Employment | Services for International Students and Scholars

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GoinGlobal

GoinGlobal provides all the resources students need to fast-track their academic and career objectives. From pre-departure advice to ensure a positive study abroad or internship experience to identifying employment opportunities at home and abroad, GoinGlobal is the proven competitive advantage for success at all levels of the university experience.

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J-2 Dependent Employment

Overview

J-2 dependents may apply to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for permission to accept employment if such employment is needed for the support of the dependent(s), but not for the support of the J-1. The application should include:

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International Scholar Employment

Overview

Employment provisions for the visa categories that are most often encountered at UC Davis are:

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Other Work Status Types

International scholars may come to UC Davis on a variety of work statuses that are not sponsored through SISS.

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On-Campus Employment

Details for on-campus employment for F-1 and J-1 students.