Due to FERPA regulations the USA lacks a centralized student database for Optional Practical Training students because this law restricts access to student information. Employers and recruiters who want to connect with OPT students must use legal and effective strategies instead of accessing centered databases.

Candidates should look for OPT or F1 visa or CPT keywords alongside relevant job titles and skills on OPTnation » . Use location and education parameters to discover active international students who want employment.

The websites optnation.com and stemoptjob.com along with hireopt.com serve OPT students by providing them job-search platforms specifically designed for this administrative group. Senior students can submit their resumes through these platforms at the same time employers can post jobs while conducting candidate searches.

Universities enable their employer connections to view student resume databases along with job boards which include OPT students through their career services centers. Students pursue international career opportunities through their involvement with student organizations and career events and university networking activities.

You should build relationships with staffing agencies which specifically focus on international student recruitment. Following all U.S. employment regulations becomes mandatory for hiring OPT candidates.

The lack of a public OPT students database » does not limit your ability to find suitable talent through proper online tools and outreach initiatives.