(https://www.ice.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Document/2016/stem-list.pdf) at the time you submit your STEM OPT extension application (rather than at the time you received the degree).
Have a paid job offer that meets the following requirements:
The job is with an employer enrolled in the USCIS E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov) program. Double-check with your employer to see if they are enrolled in E-Verify; sometimes the USCIS E-Verify database is not correct. (Kentucky State University participates in the E-Verify program. The KSU E-Verify ID number is 1352056.)
The job offers at least 20 hours of work per week
The job will provide formal training and learning objectives directly related to your qualifying STEM degree
Be able to complete the I-983 Training Plan ( https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/form-i-983-overview) with your employer
Employment Requirements During the 24-month STEM OPT Extension
You must work at least 20 hours per week for an employer that a) participates in the E-Verify program and b) agrees to follow all the employer requirements in the 24-month STEM rule.
Unlike the 12-month OPT, volunteer/unpaid work or self-employment is not permitted under the 24-month STEM OPT Extension regulation.
Please review the new guidance about acceptable types of activity during the 24-month STEM OPT Extension https://www.kysu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Employment-Requirements.pdf that is substantially different than the 12 month OPT and past guidance for the STEM Extension.
USCIS must receive your STEM OPT extension application before your current 12-month OPT EAD card expiration date.
Apply as early as 90 days before your current 12-month OPT EAD card expiration date.
Take into consideration: