Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills

UConn’s Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills hosted a panel featuring two international scholars who shared their strategies, challenges, and insights on navigating the U.S. job and internship search. The discussion highlighted early application timelines, the power of networking, and key resources, including CPT guidance and Career Center support, that help international students succeed.

DON’T TAKE THE BAIT! What to watch out for if you’ve received an email about a job offer or research opportunity.

Unlike traditional internships that often span 2–3 months, micro-internships have a short time commitment. This option gives students the ability to gain hands-on experience without putting their studies or personal responsibilities on hold.

Hear from international student alums who shared their successes and challenges faced while searching for jobs in the U.S.!

Gaining internship opportunities can be an overwhelming process, however, accessing the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills resources can be a guiding light through the process. Take Calla Kutschke, a sophomore Environmental Engineering major at UConn, as proof! From attending career fairs, utilizing our AI resume analyzer (Quinncia), and scheduling career coaching appointments, Calla was able to gain multiple internship experiences. Read on to learn more about Calla, her experiences on and off campus, and her advice for students of the Women’s affinity community. 

The Universitas21 (U21) program offers free, online, international micro-internship opportunities allowing you to work with your fellow students from across the globe, sharing knowledge and expertise whilst immersing yourself in a commercial organization.

Internships are great ways to gain real world experience and build hard and soft skills. Learn about Jarrin’s journey from intern to full-time hire at Traveler’s Insurance!

We know it can be difficult to navigate finding a job or internship in the U.S. as an international student, so here’s some advice from other international students who have found success and ways you can too!

A lobbyist serves as an intermediary between the client and lawmakers in an attempt to influence legislation. Here’s my experience as an intern for a lobbying and public relations firm in Hartford.