Looking for a job as an international student involves being aware of different employment laws in the different countries where you may wish to work. When applying for jobs in the U.S., Harvard students should meet both with representatives from the Harvard International Office (HIO) to go over visa and work status issues, and with our career advisors. Start your search early. A well-informed job/internship search can be helpful as you think about your next steps in your career. It’s never too early to start connecting with the HIO, our office, fellow international students, recent Harvard alumni, and prospective employers.
To a great extent, all in-person career fairs follow a similar formula – employers will each have a table at the event, and you will be able to walk around and speak to representatives. It is an efficient way to …
Cornelius Hayes ’27, is studying Psychology and resides in Kirkland House. Before coming to Harvard, he served ten years in the Air Force as part of the Special Operations Forces (SOF). This past summer, he joined Harvard Summer School for …
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For international students navigating the job market, the transition from education to employment can be particularly complex. In addition to the typical challenges of entering the workforce, international students often face concerns related to visas, work authorization, and potential bias. …
