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Career Services values our international students and understands you may have unique internship/job search challenges. Every year, we offer career programs, events, and services designed specifically for you.

IRPSCAREERS

IRPSCAREERS is your primary source for IR/PS information on career events, networking contacts, and job and internship postings.

Job Search Tips for International Students

Use our Job Search Tips for International Students checklist for additional advice and information. 

Going Global

Identify companies who have submitted H1B visa applications. Click here to visit the website.

International Education Week

Each November, we celebrate International Education Week by inviting IR/PS alumni who were "international students" and have been successful in finding work in the U.S. to share their job search tips.

UC San Diego's International Center

UCSD's International Center offers valuable services, advising, and up-to-date information — including Optional Practical Training (OPT) and Curricular Practical Training (CPT) deadlines — as well as many other services.

Optional Practical Training (OPT) and Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Workshops

Each year we invite staff from the International Center to present important information about OPT and CPT to IR/PS students. ISPO will review the procedures and deadlines for securing jobs and internships in the U.S.

UC San Diego Extension

Register for English language improvement, accent reduction, and business English classes. Click here to visit the website.