Looking for a job?
Work on campus: Find employment opportunities on campus by visiting the Student Employment Office at 103 Student Services Building in person or looking at their website.
Receive advice for employment. International Student Presentation
Work Authorization:
On Campus Employment: F-1 and J-1 students may work on campus, for the university, for 20 hours a week during the academic year and 40 hours a week during breaks. Employment may be found at www.gvsu.edu/studentemploy You will need to complete an I-9 We recommend that you begin looking for positions early. You should inquire at the Student Employment Office as well as any office or department that you are interested in working at for application instructions.
Curricular Practical Training (CPT): work authorization for F-1 students while enrolled at GVSU. CPT must be required for your program or degree and an integral part of the program.
Optional Practical Training (OPT): work authorization for F-1 students after graduation. Students are eligible to apply for OPT the semester that they will graduate. The Padnos International Center hosts an OPT Fair biannually in September and January.
Academic Training (AT): work authorization for J-1 students after program completion. Some J-1 students may be eligible for AT after their program ends. Students should make an appointment in their last semester with Kate Stoetzner to discuss eligibility.
Career Resources:
GoinGlobal is a job database and a resource which gives students and alumni an advantage in applying to jobs in the U.S. and abroad. This resource houses a job board that is updated daily with millions of jobs in the U.S. and around the world.
Start Your Job/Intern Search: click here Guides are available on over 90 locations worldwide. These guides walk individuals through the application process for each country, offering tips for individuals seeking employment. GoinGlobal provides students and alumni the knowledge to not only to feel confident entering the global job market, but to distinguish themselves among their peers.
To view the Global Career Guides: click here GoinGlobal gives information specific to each country on: Resume examples Interview and application tips Professional networks Visa or work permit details Job outlooks Follow-up procedures Cultural nuances
Laker Jobs: Laker Jobs is a free online database for Grand Valley student, which allows you to search for professional jobs and internships, provided by employers specifically looking to hire Grand Valley students.