What Are OPT Resumes?

Problem scenario:  A recruiter warns that he/she will not accept OPT resumes for a specific solution.  What are OPT resumes?

Solution:  OPT stands for Optional Practical Training.  OPT employment authorization last for 12 months and is related to academic training in the U.S.  To learn more, see this link.  If you are a U.S. citizen like the author of this blog, it is probably of no concern to you (unless you are getting into recruiting or hiring).  A U.S. citizen's resume is not an "OPT."

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