F1 students can explore exciting OPT physical therapist job openings in leading healthcare staffing companies
. Whether you are a professional graduate trained in physical therapy, or an international therapy student in the optional practical training status, the staffing professionals in these firms will help you find the perfect health care jobs that suit your requirements.
Optional Practical Training - Your Pathway to a Successful Career
OPT (Optional Practical Training) is an employment authorization for international students in F-1 Status, permitting them to work off-campus in their field of study, with certain restrictions. Under prior rules, students in F1 status were authorized to have training for periods up to twelve months. Now the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended Optional Practical Training period from 12 to 29 months.
Regulation Requirements for OPT
Students can either participate during the academic semesters or after completion of the degree. When applying for OPT, there are some regulations you have to follow. An offer of employment is not required while applying for this training. But any employment you undertake must be related to your field of study.
To be eligible for pre-completion of optional practical training
.You must have been lawfully enrolled as a full-time student for at least one full academic year
.Must work part-time while school is in session
.May work full time when school is not in session
To be eligible for post-completion optional practical training
.Participate upon completion of studies
.You must be in the F-1 status at the time of application
Approval can take about 3 months so it is very important to plan accordingly. Make sure to apply as early as possible. Leading medical staffing companies can efficiently assist you in all ways to secure employment opportunities in physical therapy.