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How to Secure an Indiana Internship as an International Student
Entry by Pat Patterson; from the October INTERNnetwork:
It is no secret that internships are becoming more competitive, especially if you are an international student who may not be completely assimilated into American business culture. For this reason, Gary Beaulieu, Butler University director of internship and career services, advises, âIt is important for international students to start looking for an internship early â as early as a year in advance of when you plan on interning. Also, begin networking immediately and visit your career services office early and often.â
Students need either an F-1 or J-1 visa to intern in the United States. We highlight the differences below:
F-1 visa: With an F-1 visa, an international student can intern as either part of his or her Optional Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT).
General OPT Requirements:
Employment must be âdirectly relatedâ to the studentâs major. Student must maintain …