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How to fill out optional practical training

1. Step 1: Obtain a valid F-1 student visa.
2. Step 2: Consult with your designated school official (DSO) and confirm your eligibility for Optional Practical Training (OPT).
3. Step 3: Prepare the required documents including Form I-765, passport, I-20 form, and required fees.
4. Step 4: Submit your OPT application to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
5. Step 5: Wait for the USCIS to process your application and issue an Employment Authorization Document (EAD).
6. Step 6: Start working in a job that is directly related to your field of study and within the approved OPT period.
7. Step 7: Report any changes in your employment status or address to your DSO.
8. Step 8: Comply with the reporting requirements and maintain your F-1 student status while on OPT.
9. Step 9: Consider applying for a STEM OPT extension if eligible.
10. Step 10: Make the most of your OPT experience and gain valuable professional skills.

Who needs optional practical training?

1. F-1 students who have been studying in the United States for at least one academic year and are in good academic standing.
2. Students who wish to gain practical experience in their field of study and apply their knowledge through work experience.
3. International students who want to work legally in the United States after completing their academic program.
4. Individuals who meet the eligibility criteria for Optional Practical Training as determined by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

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What is optional practical training?

Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a temporary employment authorization for international students in the United States on an F-1 visa.

Who is required to file optional practical training?

International students in the United States on an F-1 visa who wish to work in a field directly related to their major area of study.

How to fill out optional practical training?

To apply for OPT, students must work with their designated school official (DSO) and submit Form I-765 to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

What is the purpose of optional practical training?

The purpose of OPT is to provide international students with practical work experience in their field of study in the United States.

What information must be reported on optional practical training?

The student's personal information, details of their academic program, employment information, and any updates or changes must be reported during OPT.