November 2023

In the wake of the vibrant AWS re: Invent 2023, where innovation and technological advancements took center stage, this edition of our newsletter brings to the fore crucial insights and developments.

In this edition, we focus on the crucial link between OPT and H-1B Visas, showing how F-1 students use work opportunities in their fields to transition to more permanent visas. We'll also examine the advantages of hiring OPT/CPT holders, underlining their contribution to an organization's diversity and competitiveness. Join us as we weave through these compelling narratives, offering you the insights and tools to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving job market and technological landscape.

For many international students, the OPT program serves as an important bridge between academic life and professional career development in the U.S., providing opportunities while navigating regulatory nuances. OPT can pave the way for future H-1B visa sponsorship.

• OPT Overview: OPT allows F-1 students to work up to 12 months in fields related to their study. STEM students can extend this by 24 months, totaling 36 months of employment opportunity.

Transition to H-1B Visa:

• Employment Requirement: Students must find a job related to their field of study, which is crucial for H-1B sponsorship.
• H-1B Eligibility: OPT allows for building professional relationships that can lead to H-1B visa sponsorship, which requires a bachelor's degree minimum.
• Application Process: For H-1B applications, employers must file LCA and I-129 petitions. The H-1B is subject to an annual cap and lottery selection.

Advantages and Considerations:

• F-1 with OPT: OPT offers temporary U.S. residency and work authorization while maintaining student status.
• H-1B Visa Benefits: Provides an extended U.S. stay(3-6 years, extendable), potential for permanent residency, and allows family.

In an increasingly globalized economy, tapping into the potential of international students on OPT and CPT visas not only offers a strategic advantage for innovation and expansion but also significantly enriches an organization's diversity and competitiveness.

• Diversity as a business strategy: International students represent a myriad of cultural, racial, linguistic, and national diversities. Diverse teams are shown to drive innovation and produce 19% more revenue than their non-diverse counterparts.
• OPT: A gateway to practical experience: For F-1 students OPT offers 12 months of work authorization to align studies with industry needs, ensuring immediate job readiness.
• Diversity-driven talent and client relations: A racially and ethnically diverse workforce improves talent recruitment, retention, and client relations. Companies with high diversity are 35% more likely to outperform in finances.
• STEM OPT extension:? Students with STEM degrees can apply for a 24-month extension of their post-completion OPT. This extension further enhances the duration through which organizations can benefit from specialized STEM skills.
• Minimal paperwork: The hiring process requires minimal paperwork from employers, handled mostly by students and educational institutions.We are hiring: Apply Today

As Amazon's AWS Re: Invent event completes, the spotlight shines on a groundbreaking innovation set to redefine cloud computing: Amazon Q. This AI-powered chatbot, poised to redefine cloud management, stands as a beacon of innovation.?

Transformative Potential of Amazon Q:

• AI-Powered Expertise- Trained on 17 years of AWS knowledge, Q provides nuanced understanding and solutions for AWS-related queries.
• Customization and Integration- Amazon Q tailors itself to your business and integrates with apps like Salesforce, Gmail, and Amazon S3, enhancing its understanding of your operations.

Impact and Benefits:

• Enhanced Decision-Making: Q analyzes data and suggests AWS solutions for app workloads and troubleshoots network issues.
• Streamlined Operations: It automates tasks like service tickets, dashboard updates, and software tests, streamlining workflows.

Enhancing Cloud Computing Experience:

• Business Intelligence Integration: Q integrates with Amazon's QuickSight for enhanced analytics and data security, ensuring privacy and compliance.
• Data Privacy and Security: Amazon Q prioritizes data privacy and offers secure interactions without using customer data for training.
• Practical Business Applications: Q facilitates various tasks through natural prompts, such as content transformation and analysis.

• Effortless Integration: Amazon Q seamlessly integrates with systems like ServiceNow, Jira, and Salesforce, and offers a web-based preview for controlled testing and deployment

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