A student in valid F-1 status may engage in on-campus employment. F-1 students may work no more than 20 hours per week while school is in session. However, employment may be full-time during official school breaks or vacations, such as the summer session.  On-campus employment is work performed on the premises of Georgetown University. This includes employment with Georgetown University, the Medical Center or any on-location commercial firms which provide direct services for students on campus, such as the Marriott cafeterias. It does not, however, include employment on the school's premises with commercial firms that provide indirect services to students, such as employment with a firm constructing a new building on campus.

Important Note: Approval for on-campus employment is automatically withdrawn if the student's program is completed or terminated.

Obtaining On-Campus Employment Authorization

Students in F-1 status with a valid I-20 Form issued by Georgetown University must complete the Verification of Eligibility for On-Campus Employment Request Form in order to receive employment authorization.  Return the completed form along with a photocopy of your I-20 Form and a photocopy of both sides of your I-94 card to OIP (2nd Floor Poulton Hall).  Please allow at least 3 days for processing.

Students will also need to apply for a Social Security number from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Georgetown's Payroll Office will not issue paychecks to students who are unable to provide verification of immigration status and either a valid Social Security number or evidence of having filed for a Social Security number.  For information on payment before you receive your Social Security card, visit the Georgetown University Tax Accounting website.

An F-1 student may be able to reduce or eliminate his/her tax obligations if the United States has negotiated a tax treaty with his/her country of citizenship. Please contact the Georgetown Unviersity Tax Accounting Office to set up an appointment to determine your eligibility and complete the necessary forms.

This section summarizes on-campus employment regulations for non-immigrants in F-1 student status. Students may obtain more detailed information regarding employment regulations from their IS Advisor.