On Campus Employment for F-1

On Campus Employment

Overview 

To work on campus, you can request the On-campus Verification Letter from the International Students & Scholars Office. On-campus work includes work at any City University of New York (CUNY) institution and affiliate. Before you start working, make sure you request the On-campus Verification Letter.

To be eligible to work On- campus, you must:

1. 1. Your work for any City University of New York (CUNY) institution and affiliate
   2. You must hold a valid F-1 Visa/Immigration Status.
   3. You must be enrolled at Queens College full-time.
   4. You must be in good academic standing and not be working illegally.

How many hours can I work on campus?

• • • For F-1 International Students, on-campus work authorization is valid for part-time employment (20 hours or less per week) during fall and spring semesters and full-time employment (40 hours a week) during school holidays and summer recess.
    • On-campus employment authorization must be renewed each semester.

First-time students without a Social Security Number: 

1. 1. Complete the Social Security request form in the ISS virtual office HERE
   2. Have a copy of the employer letter ready to upload to the form
   3. Read our Social Security Number (SSN) page for instructions on applying for a Social Security Number.

After you complete the steps above, our office will send you an email with your Employment Verification for your employer and a date for you to pick up the social security letter and your I-20.

On-Campus Verification for Returning Students:

If you have a social security number and only need an On-Campus Verification Letter from the International Students and Scholars office, you can do the following:

Complete the Social Security request form in the ISS virtual office HERE.  Select Renewed Work Authorization Letter on question 7 if you already have a social security card.