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OPT Jobs in USA: A Complete Guide for International Students

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The process of searching for a job for the thousands of international students currently studying in the United States of America is very vital. Optional Practical Training is an option that would help the students to gain practical training in the area related to the subject of study. Still, job searching for OPT can be quite daunting—most of the time, one is unsure of the beginning. In this article, we will cover every detail on what OPT means, how to acquire OPT and where to look for OPT employment, particularly in Texas. OPT Jobs in USA What is OPT? OPT is an employment permit given to the F-1 visa holders on a temporary basis to work in the United States in their field of choice. OPT is typically available for: For most academic programs, the duration of study is between 9 and 12 months. Extension of Optional Practical Training (OPT) program up to 36 months for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) graduates. OPT is not tied to any particular employe...