Hello! I have been in the job search for around 2 months and have had successful interview rounds, yet as an international student with OPT, this has become a factor not to secure several positions. Any advice moving forward or how to leverage my OPT ??

Thanks!!

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Great job in getting so many bites! I say take whatever position you think you'd be happiest at and that pays you the most fairly. Or if there are several jobs you're interested in, ask when they'll make their decision and maybe be honest and let them know you have other offers. Good luck :)

I’m not an international student, so take my advice with a grain of salt. But I have heard that it’s easier to hire H1B staff if the position is more technical. From what I understand, it is easier to make the case to sponsor someone with technical skills that the average American can’t do. So whatever technical skills you have, try to leverage them.

However, if you have any friends creating a start-up, you could invest in it and come on as a Board Member…little loophole if you’re lucky enough

If you can't find a referral here, I would try over on Linked in. I usually have good luck over there! Best of luck to you.

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