PURPOSE: The information collection on this form is used to assist in the administration of the STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) extension so that Designated School Officials (DSO) can properly recommend the Student for and review and help coordinate his …

Jan 13, 2025 · As part of the STEM OPT extension, employers must complete the appropriate parts of Form I-983, Training Plan for STEM OPT Students. In this form, employers attest that: They have enough resources and trained personnel available to appropriately train the student;

A STEM OPT student and their employer must obtain, complete and sign the Form I-983 before the student may apply for a STEM OPT extension. The STEM OPT student and their employer must work together to complete the Form I-983. A properly completed Form I-983 must explain:

Completing the Form I‐983: Training Plan for STEM OPT Students . Nonimmigrant students participating in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) extension of optional practical training (OPT) and their employers are subject to the terms of the Form I‐

DHS requires that the STEM OPT student and employer work together to complete the Form I-983. Properly completing this form will successfully document the relationship between the STEM OPT opportunity, the academic degree received and the learning objectives of the F-1 student.

Students and their employers must complete, and sign Form I-983 and submit it to the student’s DSO. More information can be found on the Study in the States website, including a pdf version of Form I-983 and instructions for the form.

ICE Form I-983 (7/16) Page 1 of 5 DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement TRAINING PLAN FOR STEM OPT STUDENTS OMB APPROVAL NO. 1653-0054 EXPIRATION DATE: 5/31/2025 Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Optional Practical Training (OPT) SECTION 1: STUDENT …

The formal training plan, Form I-983, must clearly articulate the STEM OPT student’s learning objectives and affirm the employer’s commitment to helping the student achieve those objectives. To fulfill this

Before applying to USCIS for a STEM OPT extension, a STEM OPT student must download, complete, sign and submit the Form I-983 to their DSO. The STEM OPT student and their prospective employer must work together to complete this form.

Sep 18, 2023 · The Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) updated the Form I-983, “Training Plan for STEM OPT Students,” to remove language requiring wet signatures. Students and employers may continue to physically sign the Form I …