This program is not currently scheduled
However, you can find resources like slides and recordings under Materials at the bottom of this page. To get announcements when this program is offered next, sign up to the OCPD listserv and be sure to open emails from "UCSF Office of Career and Professional Development"
Overview
Interested in private industry positions, but uncertain where to begin? Join us for our Visa Considerations for Private Industry workshop in collaboration with the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO).
In this workshop, you’ll learn …
- How to identify companies that may hire foreign nationals
- Visa options and considerations
- Strategies to respond to “Do you need visa sponsorship?” at varying points of the application process
Who should attend: International students and postdocs who want to build some confidence around their negotiation skills. You are welcome whether you are currently looking for a job or not.
Speakers
Chris Flores - Lead Employment-Based Adviser, ISSO
Ray Care, PhD - Program Director, Office of Career and Professional Development
Holly Nigorizawa - International Programs Director, ISSO
Format
During this Zoom webinar, we will be delivering lecture and addressing pre-submitted questions asked anonymously by registrants. We will also take anonymous questions from the audience during the session. The lecture portion will be recorded and available behind MyAccess a few days after the event.
Materials
Cheat sheet for responding to questions about visa status and work authorization during the job application process
A note about our virtual events: We would like to welcome you, as and where you are, to our virtual events. If there are times you just don’t want to be on camera, feel free to attend this event with your camera and mic off. If you prefer to switch on your camera and participate that’s great too. And if this event just won’t work for you please remember you can always make an appointment with us at any time.
UCSF is committed to making its facilities, activities and events accessible. To request accommodations for this event, please contact Trish McGrath ([email protected]) at the Office of Career and Professional Development at least one week before the event.
