Can I work as a volunteer after my OPT, but before Oct. 1?

[doralh]

Hi, all:

My status is my opt will end in June, by now I have a chance to be a volunteer in a company(very suitable for my major), and later I may pursue the employment opportunity with their H1B sponsor; But within the period from the expiration of my opt to the new H1B go into effect(01/10), CAN I work as a volunteer without any pay or benefit? Or from where I can check the related policy?


I will highly appreciate any of your suggestions!

Regards.

 

[kestrels2001]

Yes, you can work as a volunteer. You can confirm this with your international students office and getting a letter from them confriming this will be a good idea so that company doesnt has any hesitations.
Regards
Gaurav