Optional Practical Training

Optional Practional Training (OPT) is an employment opportunity available to eligible F-1 students. OIS has created the following resources to help students learn more about this option.

Handouts

Pre-Completion and Post-Completion OPT

• OPT Information
• OPT Checklist

STEM OPT Extension

• STEM OPT Information
• STEM OPT Checklist

OPT Applications Aids and Reminders 

• Sample I-765
• Sample I-983
• USCIS Application Reminders

Networking and Pitt Connections

• Alumni Association

Online Presentations

• OPT: Basic Information and Application Process
• OPT: Maintain Status
• OPT: After OPT
• OPT: STEM Extension

Face-to-Face Presentations

Throughout the year, OIS presents to different schools across the Pitt campus on OPT. To find upcoming presentations, please visit the OIS Events page.