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Hiring International Students

Opportunities for Employers

International students comprise approximately 50 percent on average of the Classes of 2008 and 2009. Typically, our students represent over 30 different countries including China, Japan, Korea, Brazil, Venezuela, Taiwan, and Romania. Simon’s international M.B.A. students represent the best talent from around the world. Their language skills and cultural knowledge are invaluable resources in a global marketplace.

Short-Term Summer Employment

Most international students hold F-1 visas. Under this type of visa, students are eligible for Practical Training--short-term employment in the United States (up to 12 to 15 months) in conjunction with their academic program. This arrangement is suitable for either summer interns or graduating students and is easy to facilitate. To hire an international student with an F-1 visa for summer employment (internships) or full-time employment after graduation, the employer simply sends the student an offer letter on official letterhead and includes the following information: name and address of employer, name of intended hire’s immediate supervisor, position title and brief job description, beginning and ending dates, and salary. Students will work in conjunction with the International Services Office (ISO) of the University of Rochester to obtain work authorization.

Short-Term U.S. Employment After Graduation

Many organizations choose to hire international students for short-term training in the United States followed by permanent employment in either the U.S. or the student’s home country. If you have employment needs outside the U.S., international M.B.A. students are a great resource. Their education, combined with their knowledge of multiple languages and cultures, is an asset to any international organization. Students who hold an F-1 visa and have been enrolled as full-time students for the previous nine months can apply for a maximum of twelve months of Optional Practical Training within the U.S. The student is responsible for all application procedures, so this process is not time-consuming for employers.

Long-Term U.S. Employment

Many international students are such strong candidates that organizations choose to work with them to arrange for long-term employment in the U.S. Although citizenship situations vary according to the student, his or her home country, and other factors, most Human Resources departments are familiar with the process involved in obtaining an H-1B visa.