These workshops will provide F-1 international students with essential guidance on Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), and STEM OPT extensions. We’ll cover eligibility, application timelines, and key reporting responsibilities, while also sharing practical tips to avoid common mistakes. Whether you’re preparing for an internship, your first job after graduation, or a STEM extension, these sessions will help you understand the process and confidently plan ahead.
Below are the workshop dates for the Fall 2025 semester. Or schedule a one-on-one meeting with your DSO Kassity Veloz.
Please register for which workshop you would like to join by filling out the form below.
Cirricular Practical Training (CPT) Upcoming Workshops
CPT can be a very tricky off campus employment type to get approval for. Join me in a dicussion on how to get proper approval and how to remain in status while on active CPT whether it's for a late Fall CPT opportunity or in preparation for a Spring semester CPT opportunity. Feel free to take a look at our CPT webpage and bring any questions you have to the workshop.
Monday, October 6th from 11:00am till 12:00pm; Online Zoom Meeting**
Thursday, December 11th from 2:00pm till 3:00pm; Online Zoom Meeting**
**An email will be sent to you closer to the workshop date with the Zoom Meeting link
Initial Optional Practical Training (OPT) Upcoming Workshops
Initial OPT can be very overwhelming and difficult to apply for. Join me in a discussion on how and when to apply, common mistakes students make and how to remain in status once approved. Feel free to take a look at our OPT webpage and bring any questions you have to the workshop.
Tuesday, September 23rd from 12:00pm till 1:00pm; In-Person: Classroom & Office Building 2 - Room 390
Friday, October 17th from 9:00am till 10:00am; In-Person: Classroom & Office Building 2 - Room 290
Tuesday, November 25th from 3:00pm till 4:00pm; In-Person: Classroom & Office Building 2 - Room 290
Thursday, December 11th from 10:00am till 11:00am; Online Zoom Meeting**
**An email will be sent to you closer to the workshop date with the Zoom Meeting link
STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT) Upcoming Workshops
While Initial OPT can be difficult to apply for, STEM OPT can be difficult to maintain. Join me in a discussion on how and when to apply, common questions on the I-983 training plan, and various other common questions on how to remain in status once STEM OPT begins. Feel free to take a look at our STEM OPT webpage and bring any questions you have to the workshop.
Monday, October 6th from 12:00pm till 1:00pm; Online Zoom Meeting**
Friday, November 7th from 1:00pm till 2:00pm; In-Person: Classroom & Office Building 2 - Room 290
Thursday, December 11th from 11:00am till 12:00pm; Online Zoom Meeting**
**An email will be sent to you closer to the workshop date with the Zoom Meeting link
