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Hands-on, mission-driven training in ethical AI and digital equity for F-1 students on Regular OPT (inside the U.S.). OPT is temporary work authorization directly related to your major, for up to 12 months; work may begin only after you receive your EAD and within authorized dates.
What is Optional Practical Training (OPT)?
What is Optional Practical Training (OPT)?
Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a temporary work authorization that must be directly related to an F-1 student’s major area of study.
Eligible students can apply to receive up to 12 months of part-time OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies (pre-completion) and/or after completing their academic studies (post-completion).
Eligibility & Compliance
To be eligible for OPT, you must be a degree-seeking F-1 student who is:
You are an F-1 degree-seeking student, in valid status, in good academic standing, physically present in the U.S., and your role is directly related to your major.
Reporting: Post-completion OPT students must report job information within 10 days; up to 90 days of unemployment is permitted.
STEM OPT: Not offered here. STEM OPT is a separate 24-month extension requiring an E-Verify employer plus I-983 training and 6-month validations. (If you need STEM OPT, consult your DSO.)
Program Snapshot
You can engage in OPT for a maximum of 12 months for each degree level you complete.
Format: Hybrid (Remote + NYC opportunities)
Duration: 3–6 months within your OPT period
Hours: 20–35 per week (weekly log required)
Compensation: Unpaid educational fellowship
Tracks: Product & Data • Learning & Well-Being • Governance & Ethics
Application
Email the following to opt@humainority.org (subject: “OPT Fellowship – [Your Name]”):
- Résumé (1–2 pages)
- Unofficial transcript or degree proof
- Brief intro: background, OPT start date, preferred track.
Interview
Selected candidates will be invited to a short virtual interview (and, if applicable, a brief skills/writing task). All communications will be handled via opt@humainority.org.
Processing Time
This program is highly sought after and receives many applications each cycle. We’re unable to respond to every submission individually.
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