International Students

Welcome, international students and trainees!

Did you know that international students make up nearly 30% of MIT’s student body and 60% of postdoc associates? Your presence here is essential to the vitality and energy of the vibrant MIT campus. CAPD is here to help you explore your professional aspirations, apply to grad school, and achieve your career goals, whether in the US or abroad. Read below for more information about how MIT and CAPD in particular can support you as you launch your professional career.

Job Searching as an International

The transition from international student or scholar to job seeker doesn’t have to be an uphill battle. Use the links below to get your questions answered and stay up-to-date with latest regulations through the International Students Office or International Scholars Office. As always, feel free to meet with CAPD advisors to make sure you’re on track.

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Considerations for internationals

Flip the script on the perennial visa sponsorship conundrum: how can you prove your worth to employers to motivate them to sponsor you?

How CAPD & MIT can support you

These resources from CAPD can help you launch a job search with confidence. Make an appointment with a career advisor to consult on the following materials:

Preparing for your job search

In addition to CAPD’s services, be sure to consult and speak with your advisor in the International Students Office (for undergraduate & graduate students) and International Scholars Office (for Postdocs).

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Staying informed

Use these on-campus resources to stay updated on trends and policies that are important for you as an international student or trainee:

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ISO webinar: Life After Practical Training: Employment Visas and Green Cards

A presentation by immigration attorney Elizabeth Goss from the firm Goss Associates from Boston, MA.
The presentation slides are available on the International Students Office website (log-in required).

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Services for International Students in Boston

The City of Boston can help you transition into your new home and make your stay here as enjoyable as possible. Whether you’re looking for information about the neighborhood where you will be staying, the services the City has to …

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5 Illegal Interview Questions and How to Dodge Them

by Angela Smith, MBA

You’re sitting in the interview for your dream job, and it’s going great. You’ve knocked the hard questions out of the park, and you and the interviewer are really hitting it off. Then, out of the blue, she …

By Simona Rosu
Simona Rosu Senior Assistant Director, Postdoctoral Career and Professional Development
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The Three Most Important Ways to Show Value to your Employers

By Interstride

Imagine your job application on the desk of a hiring manager.

Next to yours is another one, but this one belongs to a domestic student who is also nearing graduation. Your resumes look almost identical.

Who gets a …

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How International Students & Trainees can Communicate Value to Potential Employers

Often the first contact an employer has with new recruits is through a resume or CV and a cover letter. To make these materials work for you, focus on the tips below:

Highlight technical skills

Employers want the complete package …

By Ariel Ackermann
Ariel Ackermann
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