International Student Employment

Employment for F-1 Students

A student in F-1 status at the University of Dubuque has limited opportunity for employment:

1. On-Campus Employment: You may work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) during the fall and spring semesters and full-time (up to 40 hours per week) during winter break and summer holidays if your I-20 is valid, you are in good academic standing, and you are enrolled full time.
To find what jobs are available, contact Student Employment, x3169, located on the third floor of the new Myers Teaching and Administrative Center (Before you can be paid by the University of Dubuque, you will need a Social Security card.)

Social Security Card: To apply for a social security card, you must bring your I-20, passport with I-94, a letter from your employer stating that you are employed, and proof of employment (our local office accepts a signed timesheet) to the local Social Security Office, located at 1635 Associates Drive, Suite 101, Dubuque, IA 52002-2279. There is no charge for the card, and if your I-94 number is registered, you should receive the card in about two weeks.
You can download the social security card application form from this website:
http://www.ssa.gov/online/ss-5.pdf

2. Optional Practical Training: After you finish your studies at the University of Dubuque, you may apply to the USCIS for up to 12 months of Optional Practical Training authorization to accept employment related to your field of study. For more information, please contact the International Studies Office.

3. Other Employment Questions: Please contact the International Studies Office.