Optimize Your OPT: International Students and Green Card Sponsorship

For international nursing students pursuing education in the United States on the F1 visa, the Optional Practical Training (OPT) period presents an opportunity to gain practical experience and lay the groundwork for a long-term nursing career in the U.S., particularly for those seeking Green Card sponsorship from an employer. The OPT period serves as a bridge between…

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International Nursing Students: USA Career Guide

As an international nursing student studying in the United States on the F1 visa,you’ll no doubt want to start the new year the right way – by setting your career goals and shaping your future in the nursing profession. We understand that transitioning from student life to a professional career can be both thrilling and challenging,…

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International nursing students – USA F1 visa: 5 questions

​You’re getting close to your nursing school graduation in May. You made the big move overseas to pursue your American dream, you worked hard for the last several years, and now, you’re wondering how you can apply your education and build a life you love as a U.S. nurse. You’re not alone. Our Conexus MedStaff…

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Karina – International Nurse Graduate on OPT

Like many international nursing students on an F1 visa, Karina was worried about her future as a U.S. nurse after graduating from a U.S.-based university. Karina is originally from Venezuala and had been looking for a job on her OPT that would provide sponsorship. Her uncle sent her a job posting by Conexus MedStaff, and…

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USA OPT: Nursing students and optional practical training

As an F-1 nursing student or new graduate, you’re likely to be aware of Optional Practical Training (OPT) – the 12-month employment authorization that enables you to work in the U.S. after graduation. However, as a partner to colleges and universities across the U.S., Conexus regularly works with students who are still in the dark about…

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F1 OPT Visa and Getting Prepared: FAQ

As a student studying on an F1 visa, you’ll be aware that you need an employment authorization document (EAD) to start lawfully working on Optional Practical Training (OPT), but how does this work? Here, we catch up with Conexus Medstaff’s Cynthia Ellis from our Texas office to gain an in-depth insight into the process and what…

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