The MS Data Science & Analytics program offers the following resources for international students. Please review this information thoroughly. If you still have questions, please consult with the program’s assigned International Student Advisor.
University Resources for OPT & CPT
For Internships and Jobs (On and Off Campus)
- CPT Request Form for Data Science & Analytics Program (Required)
- Maintaining Immigration Status
- F-1 On-Campus Employment
- F-1 Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
- F-1 Pre-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- F-1 Post-Completion Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- International Student & Scholar Services
- Internship Information for International Students
Career and Internship Resources
- Interstride is a job search and career resource platform specifically created to assist international students and job seekers.
- Learn about interview best practices from BigInterview. This platform also allows you to record your mock interview answers and share them with a coach or mentor for feedback!
- Organize your thoughts and create an efficient, personal job search process using the Graduate Career Center’s Career Planning Organization tool. Access the CPO template.
- You can find additional career tools, such as resume tools on the Graduate Career Center’s Resource page.
Community Building
- Georgetown is home to a robust network of on-campus student groups. They can center around your home country, your interests, and/or your MS level status.
- Access key information about living in DC, including housing and transportation.
- If you are looking to practice your English, free and low-cost English-as-a-Second-Language (ESL) classes are offered throughout DC.