Student FAQs

Commonly asked questions by students.

Does Folio provide work authorization?

Folio offers letters that satisfy CPT/OPT requirements. Once you are accepted into a Venture Cohort, we will reach out with further details regarding your particular CPT/OPT letter. Folio.works is e-verified, and we are willing to help you with any forms your specific school might require to process your CPT/OPT status.

If you’re on a Stem OPT Extension, please get in touch with us at [e-mail].

Folio CANNOT sponsor H1-B visas or guarantee that the startups we work with will sponsor them.

Am I guaranteed a full-time offer at the end of the internship?

While we can guarantee several options for your internship (all companies will be venture-backed startups), we cannot assure you that you will receive a full-time offer. That will have to be a discussion you have with the founders before the internship starts, ongoing during your project, and afterward.

How many hours can I work?

We recommend 10-20 hours/week as an active student. If you are not enrolled, enrolled part-time, or an international student with VISA limitations, we will guide you and your host company.

Can I intern for multiple companies?

We highly recommend against it, as past experience has taught us that students who take on multiple internships generally struggle to keep up with the demands of each internship.

Can my internship qualify for college credit?

Yes! College students can work with their university department to earn college credit for their internship. We do not have the resources to facilitate this for you, but we highly recommend you reach out to our department advisor to ask for credit.

How can Folio support my career?

Our program and platform will empower you to build real-world experience in a job that aligns with your skills and interests. If you're an engineer or designer who loves music, we'll do our best to match you with a music technology company so you can understand what it's like to bridge your passion and profession. As an intern, you'll prove your skills by working on meaningful projects and gaining a network of peers and professionals excited to support your life-long career journey.

How does Folio support me throughout my Internship?

We are committed to helping our interns find success throughout their internships. Please refer to the chart below for instructions on who to reach out to in each situation.

Reach out for support!

Feel free to email us at [e-mail].