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bravojeff

Aug 8, 2008, 08:59 PM

I have Optional Practical Training (OPT) and Employment Authorization Card ((F1 VISA status). Am I eligible to be employed as an Assistant Professor at University?
Thanks for answering!

lawanwadee

Aug 9, 2008, 02:59 PM

All OPT employment must be in a job that is related to the student’s degree program.

For special extended program, 12+17 months, you must have degrees in STEM...
STEM = Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics