Traveling internationally this summer? If you’re an F-1 or J-1 student or a J-1 scholar, make sure your travel signature is up to date before you go. Read on to find out if you need a new signature and how to get one. What’s a travel signature? The travel signature on page 2 of your I-20, or… read more
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J-1 Employment in the United States After Program Completion
Are you a J-1 exchange student wrapping up your last semester at UT Austin and considering an internship in the United States this summer? Or maybe you’re completing your Ph.D. and hoping to do a postdoc? Whether you’re here on a reciprocal exchange program or graduating with a UT Austin degree, J-1 Academic Training is the authorization you need to… read more
Need More Time to Graduate? Extend Your I-20 or DS-2019!
As you wrap up the spring semester, make sure your immigration documents don’t expire before you graduate. If you need extra time to finish your degree, here’s everything you need to know. Do I need to extend my I-20/DS-2019? Check the program end date on your I-20 or DS-2019. If it’s expiring in May 2026 and you need… read more
Employment Authorization for Summer Internships
Are you an F-1 or J-1 student with an internship offer this summer? If so, congratulations! Before you dive in, there’s one important step: Make sure you have the right employment authorization. Here’s everything you need to know. What kind of authorization do I need for an off-campus internship? It… read more
Navigating U.S. Tax Season!
As we begin the filing season for 2025 taxes, we want to help you understand your tax obligations and feel confident about the process. Whether this is your first tax season in the United States or you’ve filed before, International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) provides tax-related resources to help… read more
Start Preparing Now for Employment After Graduation
Are you graduating this semester? Or are you an exchange student in your final semester? If so, it’s time to start thinking about your post-completion employment plans in the United States. Yes, we know: It’s only February — but when it comes to working in the U.S., you really… read more
Need More Time to Graduate? Extend Your I-20 or DS-2019!
As the fall semester winds down, there’s one important thing to check off your list: Make sure your immigration document doesn’t expire before you graduate. If you need extra time to complete your degree, here’s everything you need to know about extending your I-20 or DS-2019. Do I need to… read more
Traveling Internationally? Check Your Travel Signature First!
Greetings from International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)! With fall and winter breaks around the corner, we want to make sure you are prepared for any international travel plans ahead. Don’t forget your travel signature! What is a Travel Signature? All F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors need a travel… read more
Got Travel Plans? Get Travel Signatures!
Greetings from International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)! We hope you’re enjoying the summer, wherever you may be spending it. For those outside the United States, we’re sharing this gentle reminder that when you head back to campus to resume your studies, you will need a travel signature on your… read more
Extend Your I-20 or DS-2019
It is your responsibility as an F-1/J-1 student to ensure that your immigration documents accurately reflect your current academic program. Please keep an eye on the status of your I-20 or DS-2019 forms to keep them valid, using the information below. Do I need an I-20/DS-2019 extension? Please review your… read more