Career Resources for International Students

While studying at NYU Wagner, and after graduation, you'll have access to a multitude of resources including opportunities to explore job possibilities, prepare for specific roles, or consider how to advance your career. 

Below we will discuss:

ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT

Got an on-campus job or want to learn more about if you can work at NYU? Review the information based on your F-1 or J-1 status for all the needed details.

On-Campus Employment Information


OFF-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT

If you want to work outside of NYU, you have several options that are dependent on your status as an F-1 or J-1 international student. Read on to learn more about your different employment options.

Off-Campus Employment Information


UNPAID INTERNSHIPS AND VOLUNTEER WORK

As an international student, you're eligible to work in unpaid internships and serve as an unpaid volunteer.

More Information

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT (PER)

To ensure you’re prepared for your post-graduate career, NYU Wagner requires all MPA and MUP students to fulfill the Professional Experience Requirement (PER).

More about PER


CURRICULAR PRACTICAL TRAINING (CPT)

Curricular Practical Training (CPT) allows international students to accept paid off-campus employment that is relevant and required for the student's degree.

More about CPT


OPTIONAL PRACTICAL TRAINING (OPT)

Optional Practical Training (OPT) allows international students to take on additional relevant employment that is directly related to their major field of study.

More about OPT

 

While studying at NYU Wagner, and after graduation, you'll have access to the Office of Career Services' (OCS) rich resources—everything you'll need to fine-tune your career vision, strategically plan your time at school, and build a public service career in which you can make the most impact.

CAREER ADVISEMENT SESSIONS

Career services staff are available to meet with you for 30-minute, one-on-one advising appointments to answer your questions and discuss your career next steps.

Schedule an Appointment

In addition to Wagner's Office of Career Services, you will have access to the NYU Wasserman Center which provides career support, advising, and resources to all NYU students.

Wasserman offers:

Wasserman also has a dedicated Graduate Student Career Development Team. Learn more about their team and the resources they have to offer below.

More Wasserman Resources

NYU WAGNER CAREER DIRECTORY

You can use the NYU Wagner Career Directory - an online database of public service employment opportunities - to search and apply for positions, RSVP to OCS events, and browse employer profiles. 

In this portal, NYU Wagner has partnered with Devex to provide you a Devex Career Account at no charge. Devex is a media platform for the global development community with access to news, business intelligence, funding, and career opportunities.  

Explore Jobs


HANDSHAKE (WASSERMAN)

Handshake is the NYU Wasserman's career portal where you find jobs, explore career resources, and register for events.

In this portal, you can also locate the GoinGlobal resource which features an annual H1-B employer report as well as country-specific career development guidance and networking/interview resources. Login to Handshake >Career Center > Resources.

Explore Handshake


VIOLET NETWORK

The Violet Network is NYU’s official online community that facilitates knowledge sharing, networking, and mentorship among our students and alumni. Update your profile, and begin connecting with others in our NYU network and global community.

Connect & Explore the Violet Network


WAYUP

WayUp is a career platform for short-term and temporary positions for on-campus employment. 

Explore WayUp


RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP (RA)

Research Assistantship (RA) positions are hired by Wagner's research centers and institutes. RA opportunities are announced as they become available, typically at the end of summer or start of each semester.


TEACHING ASSISTANT (TA)

Another potential role for continuing students is Teaching Assistant (TA). TAs are selected each semester by faculty from among students who have completed their course with a strong performance record. 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES

NYU Wagner's Office of Career Services has compiled comprehensive, field specific resources for every stage of your public service career.

View Resources


CAREER EVENTS

NYU Wagner's Office of Career Services hosts a wide variety of workshops, employer information sessions, career expos, panel discussions, and more throughout the year.

Attend an Event


HOW-TO GUIDES

NYU Wagner's Office of Career Services has created a variety of guides to assist students and alumni in the career planning process, including resume writing, cover letter writing, interviewing, negotiating offers, and more.

Explore Guides


INTERNSHIP & CONFERENCE FUNDING

Funding opportunities are available for students who are pursuing unpaid internships or seeking financial assistance to attend professional conferences.

Learn More


COMPOSING YOUR CAREER (NONCR-GP 108)

Throughout this four-session workshop, you will reflect, analyze, and explore frameworks and pathways that align with your professional goals. You will leave with an action plan and specific strategies for how to advance your public service career. Register via Albert.

Take the Class

 

If you plan to work as an international student, you will be required to apply for a Social Security Number and pay taxes. Learn how to obtain a Social Security Number and an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number.

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