SPU International Student Resources

SPU International Student Resources
SPU Resources
Admissions – Undergraduate Admissions for International Students (freshmen and transfer students) offers information,
support and connections to on-campus services. Check out Frequently Asked Questions here.
Student Academic Services – Once you are enrolled, Student Academic Services offers help with academic planning, and
services to assist you with your non-immigrant status including VISA status, Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and
Optional Practical Training (OPT) authorizations, cultural adjustment, and general support.
Center for Learning – Provides guidance and resources to support students’ academic success. Meet 1:1 or with a group
for study skills coaching, tutoring, study tables, writing support, and more.
Center for Career & Calling – Career Counselors assist international students with discernment of calling, choice of
major, career exploration, internship and job search strategies, interviewing skills, and development of résumés, cover
letters, Linked profiles, etc. International students are encouraged to attend employer events including Meet Ups, Treks
and Career Fairs to learn about U.S. employers and potential opportunities.
SPU Clubs – SPU has a broad range of student clubs, including many with an ethnic and/or cultural focus. Some include:
Le Cercle Francais, Russian Club, Asian American Association, Vietnamese Student Association, Black Student Union,
Filipino American Student Association (FASA), International Student Club, Mosaic, SALSA, and Korean Student
Association.

Job Search & Networking Resources
Going Global –Going Global provides constantly-updated career and employment resources for 30 countries, and a
variety of U.S. cities. Resources include: work permit/visa regulations, resume/cv writing guidelines, employment
trends, professional and social networking groups, interview and cultural advice.
LinkedIn.com – The world’s largest professional network: 300 million strong. The Alumni Tool, and the Field of Study
Explorer can put you in touch with professionals in your field of interest for informational interviews, potential
internships and jobs.
The Seattle Networking Guide – Seattle area professional associations with an international focus. Students are often
welcome to attend professional association meetings and can make connections with employers in their fields of
interest by networking at these events.
My Visa Jobs.com – Employment website for international candidates. Research employers who have filed H-1B visa
applications and are likely to be open to hiring international students.

Seattle Area Resources
ISI Seattle – International Students, Inc. is an interdenominational organization supported by local churches and
individuals that offers support and resources to international students.
Seattle International Students – Works with students one-one-one to help them with whatever they need prior to arrival
and during their stay. Services are available for a fee.