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FACTS ABOUT INTERNSHIPS
Internships at Fisher College:
- hold academic credit
- are generally non-paid, although may be compensated with the approval of the employer and your Advisor
- must be completed within a normal semester
- are usually part time, anywhere between 10 and 25 hours per week
- must be arranged approximately a month prior to their start date
- can be pursued once you have met the academic prerequisite courses
CAREER SERVICES
Fisher College offers the following career services:
- on-campus job interviews
- interview training
- career counseling
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job and internship listings
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resume writing assistance and resume critiquing
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workshops on job search and career planning topics
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career and personal assessment instruments
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job fairs and recruiting events
OPTIONS AFTER GRADUATING FROM YOUR DEGREE
- Transfer to a prestigious four year institution
- Take advantage of paid Optional Practical Training in the USA
- Continue your education in America at Graduate School
Successful transfer from an associate's degree
Many international students apply to Fisher College to study for a two-year associate's degree, with the intention of transferring their Fisher College credits to one of the more famous four-year universities in New England to complete their bachelor's degree. In this way, Fisher College is an excellent pathway to a prestigious four year institution.
On completion of a Fisher College associate's degree, recent graduates have successfully transfered to:
| Ivy league institutions | Brown University |
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| #1 MBA program for entrepreneurship in the USA** | Babson College |
| Top 60 universities in America* | University of Florida Boston University |
| Tier 1 best universities in America* | Northeastern University University of Massachusetts (Amherst) |
| Tier 2 best universities in America* | University of Massachusetts (Boston) |
| Best regional universities in the north* |
Bentley University (#4=) Lesley University (#77=) |
| Best regional colleges in the north* | Fashion Institute of Technology (NY) |
*As ranked by US News & World Report's Best Colleges 2011
** As ranked by US News & World Report's Best Graduate Schools 2011
Opportunities after graduation from a bachelor's degree
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
You may apply for employment directly related to your major, under the US government scheme Optional Practical Training. OPT is a temporary employment authorization that gives students on an F-1 visa an opportunity to use the valuable skills gained during their degree studies in a practical work setting. Currently more than 70,000 international students in the USA are taking advantage of OPT.
Do I get paid?
Yes, OPT work placements are paid, so you can start paying down the cost of your Fisher College degree as soon as you graduate. You'll also gain highly valuable experience, contacts and testimonials to greatly enhance your employment opportunities when you return to your home country.
How long can I work?
The standard period is 12 months of OPT after your Bachelor's degree.
Who can apply for OPT?
You do not need a job offer to apply for OPT. To be eligible, you must:
- be a full-time student
- be maintaining valid F-1 status at the time of the application
- intend to work in a position directly related to your major
When do I apply?
The approval for OPT is granted by the US Citizenship and Immigration Service and can take up to 120 days to obtain. Your immigration record must be updated with your OPT request prior to your official graduation date. Talk to Fisher College advisory staff well before you graduate if you wish to take advantage of this opportunity.
Graduate School
Instead of seeking employment directly after graduation from your Fisher College bachelor's degree, you may choose to continue your higher education on a graduate program at universities in Boston and beyond. Graduate degrees enhance your knowledge in a specialized field. Students who earn these advanced degrees often earn significantly more than students who do not.
Internship possibilities
At Fisher College, most degree programs require an in-depth work experience for academic credit during your final stages of a degree.
An Internship is an experiential learning opportunity in which the academic knowledge gained in your college courses is applied to a supervised work situation. This combination of work and academics enhances your overall knowledge base, allows you to sharpen your skills, and develops real workplace competencies. Internships occur outside of the classroom and should be in your degree major.
Internships are developed cooperatively between you, the Internship Coordinator, an Internship Instructor, and your workplace supervisor. Preparation is the key to getting the most out of your internship:
- research the types of positions or jobs you might enjoy
- prepare yourself mentally for the demands of an internship
- make certain you have the time to devote to this course
- maintain a positive attitude during this experience
