Part one of term paper
"Why should I hire you? You are an international student . . . a foreigner in our country. Why shouldn't I hire an American for this job?" International students who apply for practical training or work authorization due to economic hardship often tell me they wonder how they should answer these type of questions. Even when they are not ver ...

Part two of term paper
... as a strength and asset! The American job market values the ability of workers who can be flexible, adjust to new circumstances without losing their effectiveness, and meet new challenges with confidence. As an international student you have proven that you have this ability. Finishing a degree in the U.S. has required you to make major cultural adjustments, to adapt to a very different environment, and to meet new challenges with confidence. It is not easy to earn a degree in another culture usin ...