More than 3,000 of MIT’s students come from countries other than the U.S., bringing with them a variety of traditions for ringing in the new year. The International Students Association, in collaboration with MIT News, wishes everyone in the MIT community a joyful, peaceful 2022!
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Dan Beaudry, former head of campus recruiting at Monster.com, shares the potent job search system used by many international students and trainees to find U.S. employment. H-1B's are won in ways you likely don't expect. What you'll discover in this presentation may surprise you: • Learn how to secure H-1B sponsorship at companies that have […]
Antoinette’s cooking sessions are always open to the entire MIT community, and you are welcome to cook with us or just observe! Please join us for the IAP cooking session on Thursday, January 20 from 12noon to 1:30pm. This month, Antoinette will be showing us how to cook a Caribbean dish, Stew Curry Chicken Pelau (*can be […]
"Marie Kondo" your upcoming US or international job search! It’s no secret that job searching can be a long, and sometimes demoralizing slog. In this workshop, we will share tools* & best practices for the efficient and effective job search, so that you can finish the academic year strong while making serious progress on your […]
Life After Practical Training: Work Visas and Permanent Resident OptionsWednesday, February 9 from 5pm to 7pmVia Zoom (*details sent by email) Presentation by immigration law firm Iandoli Desai & Cronin P.C. from Boston, MA. Listen to immigration attorneys discuss work visas and permanent residence options for life beyond your F or J student visa status.The […]
Antoinette’s monthly cooking sessions are always open to the entire MIT community, and you are welcome to cook with us or just observe! Please join us for this month's cooking session on Monday, February 28 from 4pm to 5:30pm. This month, Antoinette will be showing us how to cook a Quiche! Sign up to receive a […]
Tax Workshop for Nonresident International Students The VPF Tax team will host a virtual Tax Workshop on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, beginning at 7 pm (EST). The Workshop will include a presentation by representatives of Sprintax and updates from the VPF HR/Payroll and Tax teams. Audience: Generally, international students in the U.S. 5 years or less The […]
Tax Workshop for U.S. Citizens and Resident Students and Scholars The VPF Tax team will host a virtual Tax Workshop on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, beginning at 8 pm (EST). Audience: U.S. citizens, U.S. legal permanent residents, international students in the U.S. more than 5 years; international scholars in the U.S. more than 2 years The hosts suggest students attend […]
As part of RAK Week, stop by the ISO in E18-219 for a snack!Thursday March 10, 10am - 3pmFriday March 11, 10am - 3pm Also check your departments and other offices to see what RAK Hacks they have planned. Follow RAK Week action on Facebook!
