once an F-1 student has obtained a job offer, they become eligible for a Social Security Number. If an international student has never worked in the US prior to your job offer, they will need an SSN but are not required to have it before they begin working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students can read more about the SSN procedures on\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/cie\/services\/students\/employment\/social-security\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our website<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Employers can read more about the SSN for foreign workers on this\u202f<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ssa.gov\/employer\/hiring.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Social Security Administration webpage<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Do international students need work authorization before I can hire them?<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>No.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>International students must have the work authorization before they begin actual employment, but not before they are offered employment. Many F\u20101 students will be in the process of obtaining work authorization while they are interviewing for employment. Students can give employers a reasonable estimate of when they expect to receive work authorization.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Is it illegal to hire international students because they do not have a green card?<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>No.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Federal regulations permit the employment of international students on F\u20101 visas within certain limits. F-1 visas allow students to work in jobs related to their major field of study with appropriate authorization. F\u20101 students can work with authorization for \u201cpractical training.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Do employers have to prove that international students are not taking jobs from a qualified American?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>No.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>American employers are not required to document that a citizen of another country did not take a job from a qualified American if that person is in F-1 status and have appropriate employment authorizations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-umy9-employer-process\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Does the hiring employer need to sponsor an international student<\/strong>?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>There is no need to apply for or sponsor any visas during CPT and OPT periods.&nbsp;F-1 students are allowed to work if they have valid CPT or OPT authorization. US Permanent Residency (Green Card) is not a requirement when hiring an international student. Hiring F-1 students does not automatically make employers obligated for future sponsorship.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How can I hire graduating international students for full-time positions?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>You should check with the international students if they are eligible for full-time CPT or OPT authorization.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are interested in hiring someone who is on STEM OPT extension, please check the employer\u2019s role under STEM OPT extension session.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>What are my responsibilities as an employer for STEM OPT?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Please refer to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/working-in-the-united-states\/students-and-exchange-visitors\/optional-practical-training-extension-for-stem-students-stem-opt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USCIS STEM OPT Employer Requirements and Responsibility<\/a> for details. You can also visit <a href=\"https:\/\/studyinthestates.dhs.gov\/stem-opt-hub\/for-employers\/employers-stem-opt-reporting-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a> to learn about Employer STEM OPT reporting requirements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What are my responsibilities as an employer for CPT?\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>When students apply for CPT, they will be required to submit a CPT employer letter. An employer must provide the student with the CPT employer letter, which includes the following:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Name of the company\/organization&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The physical address of the employment&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start and end dates of the employment&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Number of work hours per week&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>What is the cost of the E\u2010Verify program, and how can I enroll in the E\u2010Verify program?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>There is no cost to register in the E\u2010Verify program. Information on E-Verify and the enrollment procedure can be found on the USCIS website at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/everify\">www.uscis.gov\/everify<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Won&#8217;t it cost a lot of money and involve a lot of paperwork <strong>to hire an international student<\/strong>?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>No.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only cost to the employer hiring international students is the time and effort to interview and select the best candidate for the job. Fortunately, there is little paperwork for an employer who hires F\u20101 students.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>What if I want to continue to employ international students after their work authorization expires?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>An employer could sponsor an international student for a H1B visa and hire the student to continue to work for them in the H\u20101B visa category for a total of six years (authorization is granted in two three\u2010year periods).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What about taxes?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Please refer to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/individuals\/international-taxpayers\/foreign-students-scholars-teachers-researchers-and-exchange-visitors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Foreign Students, Scholars, Teachers, Researchers and Exchange Visitors | Internal Revenue Service (irs.gov)<\/a> for more information.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"tab-umy9-definitions\" class=\"uwm-p-tabcontent--pane\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>What is F-1 status?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>The F-1 Visa (Academic Student) allows students to enter the United States as a full-time student at an accredited college, university, seminary, conservatory, academic high school, elementary school, or other academic institution or in a language training program. Immigration documents for students who are on F-1 status include form I-20, F-1 visa stamp, I-94 record, and passport.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>What is an Employment Authorization Document (EAD)? How long does it take to process an EAD?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Students who have received OPT authorization will be issued an EAD by the USCIS. Their name, photo, and valid dates of employment are printed on the EAD. Employers should note that the average processing time for USCIS to issue the EAD is two or three months.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>What does the work authorization look like?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>For Optional Practical Training, F\u20101 students receive an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) from USCIS. For Curricular Practical Training, F\u20101 students receive authorization from the school on the back of the student\u2019s I\u201020.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>How are international students authorized to work under CPT or OPT?<\/strong><\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>International students are authorized by the university\u2019s International Student &amp; Scholar Services (ISSS) office to work under Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for Optional Practical Training (OPT).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no extra costs to employers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\"><strong>Where is the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) that regulates employment for F-1 students?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>For your reference:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Code of Federal Regulations are as follows:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>F\u20101 students: <\/strong>8CFR 214.2 (f) (9) &amp; (10)&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":28105,"featured_media":4615,"parent":194,"menu_order":4,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"templates\/full-width.php","meta":{"footnotes":"","uwm_wg_additional_authors":[]},"class_list":["post-4603","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - 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