Connecting industry & education: international talent as a solution to the U.S. labor shortage

A new white paper by IDP and inSpring explores an underutilized, high-impact solution to the U.S. labor shortage: international student talent.

Facing demographic headwinds and an increasing demand for skilled labor, industries across the U.S. are struggling to fill critical roles. The 1.1 million international students who are already in the country, trained with in-demand skills and eager to work, represent a powerful solution to the nation’s skilled labor shortage. Despite clear benefits, these talented individuals remain an underutilized resource.

This white paper takes a deep dive into:

• Causes of the U.S. labor shortage and most-impacted states and industries

• International talent as a workforce solution

• Available employment pathways

• Benefits of international students to the U.S. economy

• Case studies of a higher education institution, an employer, and an international student who are effectively leveraging international talent pathways

• Priority actions for how education and industry can collaborate to build a sustainable, future-ready U.S. workforce