subject: What Jobs Are Available For International Students? [print this page] Being a student considered to be the most wonderful time in life of every person. You are provided with money, accommodation and all sorts of recreational activities. However, some students are not satisfied with their life and try to be more independent from their parents. The biggest manifestation of their freedom and independence is the job. Almost 80 percents of all students have or had a part-time job. Moreover, they try to work in summer and pass the internship at some company. But some students go even further, they want to find some job abroad.
So, what is available for international students who want to have a job?
1.The first and the most common is the on-campus employment. International students can work at school no more than twenty hours per week during the academic year. There is also a possibility to work full-time during summer holidays. To have an on-campus job, one should consult with a foreign student advisor. One can also find different types of on-campus jobs at the international student office. If one is not satisfied with his/her current position, it is possible to change a job, however, for this he/she should register this changes at the same office.
2.The international students can have an experiential learning. It provides them with the possibility to apply the acquired knowledge in practice. It is called practical training. This training should be in the field of their study. There are two types of practical training: curricular and optional practical training.
3.Another opportunity for international students is the internship with the international organization. However, it is not that easy. It is seldom used employment. Moreover, internship can be provided only by a recognized international organization. The student should have a certificate from this organization. In addition, the internship practice must be provided with organizations sponsorship.
