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Moving to the U.S. for work is exciting—but the American workplace comes with its own ‘unstated’ complexities. Most things you will discover only as you are working in your new work environment, and the culture shock can impact your confidence, performance, and long-term success.
One skill that often gets overlooked but is absolutely essential in the workplace is email communication.
When searching for a job in the United States, you might come across companies that say they are "E-Verify employers." As a job seeker, does this matter for your job search?
Preparing for this interview is key. Practice your responses, research the company thoroughly, and be ready to personalize the interview by speaking to their questions with specific examples of your experience and expertise.
Your resume should be a spotlight focusing on focusing tightly on what matters most to the role. Speak in results - quantifiably because in the American job market, clarity + impact > big words every time.
American interviews are so much more than just answering questions—it’s about understanding the culture behind them.
When I first started job hunting, ‘entry-level’ in a job title felt like a green light because it was commonplace for this job to be for someone with minimal, if any, work experience.
It is always smart to be proactive in much of what we can plan for -- and for international students seeking to discover their Computer Science careers in the US, this is especially important since immigration policies can shift with the political winds.
Some companies can’t sponsor for budget or policy reasons. Many international workers land great roles with employers who are ready and willing to invest in them. Talking about sponsorship is hard—but avoiding it doesn’t make it easier.
For international job seekers in the U.S., one of the biggest hurdles is figuring out whether that job can and will sponsor an H-1B visa.
Starting your job search in the U.S. before you have had any American work experience is daunting for most of us. If you are new into the U.S. work force, you may be worried that there’s more to it than just job skills -- but the truth is that you can still land interviews—even offers—without a U.S. resume. The key is strategy, confidence, and a few creative moves.
SRIM is built to help you succeed as an international candidate navigating visa complexities. Let’s skim over what SRIM can actually do for you!