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Working visa and job placement United States
Chapter 1 : Understanding the Types of Visas for the United States
Section 1 : The Different Types of Visas
Non-Immigrant Visas : temporary work
Immigrant Visas : For those wishing to reside permanently
Special Visas : Cultural exchanges, religious workers, etc.
Section 2 : Visa for a Single Person
Eligibility Criteria
Selection Process
Advantages and Limitations
Section 3 : Visa for the Family
Family Reunification
Required Conditions
Rights of Family Members
Section 4 : Non-Immigrant Work Visas
H-1B Visa (Specialty Occupations)
Eligibility Conditions
Annual Cap
L-1 Visa (Intra-Company Transfers)
Types L-1A and L-1B
O-1 Visa (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability)
Relevant Fields
Required Evidence
Section 5 : Employment-Based Immigrant Visas
EB-1 : Extraordinary Ability
EB-2 : Advanced Degrees and Exceptional Ability
EB-3 : Skilled Workers
EB-4 : Special Categories
EB-5 : Investors
Application Process
Section 8 : Visa Waiver Program (VWP)
Eligible Countries
Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)
Conditions and Limitations
Chapter 4 : Finding a Job in the United States
Section 1 : Job Search
Online Job Portals (Indeed, LinkedIn, Glassdoor)
Job Fairs and Networking Events
Placement Agencies
Section 2 : Writing the Resume and Cover Letter
American Resume Standards
Personalizing the Cover Letter
Highlighting Achievements and Skills
Section 3 : Recognition of Foreign Degrees
Credential Evaluation Services (e.g., WES)
Process and Associated Costs
Documents to Provide
Section 4 : Preparing for Job Interviews
Common Questions
Behavioral Interview Techniques
Section 5 : Understanding the American Employment Contract
At-Will Employment
Non-Compete and Confidentiality Clauses
Employee Benefits (Health Insurance, 401k)
Section 6 : Rights and Obligations of Workers
Minimum Wage and Overtime
Anti-Discrimination Laws
Protective Agencies (EEOC, OSHA)
Section 7 : Workplace Culture
Cultural Codes and Professional Etiquette
Diversity and Inclusion
Work-Life Balance
Section 8 : In-Demand Sectors
Technology and IT (Silicon Valley, Other Hubs)
Healthcare and Biotechnology
Engineering and Manufacturing
Education and Research
Chapter 5 : Settling in the United States with Your Family
Section 1 : Finding Accommodation
Renting vs. Buying
Rental Process (Credit Score, References)
Housing Search Websites (Zillow, Trulia)
Section 2 : Schooling for Children
American Educational System
Enrollment in Public or Private Schools
Bilingual and International Options
Section 3 : Opening a Bank Account
Choosing a Bank (National vs. Local)
Required Documents
Building Credit History
Section 4 : Healthcare System
Private Health Insurance
Enrollment via Employer or Public Marketplaces
Understanding Co-Payments and Deductibles
Section 5 : Taxes and Taxation
Tax Identification Number (ITIN or SSN)
Income Tax Filing (IRS)
International Tax Treaties
Section 6 : Transportation and Mobility
American Driver's License
Buying or Renting a Vehicle
Section 7 : Daily Life and Integration
Learning the Language (for Non-English Speakers)
Expatriate Communities
Social and Sports Activities
Section 8 : Visa Renewal and Applying for Permanent Residence
Renewal Process
Paths to the Green Card
American Naturalization
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