Life in the United States as an international student can be fun and challenging. The Academic Success & Career Center is here to provide support.

Academic Resources

You can take advantage of quiet study spaces and tutoring to be more successful in your classes. If you are exploring new majors, come visit an advisor!

Career Resources

Our career coaches are available to work with all students and help you navigate your international experience. Please consider the resources on this page or make an appointment with us to address your concerns, work through challenges, and strengthen your application materials.

Not sure what to study? Still thinking about how your major can lead to success post-graduation? Connect with a career coach for help with career exploration.

Career coaches can help you market your international experience and identity to potential employers. Reach out for help learning how to use the tools on our website to prepare yourself for success in the United States job market.

Handshake is a resource utilized by WSU to connect cougs with employers. On the platform you can join professional development events, follow employers, as well as see job postings:

  • on-campus job positions
  • summer internships
  • full-time jobs post-graduation

LinkedIn serves as a great starting point for learning about an organization you are interested in as well as seeing positions they post. Research companies you are interested in–their mission statement, culture, etc.

This H1B database can help you find employers with a history of hiring international applicants.

E-Verify is a system that U.S. employers can use to search for work authorization of applicants. If the company has an E-Verify profile you know they can confirm your ability to work in the United States.

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