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Are you an international student planning to study in the U.S.? This video is essential for you! Learn about Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT), including their purposes, requirements, durations, and key differences. Discover how to gain practical experience and work part-time while studying. Don't miss the crucial tips on navigating visa restrictions and the application process for employment authorization. -------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: Working Part-Time in the U.S. 0:18 - What is CPT? 0:42 - What is OPT? 1:17 - Difference Between OPT and CPT 1:23 - Purpose 1:37 - Requirements 1:49 - Employment Authorization Document 2:00 - Duration 2:10 - Application Fee 2:20 - Part-Time or Full-Time Employment 2:30 - Conclusion ---------------------- If you are a student planning to apply for a job, you probably hold the most common U.S. non-immigrant student visa or the F1 visa. In this case, you will have to operate within the specific guidelines set by the USCIS (the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service). These guidelines split the F1 visa employment into various types, namely: On-Campus Employment Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Optional Practical Training (OPT) The on-campus employment type needs USCIS approval and is the most readily available. On the other hand, CPT and OPT are complex and need to be understood. These employment types are regulated by strict guidelines set down by the USCIS and have requirements you must fulfil. So, what is the difference between OPT and CPT? The next part of the article delves deeper into finding these answers for an F1 student visa holder. What is CPT? Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is classified under an off-campus employment program, so the rules are slightly different. CPT temporarily allows international students with an F-1 visa to gain practical experience directly related to their major. As a part of CPT, students have to secure a job as practical training experience alongside an established curriculum. In simple terms, getting a job is a part of your academic curriculum. CPT has to be completed before graduation. The eligibility criteria for CPT employment are as follows. Candidates must possess a valid F1 status and must have enrolled in a full-time school for a minimum duration of 1 year. The CPT program must be integrated into the candidate’s curriculum and award them academic credit at the end of the program. Candidates must be fielding an eligible job offer before submitting an authorization request The job must be from your field of study ---------------- What is OPT? The regulations set for OPT are different from CPT. Optional Practical Training (OPT) allows students to work off-campus while choosing to work both during and post-completing their degree. Besides, the USCIS has also set up Optional Practical Training, and hence several stringent regulations are in place. It requires authorization from the USCIS and the University’s International Student Office. Applications for OPT jobs can start once you have been enrolled in the college for a minimum duration of 9 months, but there is a catch. You cannot start applying for jobs until you receive an EAD (Employment Authorization Document) from the USCIS. You need to be enrolled in college for at least a year to receive this document. The eligibility criteria for OPT employment are as follows The job must be directly related to the candidate’s degree Candidates must possess valid F1 status Candidates must first apply for OPT and then work towards their degree Candidates must not be a part of full-time OPT employment for more than 12 months ------------------ Get the Most Out of OPT and CPT Opportunities: Now that you have understood the difference between OPT and CPT, you can make the right call and choose a practical training opportunity accordingly. Additionally, you should know the various eligibility requirements and restrictions put down by the USCIS, and navigate them efficiently to make the most out of your CPT and OPT opportunities. Read our article to know more: https://www.upgradabroad.com/articles... ------------------- Follow us for more updates: Facebook:   / upgradabroad   Instagram:   / upgradabroad   Twitter:   / upgrad_abroad   LinkedIn:   / upgradabroad   Android Play Store: https://bit.ly/3MJxp0J Apple App Story: https://apple.co/3o9HtX7 Explore upcoming webinars on Study Abroad here: https://bit.ly/3ClRD9G Enroll for Study Abroad programs now: https://bit.ly/3C7gG03 Bachelor Programs - https://bit.ly/upgrad-YTB Master Programs - https://bit.ly/upgrad-YTM Booster Program - https://bit.ly/upgrad-YTBooster #studyabroad #studygram #trending #globaleducation #studyinusa #internationaleducation #intled #overseaseducation #cpt #studyinusa