On-campus employment is work done on the premises of the school the student is authorized to attend.
Employment Authorization
The J-1 student may work on campus only if ISS gives written authorization. Students must request and receive authorization before they can begin any on-campus job. Each job requires its own authorization. Authorizations may be given for up to a year, and must be renewed for any continuing employment.
Some J-1 sponsors do not want their students to work since employment may delay completion of study, and/or because the student already receives sufficient funds for their needs during their study.
Conditions
- Student is in good academic standing
- Student continues to engage in a full course of study
- Employment must be authorized in advance by ISS
Limits
- Limited to no more than 20 hours per week during academic semester
- Over 20 hours per week during official school breaks
- Employment authorization is valid up to 12 months
- Employment automatically withdrawn if student’s program is transferred or terminated
