Hiring International Students

International students are an extraordinary addition to any U.S. organization and represent nearly a quarter of the MBA population at the W. P. Carey School. In this increasingly competitive and global marketplace, organizations must continue to add international professionals to their workforce. Given this trend, the W. P. Carey MBA international student population is a talent pool that you will not want to overlook.

Though government bureaucracy can seem daunting, securing U.S. work authorization for international students is not that difficult. As a recruiting representative, do not let the H-1B cap discourage you or lead you to think that long-term employment is out of the question. The information below can offer you insight into creative immigration solutions in order to hire the MBA talent that your organization requires.

International Students are Fully U.S. Work-Authorized for Summer Internships
Nearly all W. P. Carey MBA international students are eligible for U.S. work authorization after their first year through Curricular Practical Training (F-1 students) or Academic Training (J-1 students) and do not require employer sponsorship to take part in a U.S.-based internship. Summer employment authorization is issued directly by the W. P. Carey School and no additional steps are required by the employer.

International Students are Fully U.S. Work-Authorized after Graduation
Upon graduation, these same international students will have full U.S. employment authorization for 12 to 18 months as part of Optional Practical Training or Academic Training. They are able to work in any professional business function for that period and employers will not need to interact with the U.S. government. In addition:

• There is no cost to the organization to provide sponsorship beyond the typical compensation package offered to MBA interns.
• Students are generally exempt from Social Security tax withholdings, adding a cost-benefit to the company.
• There is no need to involve immigration attorneys.

As always, consult your company's professional counsel regarding specific legal requirements. The information provided here is for use as a general guideline and is not meant to be all inclusive, nor does it address all of the specific legal requirements for hiring international students. It is the responsibility of the employer and the student to obtain all necessary employment authorizations.

Additional Resources
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Foreign Labor Certification
U.S. Immigration Guide for Employers