On-Campus Jobs
for International
Students

Want hands-on work experience while you study English in the US?
Students enrolled in the English Unlimited Intensive Course at LANGUAGE ON may be eligible for authorized on-campus employment when a position is available. Here’s how it works, and what to expect before you apply.

What On-Campus Jobs Look Like

When available, on-campus jobs for international students at LANGUAGE ON are connected to the services the school provides to its own students. These roles can include tasks like:

Front desk and reception support.

Assistance with school events and activities.

Administrative support for staff and departments.

Peer support for newer students, such as helping them settle in or navigate campus resources.

The specific roles available depend on the needs of each school at any given time.

What On-Campus Jobs Look Like

How On-Campus Employment Works

Eligible students may work up to 20 hours per week in on-campus jobs while classes are in session. This employment must be offered directly by the school and connected to student services.

Availability varies by location and academic term. Not every LANGUAGE ON school has open positions at all times, and on-campus employment is never guaranteed. Students interested in this option should speak with their school about what options may be currently available.

Are You Eligible?

To be considered for on-campus employment, students generally must:

Be enrolled in the English Unlimited Intensive Course at LANGUAGE ON

Hold valid F-1 status

Maintain good academic standing and attendance

Meeting these requirements does not guarantee a position, as openings depend on each school’s current needs.

On-campus employment options, when available, depend on the school you attend. LANGUAGE ON operates English
schools in several US cities throughout the United States, each with its own campus and student community:

Visit your school’s location page to learn more about the campus or explore our English course options
to find the program that fits your goals.

Can international students get on-campus jobs while studying English in the US?

F-1 students enrolled in the English Unlimited Intensive Course at LANGUAGE ON may work on campus if their school currently offers this option. This is different from the work options available to students in academic degree programs.

What is the difference between on-campus employment for language students and CPT or OPT for academic students?

CPT and OPT are work authorization options available to F-1 students in academic degree programs, and they can allow work related to a student’s field of study, sometimes off- campus. F-1 language students enrolled in a language training program, like those at LANGUAGE ON, are not eligible for CPT or OPT. Their only work option under US immigration regulations is on-campus employment related to the school’s student services, when the school offers it.

Is on-campus employment guaranteed for F-1 language students?

No. On-campus positions depend on availability at each school and are not guaranteed to any student.

How many hours can F-1 language students work on campus?

Up to 20 hours per week while school is in session, when a position is available.

What kind of on-campus jobs are available for language students?

Roles connected to the school’s student services, such as reception support, event assistance, administrative help, or peer support. Available roles vary by location.

Does on-campus employment differ between LANGUAGE ON locations?

Yes. Each school manages its own staffing needs, so availability, roles, and timing can differ by campus.

Can F-1 language students work off campus?

No. Under US immigration regulations, F-1 language students may generally not work off campus.

Next Steps

Ready to take the next step? Contact us and find the school that’s right for you.
If you are already a LANGUAGE ON student, speak with your student adviser about
whether on-campus jobs are currently available at your school.