Practical Training Advisor

Practical Training Advisor

 

Reston, Virginia

 

Summary

The Practical Training Advisor is responsible for advising F-1 international students throughout their Optional Practical Training (OPT/STEM OPT) period at Trine University. The Practical Training Advisor aids students with OPT/STEM OPT authorization by advising on practical training regulations, policies, and procedures. This individual manages and processes practical training requests. This role is also responsible for updates and maintenance of practical training authorizations in SEVIS. Additionally, this position assists students by serving as a Designated School Official (DSO).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Advise F-1 international students on matters related to practical training.
  • Process CPT & OPT applications and e-form requests.
  • Communicate practical training processes, procedures, and regulations with international students.
  • Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO).
  • Process F-1 international student employment authorization requests, including I-20s.
  • Advise students on immigration status-related information.
  • Work with the Office of International Services staff on practical training inquiries and education.
  • Ensure students enrolled in CPT are registered for the CPT internship course each semester.
  • Maintain accurate international student records in Sunapsis and SEVIS and remain current on government regulations affecting international students.
  • Provide students with practical training-related documents when requested.
  • Stay up-to-date on government updates for international students.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred.  

Preferred:

  • Experience with international student relations.

Salary

The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Trine University is an equal opportunity employer.  Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, genetic information, citizenship status, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law, unless such basis constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification.  Trine will comply with its legal obligation to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs.