STEM OPT Extension | Rapid-Fire Wednesdays | 05.07 (055)

In this episode of Rapid-Fire Wednesdays, WR Partners Kimberley Best Robidoux and Miki Matrician walk through the ins and outs of the STEM OPT extension process for F-1 students and the employers who support them. Our fire-twins explain how STEM OPT differs from regular OPT, what E-Verify really involves, and how to properly complete the all-important Form I-983 Training Plan. The duo also highlight key employer responsibilities including student evaluations, tracking six-month validations, and staying ready for unannounced government site visits. Packed with essential guidance and tips, this session is a must-watch for HR professionals and global mobility teams navigating STEM OPT sponsorship and compliance. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 02:01 - Understanding Optional Practical Training (OPT) & STEM OPT 04:08 - Employer Sponsorship & E-Verify Requirements 07:51 - Compliance & Audit Requirements for Employers 10:45 - Transitioning Between Employers on STEM OPT 11:20 - Closing F-1 Visa Revocations & SEVIS Terminations Episode:    • F-1 Visa Revocations & SEVIS Terminations ...   Episode Recap Transcriptions:   / rapid-fire-wednesdays-recap-71813487358959...   Follow WR Immigration on LinkedIn:   / wrimmigration   Contact Kimberley Best Robidoux:   / kimberleybestrobidoux   Contact Miki Kawashima Matrician:   / miki-kawashima-matrician-92812a15   This does not constitute legal advice and is for informational purposes only. For legal opinions or questions pertaining to your specific case, please schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys or contact your WR Immigration case team. www.wolfsdorf.com | [email protected] © 2025 Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP (WR Immigration). All rights reserved. Information may not be reproduced, displayed, modified, or distributed without the express prior written permission of Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP. For permission, contact: [email protected]