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F-1 Employment authorization reminder
F-1 students can work on campus while enrolled at ASU. On-campus jobs give you valuable work experience and extra income to support your studies.
Important reminders about on-campus jobs:
- Apply for “on-campus jobs” through ASU’s job portal.
- When submitting your application in Workday, remember F-1 visa holders are eligible to work on campus because their immigration status provides sponsorship for these on-campus jobs.
- Note: Jobs with Education at Work are not considered on-campus employment.
On-campus work hour limits for F-1 students:
- During the fall and spring semesters, you cannot work more than 20 hours per week.
- The workweek is calculated Monday to Sunday, and hours cannot be averaged over a two-week pay period.
- Example: You cannot work 18 hours one week and 22 hours the next.
- For more details, visit ASU’s On-Campus Employment website.
Working off-campus without permission is not allowed
This includes unpaid internships and other unpaid roles. It also includes working at local businesses, such as restaurants, gas stations, or retail stores, even if the position is unpaid. Any off-campus employment without proper authorization may put your immigration status at risk. If you need permission to work off-campus, check our F-1 Off Campus Employment webpage for guidance.
Applying for a Social Security Number (SSN)
Once you’ve secured a job, you can apply for an SSN if you don’t already have one. An SSN is required to work in the U.S., but it does not allow you to work off-campus without work authorization.
Keep in mind:
You don’t need an SSN to open a bank account, rent an apartment, get a mobile phone plan, or apply for a credit card.