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Welcome to Landing CPT, OPT, and H-1B Job Guides by ICAway A Stage for International Education Leaders and International Students' Career Advocates To find more career tips to help you land your CPT, OPT, and H-1B jobs, please visit 🌐 ICAway.com

12/04/2024

🎉 From Morocco to a Full-Time Job in the USA! Younes' Success Story 🌟

Join us as Coach Kwan and Younes Ben share his journey from Morocco to the USA, leading to his first full-time job as an Energy Engineer! From balancing studies and cultural integration to securing interviews and navigating the job market, Younes reveals his strategies for success. Timestamps: [00:00:00] Coach Kwan introduces the session from Chicago Botanic Garden [00:00:38] Younes introduces himself [00:01:52] Younes shares why he joined ICAway [00:03:24] Challenges Younes faced as a graduate student [00:05:07] Younes discusses his new job with CLEAResult [00:07:13] Background on Younes’ experience before moving to the USA [00:09:31] Younes highlights the ICAway community support [00:10:13] Younes’ advice for other international engineering students [00:11:39] Final congratulations and cheers

12 min
10/20/2024

From China to Wall Street: Shiyun Ye’s Journey of Resilience, Adaptability, and Career Success

Join the ICAway community, please visit https://www.icaway.com/ In this episode of Career Guide for International Students, we are thrilled to welcome Shiyun Ye, an inspiring ICAway member, as she takes us through her incredible journey from China to the United States. Shiyun shares how she overcame financial challenges, managed multiple jobs, and navigated career setbacks—such as job offer cancellations during the COVID-19 pandemic. With stories of resilience, adaptability, and strategic planning, she offers invaluable insights on securing internships and full-time roles in the financial services industry. Tune in to hear her advice on networking, mentorship, and overcoming sponsorship hurdles, along with powerful lessons on mindfulness and staying present. Whether you're an international student or someone seeking inspiration, this episode is packed with wisdom for personal and career growth.

35 min
09/13/2024

Bridging the Gaps for International Student Success

💡 Tune in as Karin Fischer shares insights on bridging gaps between campus partners, supporting international students, and the importance of early engagement and collaboration across campus offices. 📺 Watch the video podcast on our YouTube channel or Spotify! 🌐 Visit our website at http://www.ICAway.com 🔗 Follow Karin Fischer's work through the Latitudes Newsletter and stay connected with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-fischer-0038ba5. In this episode of the Career Guide for International Students podcast, host Coach Kwan Segal interviews Karin Fischer, a journalist specializing in international education. Karin, known for her work at The Chronicle of Higher Education and her Latitudes newsletter, has developed a deep passion for understanding and advocating for international students' needs. [00:00:00] Introduction to the podcast and episode topic. [00:00:30] Introduction of the guest, Karin Fischer, and her background. [00:01:40] Discussion on Karin Fischer’s journey into journalism and international education. [00:03:36] Karin Fischer speaking Mandarin and discussion on learning languages. [00:05:05] Memorable stories and encounters with international students. [00:07:14] Differences in how U.S. institutions support international students. [00:09:23] Disconnections between faculty and international offices in supporting students. [00:11:21] Importance of early and proactive engagement with international students. [00:13:47] Example of successful early support model at Syracuse University. [00:15:23] Desired changes and improvements in international education. [00:17:42] Collaboration between campus offices and supporting international students throughout their journey. [00:19:27] Closing remarks and how to follow Karin Fischer's work. Tune in as we explore how colleges and universities can better support international students through proactive engagement and collaboration between faculty, career services, and international offices. From memorable stories to expert advice, this episode is packed with practical tips and thoughtful discussion.

