EducationUK Guidance Counsellor Handbook_US version 2014-2015 Handbook: USA Version

40 College and University Guidance Counselor Handbook College and University Guidance Counselor Handbook Advertisement Notes Working while you study International students can work typically work up to 20 hours per week during term time and full-time during vacation periods on a Tier 4 (General) Student Visa. Some degree programs offer paid internships as part of the course, and most Students’ Unions have a JobShop helping students find part-time jobs. Students can work on-campus and off-campus. Students will need to apply for a national insurance number during orientation. From 1st October 2014 the minimum wage in the UK is: • Age 18-20 £5.13 ($8.50) • Age 21+ £6.50 ($10.55) Many UK universities offer work placements as part of their degree programs. These are often incorporated into students regular course load and students will usually be paid for placements over four weeks in duration. International students can participate in term-time work placements and receive an income. Many programs allow students to work a year in industry as part of their program. Students receive a salary for these positions. Work is full-time and international students can participate on a student visa. 41

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