Employment Information

International Services Office

Scripps Research graduate students engage in “on-campus employment” at Scripps Research for the duration of the graduate program. Scripps Research graduate students in F-1 or J-1 visa status cannot work outside of Scripps Research during their degree program. International students may apply for work authorization prior to completing their program, which will be valid for employment after program completion. Employment authorization is a complex area. It’s a good idea to contact your International Student Advisor in your last year of study, to discuss your options for post-graduate employment.

F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT)

F-1 STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT)

J-1 Academic Training