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Top Mistakes while working on CPT – Curricular Practical Training . Presented By Shah Peerally, Esq www.Peerallylaw.com Phone (510) 742 5887

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Page 1: Mistakes to Avoid on Curricular Practical Training (CPT)

Top Mistakes while working on CPT – Curricular Practical

Training .

Presented By Shah Peerally, Esqwww.Peerallylaw.comPhone (510) 742 5887

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What is CPT?

CPT stands for Curricular Practical Training. It is often used by students to get internship

and work experience. Many students will use CPT to obtain off-

campus work.

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Who gets a CPT?

An F-1 nonimmigrant student may begin CPT after the Designated School Official has completed the Form I-20 endorsement page. CPT is alternative work/study, internship, cooperative education, or any other type of required internship or practicum that is offered by sponsoring employers through cooperative agreements with the school. A CPT must be a part of an established curriculum.

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When to Use?

CPT has to be used before the completion of the degree.

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Part time or Full Time

CPT can be part time or full time (but full time would reduce the length of your OPT).

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Compensation

CPT can be paid or unpaid

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Full Time Course

Student must continue to be a full time student during the CPT (except in the summer/vacation period).

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Specific Employers

Student may engage in CPT only for a specific employer, location, and period approved and recorded.

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1 year increment only

CPT may be granted in increment of no more than one year.

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Remember! In order to apply for CPT, the student must have

a job offer; further, to accept CPT, the student must complete one academic year, or be enrolled in a language program prior to the completion of their studies. The student must request CPT from their designated school official (DSO) and follow the procedures established by the school official. A graduate student, however, may have CPT authorized by their school official during the first semester of the academic program if the program requires practical experience.

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Important

Information provided is purely educational. You should not act or refrain to act solely on the information provided. Contact an attorney for help.No attorney-client relationship is created by this slide or video.

You can call our law firm at 510 742 5887 or visit www.PeerallyLaw.com