International Student Career Development

Career Services- Open Virtually!

Anonymous — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 19:41:52 +0000

Career Services- Open Virtually! Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 03/19/2020 - 13:41

Career Services is open (Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) for virtual engagement using Zoom, phone, or Live Chat. More information can be found on our website.

Students and alum can schedule a zoom or phone appointment with a career advisor.

Students can participate in Virtual Drop-Ins:

This week:
- General drop-ins via Zoom available today through Friday, March 20, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Health Pro drop-ins via Zoom available today through Friday, March 20, 2 to 4 p.m.
No drop-ins during spring break (students and alum can schedule an appointment and engage in Live Chat)
Post Spring Break
- General drop-ins via Zoom available Monday through Friday, 12 p.m.. to 4 p.m.
- More information to come regarding Health Pro drop-ins

The Just In Time Job & Internship Fair has been moved to a VIRTUAL fair on April 7, 8, and 9. We have more information on Handshake.

Career Services will host TWO virtual workshops to help students prepare for the Virtual Fair.

Tuesday, March 31, 2-3 p.m. (mountain time): Join workshop via Zoom
Tuesday, March 31, 5-7 p.m. (mountain time): Join workshop via Zoom

note: some workshop links have been removed as the fair has already passed

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Interviewing Tips for International Students

Anonymous — Fri, 01 Nov 2019 14:54:13 +0000

Interviewing Tips for International Students Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 11/01/2019 - 08:54

U.S. Cultural Norms

It’s helpful to be aware of the cultural norms for interviewing in the United States as an international student. Keep these cultural norms in mind when preparing for an interview.

If it is not culturally appropriate for you to shake hands with a person of another gender, you can let the interviewer know that. One way to do that is by placing your hand on your heart and saying, “I’m sorry, but my religion doesn’t allow me to shake your hand.” Find additional ideas here

Greeting: Employers tend to be informal and use first names (follow the example set by the interviewer); expect a strong handshake and direct eye contact.
Small talk: It’s often expected that you may engage in some small talk with various people as you walk with them to different areas or if you go out for lunch during your interview.
Personal space: People in the U.S. typically prefer more personal space than people in other countries; allow at least 2-3 feet when standing and speaking with someone.
Nonverbal communication: Your body language will communicate a lot in an interview. In the U.S., it’s expected that you’ll smile, make direct eye contact, keep an open posture, and display confidence
Professional dress: What to wear can depend on your industry, but you’ll typically want to dress more formally rather than less as a sign of respect to your interviewer.
Individual role: Individualism in the U.S. is highly valued so you’ll want to include your individual contributions when talking about how you worked on a team.
Ask questions: Be prepared with some questions to ask your interviewer at the end; it will demonstrate your interest in this position and is expected by the employer. Employers expect that you’ll ask questions at the end of the interview. It’s considered a sign of interest in the position.

Employers expect that you’ll ask questions at the end of the interview. It’s considered a sign of interest in the position.

Practicing

Interviewing is hard enough, but interviewing in another language and culture means that practicing becomes even more critical. Try these tips to practice in a variety of ways.

Prepare 5-6 examples of past experiences that you have ready to apply to a few different behavior questions. Some scenarios to consider include:
- Working in a group to accomplish a goal
- Going over and above what’s required
- How you handle conflict in a group
- How you’ve demonstrated leadership
- When you’ve made a mistake or failed
- When you’ve faced a setback
- How you handle multiple competing demands/priorities
Practice answering common interview questions
- Practice in front of a mirror on your own
- Practice with a friend
- Schedule a mock interview with a career advisor

Talking ��Ҵ�ý�ƽ�� Your Work Status

Knowing how to talk about your status as an international student is an important part of the interview process.

While you don’t necessarily need to address your work authorization in a first round interview, don’t wait until you get the job offer to inform the employer on the process of your work authorization.
Learn about your work authorization and educate the employer on the process for hiring.
- Attend a CPT or OPT workshop
- Read about your work authorization on the ISSS website
- Review the Employer’s Guide for Hiring International Students
Focus on the benefits that you bring as an international student, such as your intercultural competency, diverse perspective, or language skills.
Don’t ask for sponsorship during the interview, but also don’t hide the fact that you’ll need sponsorship after your current work authorization runs out

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Employer's Guide to Hiring International Students

Anonymous — Thu, 19 Sep 2019 17:17:07 +0000

Employer's Guide to Hiring International Students Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 09/19/2019 - 11:17

Career Services and International Student & Scholar Services recently published a helpful resource for international students pursuing employment in the United States.

The Employer's Guide to Hiring International Students is intended to inform U.S. employers about:

International students’ F-1 and J-1 work authorization options
The ease of procedures and costs involved when hiring University of Colorado Boulder (��Ҵ�ý�ƽ��) international students for internships or full-time opportunities after graduation
How ��Ҵ�ý�ƽ�� Career Services can support employers’ recruiting efforts

LEGAL NOTICE: This guide is not intended to and does not serve as legal advice; it is for informational purposes only. ��Ҵ�ý�ƽ�� International Student and Scholar Office serves ��Ҵ�ý�ƽ�� international students directly and does not give immigration advice. Content is subject to change. Employers are advised to consult an experienced U.S. immigration attorney with any additional questions.

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Pursuing an Internship as an International Student

Anonymous — Thu, 15 Aug 2019 14:49:56 +0000

Pursuing an Internship as an International Student Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 08/15/2019 - 08:49

Internships in the United States can offer international students invaluable experience to expand their professional network and advance their careers. The process of obtaining one can feel daunting when you are also adjusting to life in the U.S. and pursuing your academic goals. Review expert tips for making the process a little more bearable so you can make the most of an exciting internship opportunity.

Career Services Job Fair & Events

Make an Appointment to Meet with a Career Development Advisor

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Career Services- Open Virtually!

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Interviewing Tips for International Students

U.S. Cultural Norms

Practicing

Talking ���Ҵ�ý�ƽ������ Your Work Status

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Employer's Guide to Hiring International Students

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Pursuing an Internship as an International Student

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