Drop-Ins with Peer Industry Mentor Rai: Finding Internships as an International Student

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Drop-Ins with Peer Industry Mentor Rai: Finding Internships as an International Student

The internship search is already competitive. As an international student, you're navigating the same process with additional layers — visa sponsorship questions, CPT and OPT eligibility, employer hesitation, and timelines that don't always align with your status. Most generic career advice skips all of this. This drop-in, led by Peer Industry Mentor Rai, is a candid conversation about what the international student internship search actually looks like and how to approach it strategically.

Come ready to talk about:

How to identify employers who sponsor or are open to international candidates
CPT and OPT basics — what you need to know before you apply
How to address visa status in applications and interviews without it becoming a liability
Building a network in the U.S. when you're starting from scratch
Resources at Binghamton specifically designed for international student job seekers

This is a drop-in, not a lecture — bring your questions, your situation, and whatever stage of the search you're in. No preparation needed.

If you anticipate a need for disability-related accommodations or auxiliary aids to attend or participate, please contact Fleishman Center at careers@binghamton.edu We ask that you provide us with at least 3-5 days of advance notice regarding your equal access needs.

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