Supporting Global Talent in Tech with Leanne McKeown

What does it take to connect international tech talent with U.S. employers? In this episode of EdUp International, James Shafer talks with Leanne McKeown, Director of Corporate Outreach & Career Development at Touro University’s Graduate School of Technology.

Leanne shares her own bold move—studying abroad in the Philippines—and how that experience shaped her passion for helping international students succeed in the U.S. job market.

Through career fairs, alumni mentoring, networking panels, and corporate outreach, Leanne builds bridges between global talent and industry. She also educates employers about Curricular Practical Training (CPT) internships and Optional Practical Training (OPT) post-graduation opportunities, while guiding students through cultural competency challenges like resumes, interviews, and LinkedIn profiles.

What you’ll learn in this episode:
✔ How Touro prepares international students for U.S. hiring norms
✔ Employer outreach strategies for CPT/OPT-friendly roles
✔ Alumni mentoring and networking that drive real results
✔ Cultural competency tips for resumes, interviews, and networking
✔ Trends in tech hiring for global talent

Explore Touro GST Career Services:
👉 https://gst.touro.edu/career-services/index.php

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