{"id":2258,"date":"2025-06-06T11:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-06T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/?p=2258"},"modified":"2025-06-05T13:06:35","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T07:36:35","slug":"pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"Pace University Internships and Co-ops: Opportunities for Practical Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>At Pace University, internships and co-ops are more than just resume fillers. They play a key role in preparing students for real-world careers, especially in NYC\u2019s competitive market.<em> <\/em>This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about Pace University internships and co-ops and how you can apply and make the most of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Pace_University_Internships_for_International_Students\" title=\"Pace University Internships for International Students\">Pace University Internships for International Students<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Community_Impact_Summer_Internships_Work_with_Nonprofits_in_NYC\" title=\"Community Impact Summer Internships: Work with Nonprofits in NYC\">Community Impact Summer Internships: Work with Nonprofits in NYC<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#What_Skills_Youll_Build\" title=\"What Skills You\u2019ll Build\">What Skills You\u2019ll Build<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Stipend\" title=\"Stipend\">Stipend<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Who_Can_Apply_for_Community_Impact_Internships\" title=\"Who Can Apply for Community Impact Internships?\">Who Can Apply for Community Impact Internships?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Begin_Your_Application\" title=\"Begin Your Application\">Begin Your Application<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Wilson_Center_Funded_Summer_Internships_Try_Out_the_Career_You_Dream_Of\" title=\"Wilson Center Funded Summer Internships: Try Out the Career You Dream Of\">Wilson Center Funded Summer Internships: Try Out the Career You Dream Of<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Hands-on_Roles_You_Can_Expect\" title=\"Hands-on Roles You Can Expect\">Hands-on Roles You Can Expect<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Duration_and_Pay_Details\" title=\"Duration and Pay Details\">Duration and Pay Details<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Check_If_Youre_Eligible\" title=\"Check If You\u2019re Eligible\">Check If You\u2019re Eligible<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#How_to_Secure_a_Wilson_Center_Internship\" title=\"How to Secure a Wilson Center Internship\">How to Secure a Wilson Center Internship<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#INSPIRE_Program_Your_Internship_Gateway_at_Pace_University\" title=\"INSPIRE Program: Your Internship Gateway at Pace University\">INSPIRE Program: Your Internship Gateway at Pace University<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Why_International_Students_Should_Join_INSPIRE\" title=\"Why International Students Should Join INSPIRE\">Why International Students Should Join INSPIRE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#How_to_Enroll_in_the_INSPIRE_Program\" title=\"How to Enroll in the INSPIRE Program\">How to Enroll in the INSPIRE Program<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Pace_Co-op_Program_Earn_While_You_Learn\" title=\"Pace Co-op Program: Earn While You Learn\">Pace Co-op Program: Earn While You Learn<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Who_Should_Consider_This\" title=\"Who Should Consider This?\">Who Should Consider This?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Co-op_Program_How_to_Begin_Your_Application\" title=\"Co-op Program: How to Begin Your Application\">Co-op Program: How to Begin Your Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Internship_CPT_Guidelines\" title=\"Internship &amp; CPT Guidelines\">Internship &amp; CPT Guidelines<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Can_international_students_get_internship_opportunities\" title=\"Can international students get internship opportunities?\">Can international students get internship opportunities?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#What_are_the_career_services_available_at_Pace_University\" title=\"What are the career services available at Pace University?\">What are the career services available at Pace University?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Where_can_I_find_internship_openings\" title=\"Where can I find internship openings?\">Where can I find internship openings?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university-internships-and-co-ops-opportunities-for-practical-experience\/#Are_internships_competitive\" title=\"Are internships competitive?\">Are internships competitive?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pace_University_Internships_for_International_Students\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Pace University Internships for International Students<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pace University students can apply for internship opportunities through Community Impact, INSPIRE, and Wilson Center Funded Summer Internships. Let&#8217;s discuss these Pace University internships in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Community_Impact_Summer_Internships_Work_with_Nonprofits_in_NYC\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Community Impact Summer Internships: Work with Nonprofits in NYC<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This internship gives students the opportunity to work for nonprofit organizations <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/popular-stem-courses-at-pace-university-for-international-students\/\">funded by Pace University<\/a> in NYC. These Pace University internships help students secure a paid position while learning and contributing to the growth of the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Skills_Youll_Build\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>What Skills You\u2019ll Build<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Interns will get practical exposure by taking on roles such as volunteer coordination, data collection for community outreach, and public relations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students can network directly with social entrepreneurs and other <strong>Pace University<\/strong> alumni working in community development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Their direct involvement in initiatives like organizing public awareness campaigns allows interns to make a difference in society.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stipend\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Stipend<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>$19 per hour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to $6,000 total<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Can_Apply_for_Community_Impact_Internships\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Who Can Apply for Community Impact Internships?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Only a student of<strong> Pace University<\/strong> can apply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must complete at least one internship prep program, such as ASPIRE, INSPIRE, or ASPIRE: Express Pass.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You should use the <strong>Pace University <\/strong>resume template and get it approved by a career counselor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Begin_Your_Application\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Begin Your Application<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pace University internship<\/strong> opportunities will be posted on the <strong>Handshake portal<\/strong> in the Spring semester.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before you apply, carefully check the graduation requirements and location and modalities, whether it&#8217;s an on-site, hybrid, or remote role.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After reviewing applications, selected students will be called for an interview, and <strong>Pace University<\/strong> will let them know about their internship offer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wilson_Center_Funded_Summer_Internships_Try_Out_the_Career_You_Dream_Of\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Wilson Center Funded Summer Internships: Try Out the Career You Dream Of<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This summer internship program selects 10 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/study-abroad\/top-reasons-students-choose-pace-university-for-their-education\/\">Pace University students<\/a> every year and helps them receive a full-time internship opportunity in non-profit organizations and social enterprises in NYC. Students who are interested in areas like research, teaching, media, community relations, public programs, and science education can apply for this internship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hands-on_Roles_You_Can_Expect\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Hands-on Roles You Can Expect<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Interns can sharpen their skills by teaching in the classroom, assisting with media campaigns, or supporting research projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students will not only observe and learn. They\u2019ll also build expertise by planning lessons, conducting surveys for research or managing the social media accounts of the organization.