Resume drop-in hours are suspended from 3/18-3/22 for Spring Break.
Tuesday, March 19th our physical office will close at noon.  We will be available virtually Tuesday afternoon and reopen Wednesday morning at 9:00.

International

We’re so happy that you’re here at UAlbany! Take a look at the different tabs at the top of the page, or scroll down below. If you’d like to speak with a Career Advisor on your potential next steps, make an appointment with our Office of Career & Professional Development anytime!

Please note:
F1 and J1 students should always consult the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) Office regarding their work authorization eligibility.

Students in other immigration status may need work authorization and the ISSS Office can help provide immigration lawyer information.

5 Tips for International Graduate Applicants

I will never forget my application process to graduate school. It was a great challenge but also an excellent opportunity to understand why I am pursuing my Master of Social Work (MSW). You are now probably working on your application– …

By Yumeno Nagata
Yumeno Nagata
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5 Tips for International Graduate Applicants

I will never forget my application process to graduate school. It was a great challenge but also an excellent opportunity to understand why I am pursuing my Master of Social Work (MSW). You are now probably working on your application– …

By Yumeno Nagata
Yumeno Nagata
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Apply to Princeton University’s Business Today’s International Conference!

From Thursday, November 2 – Sunday, November 5, 2023 in New York City, join other diverse business-oriented undergraduate students for Princeton University’s Business Today’s International Conference! This is an ALL EXPENSES PAID, INCLUDING TRAVEL AND BOARD, conference, hosted by Business …

By Megumi Kim (she/her)
Megumi Kim (she/her)
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Virtual Job Fair – Celebrating Asian & Pacific Islander Identities!

Happy Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

For those of you who may soon be graduating and still looking for a job, check out this virtual Job Fair on Thursday, May 11, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. …

By Megumi Kim (she/her)
Megumi Kim (she/her)
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Marlabs, LLC Careers & OPT/STEM-OPT Informational Session

Calling ALL STEM Graduate international students who are in the Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity and Data Science fields!

Marlabs, LLC will be hosting a virtual informational event specifically for only STEM international graduate students next Friday, October 28 at 3:00 …

By Megumi Kim (she/her)
Megumi Kim (she/her)
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Featured Resources

On-Campus Employment for International Students

For on-campus employment and how to obtain a social security number, please read HERE.

OPT & CPT Information

Please find more information on the following:

Optional Practical Training (OPT) 

Curricular Practical Training (CPT)

If you have any questions …

International Student & Scholar Weekly Newsletter

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Contact & Location

Phone
(518) 437-4900
Address

Science Library - G50
1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY 12222

CPD Service Hours

Day of the week
Office Hours Undergraduate Resume Drop-ins
Monday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 11:00 am- 4:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (virtual) 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm