<p>happymomof1 is right - there are a number of scenarios under which F-1 students are allowed to work legally. For example, any F-1 student may work part-time on campus without any extra work authorization and any F-1 student may apply for a work authorization for several months' worth of off-campus internships relevant to her academic program ("optional practical training"). </p>
<p>I believe that H-4 visas do not allow you to work under any circumstances, but don't quote me on that.</p>
<p>^ Yup, i've called the school and they told me that H-4 cannot get any type of employment. But there are some empolyment opportunities for F-1.</p>
<p>yes, only 19 hours at most on campus per week.</p>
<p>^I have a H4 visa and I can work and have been working because I have a social security number and EAD/labor Card.</p>
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I'll probably be in a similar scenario when I apply to college (have an EAD but still waiting on the visa numbers), you can work with a EAD, right (even if you're on H4)?</p>
<p>Thanks b@r!um :)</p>