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Duration_and_Pay_Details\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Duration and Pay Details<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Duration: <\/strong>8 weeks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hours:<\/strong> 280 hours in total (35\/week)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pay: <\/strong>$19 per hour<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_If_Youre_Eligible\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Check If You\u2019re Eligible<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You must be a current Pace University student and should graduate only <strong>after December 2025<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All undergraduates, graduates, and international students can apply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Secure_a_Wilson_Center_Internship\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>How to Secure a Wilson Center Internship<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Browse internship openings on the Handshake portal using the keyword<strong> \u201cWilson Ctr. Funded.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need to upload your latest resume and CV, and if you need help with that, you can visit Pace Career Services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INSPIRE_Program_Your_Internship_Gateway_at_Pace_University\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>INSPIRE Program: Your Internship Gateway at Pace University<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The INSPIRE Program is exclusively designed for international students to prepare them for internship and CPT programs. Completing your INSPIRE program in your first semester will qualify you for more paid opportunities like Community Impact Funded Internships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_International_Students_Should_Join_INSPIRE\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Why International Students Should Join INSPIRE<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To become strong applicants, international students will receive personalized feedback on their resumes and get trained through mock interview sessions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students will earn a digital certification badge to showcase on their LinkedIn and resume.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This program is a gateway for 1000 more internship and job opportunities, and it gives you access to various career fairs, employer events, and alumni mentorship programs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Enroll_in_the_INSPIRE_Program\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>How to Enroll in the INSPIRE Program<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1: Find Your Community<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the Career Communities page.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore the different communities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join at least one to start receiving internship and job updates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2: Plan and Prepare<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn how to gain experience as an international student<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get help with:<\/strong><ul><li>Resume building<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>Interview Preparation<\/li><\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>LinkedIn and Handshake profile setup<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> <strong>Connect and Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start searching for internships and full-time jobs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pace_Co-op_Program_Earn_While_You_Learn\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Pace Co-op Program: Earn While You Learn<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pace University\u2019s Co-ops Program gives students hands-on learning experiences through co-op jobs, community service, and networking opportunities with alumni.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Should_Consider_This\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Who Should Consider This?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To apply for the co-op program, you must be an F-1 visa holder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full-time enrollment is required:<ul><li>12 credits for undergraduates<\/li><\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>9 credits for graduates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Co-op_Program_How_to_Begin_Your_Application\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Co-op Program: How to Begin Your Application<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Complete INSPIRE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finish all three steps of the INSPIRE Program and log in to Handshake to explore available roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Speak to Career Counselor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meet with a counselor to begin the CPT Employment Verification Form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Submit CPT Verification Form<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your Career Counselor will guide you through submitting this form to ISS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Receive CPT I-20 from ISS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ISS will provide you with a CPT Confirmation Form and will send you a new CPT I-20.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Only start working after I-20 approval<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not begin your internship until your new Form I-20 is approved by your supervisor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Internship_CPT_Guidelines\"><\/span><a><\/a><strong>Internship &amp; CPT Guidelines<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Field relevance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The internship you are choosing must be relevant to your field.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Duration:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Spring\/Fall: 12 weeks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Summer: 8 weeks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Working hours:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>During Semester: 20 hours per week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>During Vacation: 40 hours per week<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you\u2019re a Graduate Assistant working 20 hours a week on campus, you can\u2019t work off-campus. But you can balance it by splitting your time with 10 hours on-campus and 10 hours off-campus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember that Part-time CPT has no time limit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>12 months of full-time CPT disqualifies you from OPT.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/university\/Pace-University\">Pace University<\/a> <\/strong>also offers various on-campus work-study opportunities for international students, such as teaching and research assistantships. Don\u2019t miss out on new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university\/how-scholarships-at-pace-university-can-make-your-dreams-a-reality\/\">opportunities at Pace University<\/a> that are designed to equip you with the tools, guidance, and experience needed to succeed in your career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Feeling Lost About the Process?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not sure where to start, whether it is picking the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/popular-stem-courses-at-pace-university-for-international-students\/\">right program<\/a>, understanding CPT, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/top-scholarships-for-pace-university-students-in-2025\/\">finding funding<\/a>, HelloUni\u2019s team is here to guide you every step of the way. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/\">HelloUni<\/a> makes the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellouni.org\/blogs\/usa-university\/pace-university\/navigating-the-admission-process-for-stem-programs-at-pace-university\/\">admissions journey<\/a> simpler by connecting you with official university representatives for personalized support and smooth communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1749108669403\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_international_students_get_internship_opportunities\"><\/span><strong>Can international students get internship opportunities?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes! Once you have completed your INSPIRE Program, you can apply for internships as an international student.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1749108680380\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_career_services_available_at_Pace_University\"><\/span><strong>What are the career services available at Pace University?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Pace University conducts various job fairs and assists you with resume writing. 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