Fall 2019 ISSO student workshop schedule

in Academic Workshops, ISSO Workshops, OPT workshops
September 11th, 2019

The ISSO is pleased to announce our Fall workshop schedule on topics including on-campus employment, applying for Optional Practical Training, and Interviewing in the U.S.

For complete workshop dates, locations and session descriptions, see our calendar. Additional dates may be added during the semester.

Please note the location of the workshop you wish to attend. Workshops are offered across Charles River and Medical Campus to ensure space and access to interested students.

Space for our workshops is limited and a reservation is usually required to ensure your place. Please register at the corresponding link below for the workshops you plan to attend.

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Workshops in collaboration with the BU Student Employment Office:

You’re Hired! On-Campus Employment for International Students

Join staff from the ISSO and the Student Employment Office to discuss, tips for finding a job on campus, U.S. work permission, your rights and expectations as a U.S. worker, Social Security numbers, getting paid and taxes.

Thursday, September 19^th, 11:00 am [Register here]
Location: ISSO, 888 Commonwealth Ave, 2^nd Floor

Monday, September 23^rd, 3:00 pm [Register here]
Location: ISSO, 888 Commonwealth Ave, 2^nd Floor

Workshops in collaboration with the BU Center for Career Development:

You’re Hired! On-Campus Employment for International Students

Join staff from the ISSO and the Center for Career Development (CCD) for a program designed to help international students understand the job search process in the U.S. Sharpen your interviewing techniques by bringing your strengths as an international student to the table. This workshop will help you familiarize yourself with the intricacies of the U.S. interview process while learning how to best assess your skills and international experience to answer “difficult” interview questions.

Thursday, October 24^th, 3:00 pm [Register with the CCD here]
Location: ISSO, 888 Commonwealth Ave, 2^nd Floor

Thursday, November 14^th, 3:00 pm [Register with the CCD here]
Location: CCD, 100 Bay State Road, 6^th Floor

US resume versus International CV for International Students

Learn the difference between a resume and a CV in the US and begin to convert your international CV to a US resume format. This session will be presented by CCD staff.

Wednesday, September 18^th, 4:00 pm [Register with the CCD here]
Location: CCD, 100 Bay State Road, 6^th Floor

Networking for International Students

Leverage your connections in the US and at home to enhance your global job or internship search. This session will be presented by CCD staff.

Wednesday, September 18^th, 4:00 pm [Register with the CCD here]
Location: CCD, 100 Bay State Road, 6^th Floor

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F-1 OPT: Application Basics

This workshop covers topics for students preparing to apply for Optional Practical Training (OPT), including eligibility factors and timing of application, considerations for travel and employment, and tips for preparing and mailing the OPT application.

Friday, October 4^th, 3:00 pm [Register here]
Friday, October 4^th, 4:00 pm [Register here]
Location: Law School Auditorium (LAW AUD), 767 Commonwealth Avenue

Thursday, October 10^th, 3:00 pm [Register here] –
Location: GSU Conference Auditorium, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Room 228

Wednesday, October 23^rd, 4:00 pm [Register here]
Location: BU School of Medicine, 72 East Concord St, Keefer Auditorium, Room 111

Friday, November 1^st, 3:00 pm [Register here]
Location: COM 101, 640 Commonwealth Avenue

Friday, December 6^th, 3:00 pm [Register here]
Location: COM 101, 640 Commonwealth Avenue

 

F-1 STEM OPT: Application Basics

This workshop is designed for students who have already submitted an application for Optional Practical Training (OPT) and who may already be working on OPT. Covers advanced OPT topics including an overview of STEM OPT, allowing OPT extensions for certain Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields. After this workshop, students should be prepared to apply for the STEM OPT extension.

Thursday, October 24^th, 5:00 pm [Register here]
Location: ISSO, 888 Commonwealth Avenue, 2^nd Floor

Thursday, November 7^th, 1:00 pm [Register here]
Location: ISSO, 888 Commonwealth Avenue, 2^nd Floor

Thursday, December 5^th, 5:00 pm [Register here]
Webinar – access instructions will be sent to registered participants

 

Life After F-1: Transitions (Cap-Gap, H-1B and alternatives)

This workshop is designed for students who have already submitted an application for Optional Practical Training (OPT) and who may already be working on OPT. Covers advanced such as moving to H-1B employment-based immigration sponsorship, and “cap-gap” extensions of status and work permission.

Wednesday, October 23^rd, 5:00 pm
[Register here]
Location: BU School of Medicine, 72 East Concord St, Keefer Auditorium, Room 111

Thursday, November 7^th, 4:00 pm [Register here]
Location: ISSO, 888 Commonwealth Avenue, 2nd Floor

 

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J-1 Academic Training: Application Basics

This workshop is intended for Boston University-sponsored Exchange Visitors who wish to apply for employment or training permission either during or at the end of their academic program. The workshop will cover the application process for J-1 Academic Training (AT), including establishing eligibility and suitable training opportunities.

Thursday, October 10^th, 2:00 pm [Register here]
Location: ISSO, 888 Commonwealth Ave, 2^nd Floor