J-1 Academic Training: Department Recommendation Letter Form

This form is for use by academic advisors or faculty advisors to serve as their recommendation letter in support a J-1 student’s request for Academic Training work authorization.

Please note:

All fields are required.
Academic Training prior to degree completion requires co-op registration.

Questions? Email ISS Advisor Megan Kless at mkiss@rit.edu

Your Name

Your Email

Student's Name

Student's UID

Employment Start Date

Employment End Date

Employer (company) Name

Employer Site of Activity Address

Number of Hours Per Week

Supervisor Name

Supervisor Phone

Supervisor Email

What are the goals and objectives of the specific academic training program?

Ex: “serve as an intern at Tyco Electronics’ Wireless System Segment”

How does the academic training program relate to the student's major field of study?

Ex. “Student in the Telecommunications Engineering Technology program. Wireless communication has been one of the fastest growing areas in global telecommunications. Student will gain valuable practical experience in this area that will supplement the material covered in courses at RIT."

Why is this academic training program an integral or critical part of the academic program of the student?

Ex. “RIT’s hands on application of knowledge in the workplace is a major factor in distinguishing RIT graduates from graduates of other institutions. Years of experience with coop and internships have shown that employers place high value on the experience that RIT’s students gain from such assignments.”

I recommend this student for this Academic Training program and confirm it is related to their field of study and an integral or critical part of their academic program.