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July 30, 2026

Job Search Strategy for International Students

July 30, 2026 | 4:00 P.M.

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This workshop introduces well-established processes for positioning yourself to execute a focused and successful US-based job search.

Location: Virtual

This workshop introduces well-established processes for positioning yourself to execute a focused and successful US-based job search. Take away a four-step framework to optimize your job search game plan and effectively network to get your foot in the door.

In this webinar, you will learn how to:

  • efficiently target companies that sponsor H-1B visas and hire international students
  • learn to cultivate and use professional connections through strategic networking and informational interviews
  • leverage your story, skills, expertise, your university network, and brand to achieve your career and life goals
  • practice how to use your cultural diversity as an advantage and effectively convey your story to hiring managers

About Interstride: Interstride is an interactive portal to support international students and alums in their job search, immigration journey, and community building. Over 180 institutions currently utilize the platform to support both international and domestic students.

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