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How to Ask for Time Off If You Just Started a Job

Asking for time off for an emergency when you have just started a new job can be daunting, but for an unavoidable emergency, this must be done -- and you will need to approach the situation with honesty and professionalism.

August 26, 2024
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Ten Tips For Negotiating Your Work Contract

The feeling of getting a job offer can be exhilarating but after the initial thrill comes the reality: negotiations.  This can be easy for some of us, but challenging for others--especially if you are new in the US job market and unsure how to ask for clarification or ask for concessions.

August 22, 2024
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Bringing Non-Immediate Family Members to the US While on an H-1B

Bringing non-immediate family members to the U.S. can be complex and these options are only for temporary stays. Understanding the available visa options and preparing thorough documentation can facilitate the process.

August 15, 2024
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Advice for Non-Native English Speaking Job Seekers

Taking a proactive approach to job search readiness can help non-native speakers improve their English language skills, create effective job application materials, and perform well in interviews. Make sure to download the FrogHire.ai extension -- the personal dashboard will allow you to track and search for open positions across all five major job-posting platforms while also allowing you to filter for employers who are open to work sponsorship for non-domestic workers!

August 12, 2024
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Discussing work visa sponsorship during a job interview

By approaching the topic with honesty and preparation, you can navigate the work visa sponsorship question effectively during your interview. Don’t forget to download the FrogHire.ai extension to help with your new job search. With FrogHire.ai, you will be able to search specifically for employers that have a history of sponsoring work visas, thus helping you make you job search more efficient and effective.

August 8, 2024
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Intern Series: Conditional Job Offers -- What to Keep in Mind

By thoroughly understanding the conditions, assessing your ability to meet them, asking the right questions, and considering the long-term implications, you can make an informed decision about whether to accept a conditional job offer. 

July 26, 2024
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How to Avoid the Pitfalls in Multitasking

By adopting approaches that allow you to focus on single-tasking, you can optimize your productivity and effectiveness while minimizing the negative impacts of multitasking on your work performance and well-being.

July 25, 2024
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Intern Series: Skills You MUST Hone in College

Hone these skills during your college years as these competencies not only make you a stronger candidate but also prepare you for the demands and expectations of the professional world. Download the FrogHire.ai extension to help with your internship search -- not only will you be able to search by position and location, but the extension will also help you seek out employers who will sponsor CPT/OPT and other work visas for nondomestic workers!

July 19, 2024
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Intern Series: Unpaid Internships And What You Need to Know

Before proceeding with any internship, make sure you talk to your designated school official (DSO) or international student advisor to discuss which authorization is right for your internship, and make sure you are aware of all the paperwork you must complete because this is essential for maintaining legal status in the United States. To search for your internship, download the FrogHire.ai extension as a way to make your job search easier and more efficient--this extension will not only help you filter jobs across all five major job sites, but can also point you towards employers who will employ nondomestic workers with CPT or OPT needs.

July 18, 2024
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Intern Series: What's Wrong with My Resume? I'm not getting interviews!

The most important part of a stellar resume is how well it is tailored to the job you are applying for.  You can improve your chances of getting noticed by employers and securing those valuable interview opportunities by customizing your resume. If you are a nondomestic worker seeking employers who will sponsor your work visa, download the FrogHire.ai extension to help with your search. With FrogHire.ai’s new feature, you can edit your resume alongside the job post, so that you can incorporate the job post’s key words into each version of your resume you submit for a particular job!

July 18, 2024
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Intern Series: Why work experiences are an integral part of a University education in the US

Waiting to find a job after graduation will be extremely difficult as students without internship/work experience will not have proven they can actually do work; such experiences while in school are imperative in this time of competition for U.S. skilled jobs.  To find your next internship or work experience, download the FrogHire.ai extension which will help you find jobs with non-domestic worker friendly employers, while also allowing you to compare your resume with each job post to determine your skill match (i.e., fit).

July 12, 2024
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What is Curricular Practical Training (CPT)?

Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is a vital component of the international student experience in the United States, offering valuable opportunities for hands-on learning and professional development. To search for your next CPT opportunity, download the FrogHire.ai extension as a way to make your job search easier and more efficient--this extension will not only help you filter jobs across all five major job sites, but can also point you towards employers who will employ nondomestic workers with CPT needs.

June 29, 2024