Welcome to your guide to the International Student Job Search, with resources for both US and international job searches.
Learn from Sloanies on this Career Path
My Path from Consulting to a Strategy Internship in the U.S. Consumer Industry by Beatriz Sofal, MBA 26
Cracking the Code: Recruiting as an International Student in the US by Carl Becker, MBA 25
More Perspectives on the US Job Search
Career Considerations for International Students
August 26, 2026
More Resources
- MIT CAPD’s Job Search Tips for International Students
- Job Search Tips for International Students (updated 1/2026)
Review Key Immigration Resources
The International Students Office (ISO) serves all incoming and currently enrolled international students at the Institute.
Search Companies Hiring International Students for US Roles
Explore Companies Hiring for International/Global Roles
- MBA ‘Peer School’ Lists: Companies Hiring for International Roles
- MBA Exchange – Job Board – Includes global job and internship opportunities for master’s-level business candidates.
- MBA Exchange – Online Talent Events – Explore master’s-level job opportunities in destinations like Australia, Canada, and Switzerland.
- Resource: GlobeSmart – Enhance cultural awareness and communication in a global environment. Culture Guides for 99 countries.
Guidance for Entrepreneurial/Startup Paths
- ISO: Guidelines for International Students Pursuing Startups
- Startups that Sponsor – Megalist (created by Alma)
Make Connections to Support Your Career Journey
- Student Employment Directories – Search for classmates + alums by company + industry
- Alumni Directories
- Career Central – Find company contacts
- More ways to find contacts
Job Boards
- Career Central – Search jobs posted for candidates in MIT Sloan’s portfolio of programs.
- MBA Exchange Job Board – US and Global Career Opportunities.
- MBA Exchange – Leadership Development Programs List – US + Global leadership development and/or rotational programs.
- Handshake – Review jobs posted at CAPD for all MIT students – undergraduate, masters, and PhD-level roles.
- More Job + Internship Sites – Job boards across MIT and targeted industry and internship job board, including Non-US and Global Job Boards.
Ready to interview? See Top Interview Tools by Industry.
Talk with Someone About Your Career Plans
CDO’s career advisors and coaches are a great place to start your journey. As you gain more clarity, connect with MIT Sloan Industry Advisors and other members of the community who might be a source of information and leads for your next step.
- Career Advising + Coaching – Book an appointment: MBA/LGO/MSMS | MFin | MBAn | SFMBA| EMBA
- Sloan Industry Advisors – Connect with these MIT Sloan Alumni who can offer industry-specific guidance on your search.
- Explore Your Network – Resources for contacts across MIT and MIT Sloan.
