Bhabona Weekly Podcast EP1: This Week for International Students - Top Funded PhD, Postdoc & MS GRA Roles, Jobs, GRE Tips & Canadian Study-Permit Guide

Welcome to the very first episode of the Bhabona newsletter podcast for international students!

In this episode, we cover key opportunities and essential tips, including:

•Funded Openings: Detailed information on three new fully funded roles. This includes a Masters Graduate Research Assistantship (GRA) at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln focusing on improving corn productivity and nitrogen use efficiency. We also discuss a PhD GRA position at Colorado State University in the Complex Systems, Informatics, and Networked Engineering (COSINE) Laboratory, with research interests spanning AI-integrated system design, multidimensional network modeling, and human-system integration. Additionally, we cover a PhD GRA and Postdoc opportunity at the University of Texas at Arlington, focusing on AI/ML for grid applications, cybersecurity, and power-grid reliability.

•Job Opportunities: Two full-detail listings for international students. Discover the Applied Scientist role at AWS Agentic AI focusing on developing NLP, agents, generative AI, deep learning, and ML algorithms. We also highlight the Research Scientist, Machine Learning (PhD) position at Meta, involving developing scalable classifiers and tools using ML and collaborating on high-impact problems.

•Test-Prep Spotlight: Gain insights from a GRE prep journey where a student achieved a score of 331 (V 163, Q 168, AWA 5.0) in approximately four weeks. Learn about key takeaways like starting early, daily vocabulary routines, strategic study, targeting weaknesses, using official materials first, and focusing on timing and error logging. Materials used included Gregmat, Magoosh, ETS Official Guide & Big Book, Manhattan 5lb, and All the Quant.

•Visa & Immigration Tips: Essential guidance on extending your Canadian study permit. We outline the key steps and timeline, such as starting early (recommended more than 30 days before expiry), gathering required documents like a Letter of Enrollment, Proof of Financial Support, Transcript, and a Valid Passport. We also cover completing the online application (IMM 5709), paying the CAD $150 fee, maintaining status while waiting for a decision, potential biometrics requirements, and how to check processing times. Pro tips include ensuring documents are clear, accurate, and keeping copies.

Tune in to get all the details and links mentioned in this episode!

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