How to work and study overseas as an international student

Securing admission to study in the university is a dream possible for many students with the benefit of study and work opportunities. However, the high cost of tuition is a worrying factor. Hence, many students look out for part-time jobs in order to ensure that their studies are not affected due to lack of funds. This is a dilemma that many of our applicants have had to overcome. Unfortunately, there are different rules for differing countries regarding the issue of working while studying. When planning to study abroad, most students wish to work alongside their study as it helps them not just to gain experience but also to reimburse for their tuition and other costs. Below is a list of countries and their work permit rules for international students.

Study and Work in USA

You will require a student visa if you wish to study in a full-time program in the USA. There are two kinds of student visas available – ‘F’ and ‘M’ visas. The F-1 visa is for students entering the USA to pursue an academic program at an accredited college/university. At the end of the program, a degree, certificate or diploma should/must be awarded. Alternatively, the M-1 visa is granted to students in a non-academic, language or vocational program. F-1 students cannot work off-campus for the first year of study, but can seek on-campus employment. However, after the first year, international students with F-1 visa can seek off-campus employment. This must take the form of any of the following types of employment; -Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT), Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) Optional Practical Training Extension (OPT). M-1 students can also seek employment but only upon completion of their studies. F-1 and M-1 can seek off-campus employment only in an area related to their course and they also require authorization from Designated School Official before starting work.

Study and Work in UK

Although international students are allowed to work in the UK, there are some students that are prohibited from working. Students who are in the UK on a Tier 4/students visa can get their visa stamped as ‘allowed to work’ but this has restrictions. There are various exceptions which need to be followed diligently by students. Once students have these stamps, there is no need to contact the Secretaries of State for Employment. International students are allowed to do vacation employment or part time employment. This involves 20 hours a week during term time and full time during vacations. If student applies for Tier 4 visa for a course below bachelor’s degree, then they can work only for 10 hours during term week. International students are also allowed to do Work Placement in Sandwich Courses. Sandwich courses are those courses where work placements are an integral part. Under such courses, work placement is approved by the University. However the work placement should not extend after the completion of course.

Two essential rules must be followed by students while seeking employment during study;
-Students cannot engage in self-employment, business or be available as a professional sportsperson or entertainer.
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-Students cannot seek for permanent full time vacancy.