For international students interested in gaining work experience, exploring career options, or maybe securing permanent residency in certain nations, these PSW offers represent excellent opportunities. The precise rules and circumstances of each program, including eligibility requirements, application processes, and any changes in immigration policies, must be understood by students, though.
Here's an overview of the PSW (Post-Study Work) offers for international students in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand:
United Kingdom (UK):
The UK offers the Graduate Route, which allows international students who have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree to stay and work in the UK for up to two years (or three years for PhD graduates). Students need to have a valid Tier 4 student visa and must have completed their degree at a recognized institution.
United States of America (USA):
The USA does not have a specific nationwide PSW program for international students. However, after completing their studies, international students may be eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT), which allows them to work in the US for up to 12 months (or 36 months for STEM graduates). OPT provides an opportunity to gain practical work experience in the field of study.
Canada:
Canada offers the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), which allows international students who have completed a program of study at a designated learning institution to work in Canada for up to three years. The length of the work permit depends on the duration of the study program completed.
Australia:
Australia offers the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) for international students. Under this visa, there are two streams: the Graduate Work stream, which allows international students to work for up to 18 months, and the Post-Study Work stream, which allows graduates of higher education degrees to work for two to four years, depending on their level of qualification.
New Zealand:
New Zealand offers the Post-Study Work Visa (open) for international students. Under this visa, students who have completed a qualification at Level 7 or above can work in New Zealand for up to three years. The duration of the visa depends on the level of qualification achieved.
