International Students

The search for a U.S. job or internship can be a time-consuming process – and one that often comes with intimidation and confusion. As an international student, you may feel overwhelmed! English may not be your native language, you might be unfamiliar with how to conduct a U.S. job search and the interview culture might be completely different. We can help you with that! Take advantage of the possibilities at Fort Hays State University as we help you navigate the opportunities and uncover the confidence you need to move your career forward.

Come stop by to see us at Sheridan Hall Room 214 or contact us by email and phone at careers@fhsu.edu and (785) 628-4260.

Get Ready, Get Set  

International students sometimes think they are not as good as other students or they feel less confident in their abilities and competencies. However, being an international student has more advantages than you think! Just by being an international student, you already show to potential employers that you are willing to step out of your comfort zone and you are ready to take on adventures. This is a great characteristic to have and will help you a lot when you are looking for a job. Make sure to stay ahead of the competition by preparing yourself for the future. By preparing yourself for your job search early in your college career, you will gain confidence and experience when it comes time to applying for jobs or graduate school.

• Write a resume & cover letter - Resumes intended for U.S. employers may look differently than those in other countries. Use Career Services to make sure your resume has all the necessary requirements! Look to our Additional Job Search Information for more specific resumes by country.
• Social Media Mindfulness - Learn tips for leaving a professional social media footprint.
• Gain interview experience - You've heard it 100 times, practice makes perfect! Develop your interview skills through mock interviews and our online interview training system, Big Interview. Review interview questions to prepare for your interview. Keep in mind that job interviews in the U.S. might be different than what you are used to. This link will tell you everything you need to know.
• Prepare for your job search - Find a variety of information to help you with your job search, start to finish! View resources on professional dress, networking, and salary negotiation, and more.
• CPT/OPT Training - Before applying to a job, make sure you are aware of and complete all the necessary immigration paperwork and requirements for international students! These resources will explain more about the requirements for international students.
• Navigating Job Offers - Not sure what to do when offered a job or how to know when you should accept one? Use these resources to help you accept the right offer.
• Graduate School Information - Thinking about graduate school? Discover the resources that will help you map out the best course of action.

Explore Your Options

Gain insight on the right major for your desired career by asking key questions and finding your individual path forward. 

• What can I do with this major? - Find real-life information for each major, like possible career options and transferable skills.
• Academic Advising and Career Exploration - Meet with a counselor from AACE to help identify your interests, abilities, values and personality traits to match you up with the right career path.
• Career Ready Competencies - Learn what employers are looking for when they hire college graduates. 

Find a Job or Internship with the Help You Need

Transform your future and your career with the right resources that keep you as a forerunner in your field.

• GoinGlobal
  As an international student, what would you like more than to take your job search global? Utilize Research Country Guides and U.S.A./Canada career guide collections which offer extensive country and city specific career and employment information from all over the world. Access visa petitions from U.S. employers seeking to hire international talent.
• Handshake 
  Search and apply for nationwide full-time jobs. Discover internship opportunities to gain relevant work experience and apply techniques learned in the classroom. Sign up for on-campus interviews and post your resume for prospective employers to review. Explore the listings of part-time off-campus jobs here in Hays.
• Career Fairs & Events
  Find information on upcoming on-campus and virtual career fairs and other job search preparation events so you never miss an opportunity to advance your future.
• Additional Job Search Information
  • Job search tips for students from China
  • Job search tips for students from Paraguay
  • Job search tips for students from Saudi Arabia
  • What are American employers looking for?
  • International Student Job Search Guide

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