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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 F1Hire extension to help with your search. With F1Hire’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

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 F1Hire 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

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 F1Hire 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

Intern Series: Why Working in the US Increases Your Global Marketability

US work experience equips you with advanced skills, global networks, and a broadened perspective, making you a valuable asset to potential employers and positioning you for greater career success. To search for jobs in the US with employers who will sponsor your work visa, download the F1Hire extension to help with your search--though your personal dashboard, you will not only be able to search from jobs across the five major job sites (e.g., Indeed and Handshake) but also make notes to track your progress!

June 27, 2024

Intern series: How to Activate Your CPT and What To Keep In Mind

While work experience will allow you to make the most of your CPT experience, ensure compliance with immigration regulations to maintain your legal status in the U.S. Find CPT opportunities by downloading the F1Hire extension to make the job hunt more efficient while you search simultaneously across all five major job sites (e.g., Handshake, Indeed).

June 18, 2024

Ten Ways to Cultivate a Positive Mindset

Cultivating a positive mindset can lead to greater happiness and fulfillment in all areas of your life--from the personal to the professional. Should you be inspired to find new career opportunities for yourself as you gain positivity in your worldview, download the F1Hire extension to make the job hunt more efficient while you search simultaneously across all five major job sites (e.g., Handshake, Indeed). With F1Hire’s ‘skill match’ feature, you can also easily fine tune your resume for each job you apply for!

June 8, 2024

The Best Ten Pieces of Workplace Advice I Have Heard

Given the importance of organization, a positive attitude, perseverance and adaptability, it is always in your best interest to keep broad career advice in mind as you grow your professional experiences. When you are ready to find new career opportunities, download the F1Hire extension to make the job hunt more efficient while you search simultaneously across all five major job sites (e.g., Handshake, Indeed). With F1Hire’s ‘skill match’ feature, you can also easily fine tune your resume for each job you apply for!

June 4, 2024

Intern Series: Professional Career Development Resources for International Students

Professional development resources can help international students enhance their skills, broaden their knowledge, and position themselves for success in the US job market. Continuous learning, skill development, and networking are key pillars of career advancement for international students pursuing opportunities in the United States. Find new career opportunities by downloading the F1Hire extension to make the job hunt more efficient while you search simultaneously across all five major job sites (e.g., Handshake, Indeed).

June 3, 2024

Intern Series: Crafting an Effective LinkedIn Profile

Creating a compelling LinkedIn profile is not that difficult if you have a history of experiences (see HERE for reasons why you need such experiences), and your goal is to effectively highlight your strengths to attract opportunities in your chosen field. If you are actively job searching, make sure to download the F1Hire extension to search for jobs and also track your progress via a personal dashboard!

May 30, 2024

Intern Series: Building Your Professional Network as an Intern

Get ahead of your future job search by actively building and nurturing your professional network as an intern. This is when you can lay the foundation for long-term career success and open up opportunities for advancement in your field. Networking is a continuous process, so be proactive, genuine, and persistent in your efforts to expand and leverage your network effectively. Make sure to download the F1Hire extension to search for jobs and also track your progress via a personal dashboard!

May 29, 2024

Intern Series: A Guide to Navigating Office Politics

With thoughtful professionalism, interns can navigate office politics with confidence and integrity, positioning themselves for success in their internships and future careers. Navigating office politics is a skill that takes time to develop, so be patient, observant, and proactive in your approach.

May 27, 2024

Intern Series: 10 Do's and Don'ts When Communicating at Work

Being mindful of communication pitfalls and engaging in proactive communication practices can enhance your communication skills and contribute positively to your workplace environment as an intern.

May 24, 2024