International Students

Welcome!

The Career Development Center (CDC) offers a wide variety of services and tools to assist International Students to work towards their career goals.

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Regular Days/Times:

- - Get help writing a resume and/or cover letter
  - Have your resume, cover letter, and personal statement critiqued
  - Learn how to navigate CareerConnect and online systems
  - Find helpful career building resources and tools
  - And much more!

Watch the 2 recorded workshops about building your resume
- How to Write a U.S. Resume (Recorded Webinar)
- Transitioning Your International CV to U.S. Resume (Camtasia)
Review the content and tools located on CDC’s Resume Webpage
Use OptimalResume, our online resume building system
- Use your UIS Email Address when creating your account
View the Resume CareerSpot Videos to get professional resume information.

Attend upcoming Resume Manias held at the beginning of each semester. Details on the CDC’s Calendar
Utilize our Career Suite Drop-In/Call-In service.

Office of International Student Services (OISS) will advise you about your work/intern eligibility
Review the F-1 Employment Guidelines provided by the OISS
On-campus jobs are handled by Student Employment housed in Financial Assistance
- Undergraduate Students can only apply for Undergraduate Level Student Employment positions
- Graduate Students can only apply for Grad Hourly Student Employment positions.
- Learn more about the steps and requirements.

Upcoming Career Events and Workshops
Learn more about the various services and resources available on the Student Homepage
Online Toolbox: Great Online Career Resources
Most important resources for International Students:
- UIS CareerConnect: More than a Job Board!
- Login process is tricky. Read instructions for details
- Can access only after you have registered for classes
OptimalResume: Optimal is More Than a Resume Builder!
Going Global: Provides H1B info, hiring practices, city/country guides and more