22 min
08/21/2024

Balancing Compliance and Compassion for International Students

💡 Tune in to hear about the philosophy of "compassionate compliance," the importance of collaboration across campus offices, and tips for navigating the complexities of F-1 visa regulations. 📺 Watch the video podcast on our YouTube channel or Spotify! 🌐 Visit our website at www.ICAway.com 🔗 Learn more about Josh Schoonover's work at Ask a DSO 📸 Follow Kayla O'Donnell's work on Instagram at @ualbanyisss

27 min
07/25/2024

Cross-Cultural Networking: The Secret to Landing a Job for International Students

Welcome to Season 3, Episode 5 of the 'Career Guide for International Students' Podcast, brought to you by ICAway! I’m your host, Kwan Segal. In today's episode, we delve into the art of cross-cultural networking and unveil the secrets to landing a job as an international student in the US! Our special guest is Betsy Cohen, Executive Director of the St. Louis Mosaic Project of the World Trade Center-St. Louis. Betsy is a renowned advocate for international student and immigrant careers, and the author of "Welcome to the USA—You're Hired! A Guide for Foreign-Born People Seeking Jobs" and the eBook "Top Hiring Trends in 2024 for Foreign-Born People Seeking Jobs." Join us as we explore Betsy's inspiring journey and gain valuable insights into navigating the US job market. Highlights from the Episode: Betsy's passion for advocating careers for international students and immigrants The importance of networking amidst a competitive job market Tips for overcoming cultural barriers and fears related to networking in the USA Strategies for dealing with rejections and maintaining a growth mindset Advice for international students and career advisors Exciting updates from the St. Louis Mosaic Project The St. Louis Mosaic Project is a regional initiative within the St. Louis Economic Development Partnership and the World Trade Center St. Louis. The project aims to transform St. Louis into the fastest-growing major metropolitan area for immigrants by 2025. It provides extensive resources and support for immigrants, fostering a welcoming community that values cultural diversity and innovation. Learn more at St. Louis Mosaic Project. Tune in now and start building your path to success with expert guidance from Betsy Cohen. 🌍✨ #InternationalStudents #CareerAdvocate #NetworkingTips #JobSearch #HiddenJobMarket #CrossCulturalNetworking #CareerAdvice #Podcast

33 min
05/04/2024

Navigating the Demographic Cliff: International Student Perspectives with Esther Benjamin, CEO of WES

Join us as we delve into strategies to combat the demographic cliff in higher education with special guest Esther Benjamin, CEO of World Education Services (WES). 🌍💼 Listen in as we explore insights for international students and institutions, discuss employability, affordability, and advocacy, and hear Esther's personal journey as an international student turned global executive. Don't miss this insightful discussion on the future of international education!

33 min
03/03/2024

H-1B Cap (FY 2025)

Join our host, Kwan Segal, and special guest Attorney Art Serratelli from Serratelli Mijal PLLC as they unravel the USCIS Announcement on Strengthened Integrity Measures for the H-1B Program in the FY 2025 H-1B cap lottery season. 🎤✨ 🔍 Discover the latest insights into the H-1B process, USCIS final rules, and how these changes impact international students. Art dives deep into key dates for the FY 2025 H-1B Lottery Registration and shares essential advice for a fair chance at selection. 🗓️🌐 🤔 Concerned about the lottery system? Learn about backup plans, alternative options like STEM OPT, and gain valuable career-launching advice from Art based on his vast experience working with international students. 🌍💼 To get help finding your dream job in the US, please visit https://www.icaway.com/

20 min
01/24/2024

From F-1 Visa to the IE Leader

This episode features an insightful conversation with Dr. Fanta Aw, Executive Director and CEO of NAFSA. 🌍 Join the discussion on Dr. Aw's remarkable journey from international student to a leader in education. 📚 Gain valuable insights on change, networking, and staying informed in the dynamic world of international education. 🌟 Plus, Dr. Aw shares advice for international students pursuing careers in the U.S. 🌐 Begin your journey by getting help finding jobs today at icaway.com! Don't miss out on this enriching discussion! #InternationalEducation #CareerAdvice #NAFSA #Podcas

16 min

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Welcome to Landing CPT, OPT, and H-1B Job Guides by ICAway A Stage for International Education Leaders and International Students' Career Advocates To find more career tips to help you land your CPT, OPT, and H-1B jobs, please visit 🌐 ICAway.com

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Landing CPT, OPT, H-1B Job Guides for F-1 Students by ICAway
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