From Carbondale to the world: your career starts here
Close to Chicago and St. Louis, Southern Illinois University connects you to the internships, careers and industries that are shaping the future.
Why build your future at Southern Illinois University?
Supriyo Bandyopadhyay
| United States (born in India)Electrical engineer, academic and researcher
Supriyo Bandyopadhyay is a leader in spintronics and nanotechnology. Currently working as a professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, he has authored over 400 publications and three textbooks.
MS in Electrical Engineering
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Work experience while you study
Work in the United States after graduation with Optional Practical Training (OPT).
You can apply for OPT to work in your field for 12 months. If you studied a STEM-designated degree, you could qualify for the STEM OPT extension. This allows you to work in the US for an additional two years. With STEM OPT, you can work in the US for up to three years. Southern Illinois University will help you achieve your career goals.