Optional Practical Training (OPT) authorizes eligible students with F-1 visas to work in certain US jobs related to their studies.
Optional Practical Training (OPT) authorizes eligible students with F-1 visas to work in certain US jobs related to their studies.
Find information about an extended version of OPT for science, technology, engineering, and math fields.
During your OPT period, there are certain reporting requirements students must follow to maintain F-1 status. Learn more here.
Review the answers to frequently asked questions about Optional Practical Training (OPT).
View a checklist of the items required to submit a post-completion OPT application.
View a checklist of the items required to submit a STEM OPT 24-month extension request.