Employer’s Brief:Hiring International Graduate Business Students

Benefits of Hiring an International Student

Bilingual (or more) language skills

Knowledge of business practices, norms, and local markets of different countires

Remarkable adaptability and perseverance

Experience navigating international/multi-national firms

Terms to Know

OPTOptional Practical Training

provides work authorization for 12 or 36 months of employment

post-graduation

CPTCurricular Practical Training

allows temporary employment for summer internships and part-time employment during academic year

ISSSInternational Student/Scholar Services

office within University dedicated to supporting international students

H-1BVisa Type for U.S. Employment

most common visa option for employment post-OPT period,

good for up to 6 years

USCISU.S. Customs & Immigration Services

government agency that processes and regulates visa applications

EADEmployment Authorization Document

physical card that provides proof of work authorization post-graduation

for specific period of time

Hiring for Internships Hiring for Full-Time Roles

Student Role

Employer Role

Cost to Employer

Timeline

Complete CPT online workshop and paper-work and submit to University’s ISSS office. Student will take internship for credit.

None — All paperwork is completed and filed by University and student.

None.

ISSS will issue CPT within 7 business days of receiving paperwork.

Complete online application with University’s ISSS office. ISSS processes, approves, and sends back to student. Student mails completed documentation and fee to USCIS to secure OPT work authorization. USCIS issues Employment Authorization Document (EAD) card.

None — Applying for OPT is student’s responsibility. Student may apply for OPT with or without a job offer, though attaching job offer can accelerate process.

None — There is no cost to the employer during OPT period. Typical cost for H-1B visa sponsorship post-OPT is $2,000-7,000.

ISSS processes OPT paperwork within 7 business days. USCIS processes and issues an EAD in 2-4 months. 12 months (36 for STEM programs) of OPT begins after EAD is issued.

Special Note

Our MS-Business Analytics, MS-Finance, MS-Supply Chain programs are STEM-designated, which extends the OPT period post-graduation from 12 months to 36 months and provides a greater opportunity to attain an H-1B visa.

To learn more, visit: carlsonschool.umn.edu/hire-international