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ISO Holiday Open House
Every day until Friday, December 21
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For a break, stop by and relax at our annual Holiday Open House, open daily from 9am to 4pm until Friday, December 21. Homemade hot apple cider and treats!
Enjoy the winter break! We will return with our weekly notices starting in January.
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The ISO wanted to remind all members of the MIT community to beware of being a target of a scam, whether by email, phone, or by postal mail. The holidays are a common period given that we may be buying items more frequently – and scammers take advantage of this time.
In recent weeks, we have heard from students and colleagues who have been contacted by a few common scams, so we wanted to provide a warning to you about the following scam scenarios. Please go to our website for more information about the different scams and 3 steps for how to protect yourself.
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DON'T FORGET: Get a travel signature if needed, and bring your ORIGINAL I-20 or DS-2019 with you while traveling!
See the ISO webpage on entering U.S. borders for detailed information about returning to the US and what documents you should carry with you upon entry (Note: It typically takes 2 business days to process travel signatures at the ISO).
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ISO CLOSED - Monday-Tuesday, December 24-25, 2018
ISO CLOSED - Monday-Tuesday, December 31 - January 1, 2018
The ISO, and most MIT offices, will be closed on Monday-Tuesday, December 24 and 25, and Monday-Tuesday, December 31-January 1. The ISO will be open regular office hours for walk-ins, from 9:00 am-4:00 pm, December 26-28 and from January 2 onward during IAP.
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If you plan to do an off-campus internship or work experience during IAP or the spring term, work authorization is required! Sign up for a weekly employment session on iMIT to find out about off-campus work options. Plan 4 to 6 months ahead! Learn more about off-campus work options on our website.
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For the month of January, take advantage of the Independent Activities Period (IAP)!
ISO-sponsored IAP event:
Working After Graduation: Immigration Concerns
Thursday, Jan 31
11am-12:30pm in 10-250
Iandoli Desai & Cronin P.C., Boston Law Firm, specializing in immigration, will present a seminar focusing on rules regulating employment opportunities after graduation for international graduates.
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The ISO would like to hear from you! What are some confusing/surprising phrases or aspects of American culture that you would like clarified?
Please fill out this google FORM and let us know your thoughts. We may feature these in a future "Culture Thursday" post on Facebook!
Happy Holidays!
Check out our Culture Thursday Facebook post from November 30 to find out about some of the major winter holidays celebrated in the US: Hannukah, Christmas, & Kwanzaa
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ISO Events
ISO Holiday Open House: Every day until Dec 21 (F); 9a-4p
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Searching for anything MIT? Start here first!
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MIT Career Advising & Professional Development
Schedule career appointments year-round for in-depth discussions about your future plans. This might include self-assessment, career exploration, internship or job search strategies, resume/cover letter or other professional document reviews, mock interviews, networking strategies, negotiation, and more.Career Advising & Professional Development guides all students as they explore and prepare for careers and health professions.
Book an appointment
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Past ISO Event Photos & Slides
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International Students Office
77 Massachusetts Ave
Building E18, Room 219 (E18-219)
Cambridge, MA 02139
Email: iso-help@mit.edu
Phone: (617) 253-3795
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