Interstride Resources and International Education Week

Interstride

The Greene Center has partnered with Interstride to help our international students navigate their immigration journey.

From choosing the best fit institution and academic program to navigating the immigration journey, adapting to a new life in a new country, and finding jobs and internships from international student-friendly employers – Interstride is here to help you along every step of the way. Some of its services include:

  • Help to find internships and jobs in the US
  • Network with other international students & alumni
  • Webinars and courses on training, job search, visas, immigration, and career development
  • Resources on U.S. Life, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, Career Readiness, Networking, Interviewing, and more
  • Get 160+ country guides for traveling and working internationally

UR students can set up their free account at https://www.interstride.com/rochester/.

International Education Week

International Education Week (IEW) is an annual joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to promote international engagement at U.S. colleges and universities and will be held across the U.S. November 13-17, 2023. The University will be hosting multiple events across all campuses throughout the month of November. Events aim to celebrate the benefits of international education, highlight intercultural awareness, support the integration of our domestic and international student body, and promote the internationalization of the University community. Open to faculty, students, and staff, join in the celebration of international education!

You can find out more and register at https://www.rochester.edu/global/internationaleducationweek/.

 

By Jake Gilmer
Jake Gilmer Director of Corporate Development & Engagement