With my personal experience, I'm writing this post, " Off-campus job are illegal👮for F-1 students in USA ." As an international students, you can't work off-campus ( Ref: USCIS norms ), and unfortunately most of our Indian students working for Restaurants for low wages and CASH only jobs. I'm trying to describe, what are the consequences you might face during off-campus jobs. It's known fact by ICE or Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or USCIS. However, they will not take any action unless complaint raises by someone. 👀 Ever wondered how restaurant owners treat their employees, especially immigrants? 💭 If you’re considering working in a restaurant, read this before making a decision! 📌 My Experience with Three Telugu-Owned Restaurants Over a few interactions with restaurant owners, I realized that working in a restaurant as an immigrant is not as easy as it seems . The experience was nothing short of an interrogation session rather than a job dis...
From my perspective, the journey of F-1 students in the United States after graduation can often feel like navigating a complex illusion or a challenging reality. The purpose of this post is to shed light on the experiences and realities faced by international students, particularly those pursuing a Master’s degree in the U.S. This post is intended as an educational resource for prospective students who are considering pursuing higher education in the United States. My goal is to share insights and perspectives to help others make informed decisions about their academic and professional journeys. These insights are based on my personal experiences in the U.S. I arrived in the USA in August 2021, part of the post-COVID-19 batch pursuing an MS in Data Science at the University at Buffalo. Many of my family, friends, and colleagues had made this journey long before me, but I noticed that some of the challenges they faced were never discussed openly in blogs or media. During my maste...