Employment due to severe economic hardship . To apply for employment due to severe economic hardship, you must show that you have explored all the other possibilities mentioned above. The academic training option is like the CPT for F-1 students. It provides you the opportunity to complement your degree program with employment experience relevant to your field of study. However, you may take advantage of academic training during school or after graduation.
Time limitations apply.
D students may be eligible for 36 months of academic training. Scholarship, fellowship, or assistantship. This category applies to on-campus work in which you are employed by your university. Additional documentation isn't required, but talk to your adviser to be clear on your employment rights and responsibilities. On-campus employment unrelated to your field of study.