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Start Spring Semester on the Right Foot: Four Tasks for Your To-Do List

by Kaitlin McManus | January 05, 2026

Winter break is over, and the end of the school year is fast approaching. Read on for some practical tips for getting the most out of the upcoming semester.

The New $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee: What International Students Need to Know

by Derek Loosvelt | September 25, 2025

Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about the Trump Administation's new $100,000 H-1B fee.

How Radical Changes to the H-1B Lottery Could Affect International Students

by Derek Loosvelt | August 20, 2025

The White House reecently approved the biggest change in the H-1B lottery in more than a decade. Find out how this could affect international students.

Recruitment Trends for LL.M. Students

by Travis Whitsitt | August 05, 2025

In this post by law editor Travis Whitsitt, we discuss the recruiting and employment landscape facing LLM students in 2025.

What International Students Should Be Doing Now to Get Hired

by Derek Loosvelt | May 28, 2025

We recently spoke with Marcelo Barros, founder of The International Advantage, about the latest news affecting international students, H-1B visas, and more.

25 Best Investment Banking Firms to Work For in 2025

by Vault Careers | January 22, 2025

Based on our survey of 2,800 banking professionals, here are the best investment banks to work for this year.

Advice for International Students Looking to Get Hired in 2025

by Vault Careers | October 07, 2024

We discuss strategies for beating the H-1B lottery odds and what international students should be doing now to secure full-time roles next year.

Advice for International Students Looking for Sponsorship in 2024

by Vault Careers | February 05, 2024

With this year’s H-1B visa registration season quickly approaching, we address what international students should be doing now to get hired in 2024.

A Look at Magic Circle Firms in the U.S.

by Maria Ho | January 09, 2024

In this post by Vault's head of research Maria Ho, we take a look at the U.S. performance of Magic Circle firms in our Annual Associate Survey.

Job Search Advice for International Students for the 2023-2024 Academic Year

by Derek Loosvelt | September 13, 2023

We spoke with international student career expert Marcelo Barros about the state of the international student job search, the H1-B visa lottery, and more.