Curricular Practical Training for F-1 students is intended to allow hands-on practical work experience in situations where the work is an integral part of the student’s academic program PRIOR to the completion of that program. Students who have been in F-1 status for at least two academic semesters (9 months) may apply to participate in this type of training. Graduate students in programs that require training are not bound to the one academic year in F-1 status requirement.
Although authorized part-time curricular practical training employment is permitted with no penalties until completion of a degree, students who have received one year or more of full time curricular practical training are ineligible for optional practical training (OPT) after graduation.
In order to be eligible for curricular practical training, one of the following conditions must be met:
the employment must be required to complete graduation requirements (this includes work necessary to complete thesis or dissertation); OR
you have your advisor’s recommendation and will receive course credit for the employment and the course (internship, practicum, etc.) is published in the current university course catalog or departmental bulletin. You will meet with your advisor or professor and agree on a research project that will be monitored by a faculty member during the work experience.
In addition, you must have a job offer since the employment authorization will be employer specific.
If you have any questions, please email iss@uwsuper.edu or call 715-394-8138.
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