Don’t Let Your Immigration Status Stop You From Getting Hired In The U.S.
Introducing The International PhD Community By Cheeky Scientist
If you are an international PhD who wants to work in the United States (U.S.), the International PhD Community, or IPC for short, will ensure you get sponsored by a U.S. company and hired into a top U.S. job. The IPC program leaders are from the top 3 U.S. immigration legal firms and will help you choose the right visa path for your specific situation, keep you updated on weekly changes to the U.S. immigration law, and provide unlimited consultations and answers to your questions (without having to pay for legal help). As a member, you will also get a 10% discount on any and all of your immigration paperwork fees for life.
Here Is A Sneak Peek At What IPC Members Get Access To...
About The International PhD Community
IPC is the only program specifically for international PhDs and designed specifically by (1) top U.S. immigration lawyers and (2) international PhDs currently working in industry. As soon as you become an IPC member, you get access to the IPC dashboard, which includes 20+ videos, 12 advanced workbooks, interviews with top Medical international PhDs currently working in industry, and an exclusive collection of resumes from international PhDs currently working in industry. You also get lifetime access to a private job referral network of immigration lawyers, legal consultants, and international PhDs working in industry. You will get instant feedback from these professionals 24/7 on any visa and job search-related question so you can get hired in the U.S. now.
Check Out The Targeted Guidance The International PhD Community Provides...
Module #1 Visa Options – Part 1 Visa Options – Part 2
You know you want to work in the industry, but you aren’t sure how to bridge the gap between your current F-1 status and getting the visa you need. We’ll cut through the confusion and cover…
- What types of visas are available to international PhDs. Starting with F-1 visas we’ll provide a broad overview of the different ways international PhDs can stay in the US…and in the industry. From OPTs to EB-1s, we’ll help you simplify your options.
- How to get your OPT and the benefits the OPT STEM Extension can provide. In this module, you’ll understand the difference between these two types of OPTs. We’ll also explain a bit about the J-1 Visa—who it is for..as well as a pitfall you’ll want to avoid.
- Essential facts on H-1B visas and O visas, such as the H-1B visa cap and what’s required when it comes to qualifying for an O visa.
- What an L-1 visa is and when an L-1 visa is best for your credentials. We’ll also explain the difference between the L-1A and the L-1B…including its implications on your family or working in a new office.
- How EB-1 and EB-2 visas open the door to a Green Card status. Discover the two types of EB visas you should know about as an international PhD.
Module #2 F-1 Visas J-1 Visas
Get the scoop on both F-1 and J-1 visas—both of which are viable options for international PhDs transitioning to employment in the US. From requirements to timelines, this module covers…
- An overview of your current F-1 status. Your mentoring material will discuss the implication of your F-1 visa on work decisions, family members, and full-time student status. Discover how to transition from your student F-1 to an OPT.
- Information to know about the STEM OPT Extension. We’ll explain the requirements you need to meet for securing this 24-month extension of your OPT, including everything from why your employer needs to be enrolled in E-Verify to why you need a mentoring program.
- The J-1 visa and implications for long-term residency. Discover what a J-1 two-year foreign exchange residency requirement means for your long-term career goals and why it impacts your ability to apply for a Green Card or H-1B.
- The 5 bases for receiving a waiver of the two-year residency requirement. Get information on the “No Objection” statement as well as the documentation you’ll need to pursue the waiver.
Guidance on whether to pursue the J-1 Visa for your post doc…or if you should pursue a cap-exempt H-1B.
Module #3 H-1B Visas – Part 1 H-1B Visas – Part 2
Walk away armed with the knowledge you need to transition from your F-1 status into an industry position with employer sponsorship. Instead of feeling trapped by USCIS regulations, understand how to explain the process to your employer. In this module, we’ll cover…
- What documents you need for the H-1B, when to start the application process, and more. We’ll also give you a key tip if you’ll regularly travel overseas during the duration of your H-1B.
- What process your future employer will undergo. We’ll explain the H-1B petition process and what it means for your employer…as well as what organizations fall into the visa cap category and what organizations don’t.
- What happens on April 1 and how the USCIS H-1B lottery works. Remove confusion surrounding the H-1B selection process, and discover the advantage you possess by holding a PhD from a US school. You’ll also learn a viable option to stay in the US if you aren’t selected in the H-1B lottery.
- What to do if you change employers. We’ll discuss transitioning to a different organization and how long your H-1B status will last.
Module #4 Employment-Based Categories: EB-1 Employment-Based Categories: EB-2
Even when you’ve secured a H-1B or other non-immigrant visa, that’s not the ultimate goal. For most international PhDs in the US, securing a Green Card is the best way to support long-term career goals. In this module, we’ll cover…
- The two types of routes best suited for advanced degree holders. If you don’t have family members in the US, discover how you can leverage your academic credentials to receive a Green Card.
- The criteria for meeting the EB-1 category and the EB-2 category. We’ll lay out the requirements for both categories so you can see which best aligns with your background and credentials.
- Major differences between an EB-1 and EB-2. Understand the distinctions between both visas so you can thoughtfully consider the pros and cons of pursuing either option.
- The National Interest Waiver (NIW). Discover how you can ask the USCIS to waive the employment requirement of the EB-2 visa.
Build Your Industry Career In An Exciting New Location
If you are an international PhD who wants to work in the United States (U.S.), this program will ensure you get sponsored by a U.S. company and hired into a top U.S. job. The IPC program leaders are from the top 3 U.S. immigration legal firms and will help you choose the right visa path for your specific situation, keep you updated on weekly changes to the U.S. immigration law, and provide unlimited consultations and answers to your questions (without having to pay for legal help).
You will get clear instructions on exactly how to get U.S employers to hire you. This is the only program specifically for international PhDs and designed specifically by (1) top U.S. immigration lawyers and (2) international PhDs currently working in industry.
