Employers
Access a free pool of international graduates from U.S. universities
Hire international graduates with 1-3 years of work authorization -
no sponsorship required upfront.
Access job-ready international graduates
Browse motivated candidates from U.S. universities ready to contribute from day one.
Browse talentNo sponsorship needed upfront
Candidates can work for 1-3 years without sponsorship while you evaluate long-term fit.
See how it worksHire with clarity and confidence
We guide you through timelines and requirements so you can make informed hiring decisions.
Talk to usWhat employers usually get wrong
A common misconception is that hiring international students means immediate H-1B sponsorship, extra legal burden, and high cost. In many cases, that is not true for early hiring.
xMisconception
"We need to sponsor right away."
For many candidates, OPT work authorization covers the first 1-3 years.
checkReality
You can hire now and plan later.
Northbridge helps your team understand timelines and make better hiring decisions.
Why employers use Northbridge
Access a free pool of international talent
Browse motivated, job-ready graduates from U.S. universities - at no cost.
Post jobs and connect with candidates
Share your roles and reach international students actively looking for opportunities.
Understand the hiring process with confidence
We break down work authorization timelines so you know exactly what to expect - no sponsorship required upfront.
Ready to hire with speed and clarity?
Start with a quick conversation. We will help your team understand OPT hiring and the best next step.