Any problems obtaining Employment?

[anxiouslywaiting 0]

Hi everyone, I was just wondering if any Canadians had problems obtaining employment when they moved down to the USA. I know we can't work for a couple of months but how long did it take everyone to find employment. I am not really picky when it comes to work but I don't really want to work in a restaurant or retail. I have a degree and a diploma and currently work in the Insurance Industry (I know big bad insurance people, don't hate!!!) Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

[trailmix 77]

Interesting question and we don't know yet. I'm not looking for a job buy my Husband has just started, will see how this differs from Canada I guess!

[L_n_O 3]

i think it should depend on where you're living and looking

I'm not really having an issue finding a job, i'm just taking my time to find a decent job =)

[CBR 0]

Aww, but I love hating insurance companies!! Just kidding (kinda lol).

Have you checked online for jobs in the area you're moving to? Most cities have at least the classified section of their local newspaper online. It's really going to depend on where you are.

You could check with Monster.com too.

[Flames9_RN 359]

Probably depends more where u reside and whats your occupation. I haven't really worked yet, but thats by my choice! And once I finish up my school for a RN, I dont expect any difficulties in finding work

[anxiouslywaiting 0]

I will be living in Connecticut. I guess my concern is that I know I won't be able to work right away as I have to wait for my SSN and what not so I was wondering if I should still start applying before I get the authorization to work? (sorry I don't know all the names and what not for that stuff).

[SapphireDreams 71]

I also agree it depends on where you are going and what your profession is and experience.

I'll be moving to NYC and I work in public relations, and I actually do some U.S. PR now, so I'm not anticipating having any problems and actually thinking it will actually enhance my career which is a huge plus considering i love my job here.

Does your company have US offices? (I'm not sure how insurance crosses over)

[L_n_O 3]

yes, you can apply for your SSN soon abt 2-3 weeks after you move to the US.

You don't need your EAD (employment authorization) to apply

[anxiouslywaiting 0]

I also agree it depends on where you are going and what your profession is and experience.

I'll be moving to NYC and I work in public relations, and I actually do some U.S. PR now, so I'm not anticipating having any problems and actually thinking it will actually enhance my career which is a huge plus considering i love my job here.

Does your company have US offices? (I'm not sure how insurance crosses over)

Unfortunately my company is a Canadian owned company with offices only in Canada. I'm also not sure if I want to remain in Insurance when I move, I will probably start there because it is what i know. I was just wondering if people were having difficulty finding employment because they didn't have any US experience.

yes, you can apply for your SSN soon abt 2-3 weeks after you move to the US.

You don't need your EAD (employment authorization) to apply

Ok just so I understand (again sorry I'm new and really confused with this process, my lawyer isn't that much help!). So I apply for my SSN and how long does it take to get my SSN and EAD? I can't legally work until I have my EAD even if I have my SSN right?

[L_n_O 3]

SSN is like your SIN card.. just a number to keep track of who you are

It takes about a month after you apply..

You should apply about 2-3 weeks after you enter the US

EAD (employment permit), AOS (permanent residence), AP (paper that allows you to leave the US and come back in) are all applied for together by you AFTER YOU ARE MARRIED.

It costs just over a $1000 and take anywhere from 4 months and up to get approved.

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...mp;page=k1k3aos

you should start reading this link

and yes, you can't legally work until you have ur EAD even if you have ur SSN

unless you get the 90 day permit stamp when you cross the border... (which most ppl don't get)

but you'd have to stop working after those 90 days anyway til you get your EAD

[Yomtl 0]

SSN is like your SIN card.. just a number to keep track of who you are

It takes about a month after you apply..

You should apply about 2-3 weeks after you enter the US

EAD (employment permit), AOS (permanent residence), AP (paper that allows you to leave the US and come back in) are all applied for together by you AFTER YOU ARE MARRIED.

It costs just over a $1000 and take anywhere from 4 months and up to get approved.

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...mp;page=k1k3aos

you should start reading this link

and yes, you can't legally work until you have ur EAD even if you have ur SSN

unless you get the 90 day permit stamp when you cross the border... (which most ppl don't get)

but you'd have to stop working after those 90 days anyway til you get your EAD

So considering that the K1 visa requires for you to get married within 3 months after entering the US, what is your status after getting married and still waiting for the EAD / AOS process to be completed? (because all this will probably take more that 3 months)

[L_n_O 3]

immigrant?

limbo?

purgatory?

[Yomtl 0]

immigrant?

limbo?

purgatory?

I mean from a legal perspective are we allowed to be in the US at that stage?

[L_n_O 3]

oh, hell ya!

you are then pending AOS

[SapphireDreams 71]

I also agree it depends on where you are going and what your profession is and experience.

I'll be moving to NYC and I work in public relations, and I actually do some U.S. PR now, so I'm not anticipating having any problems and actually thinking it will actually enhance my career which is a huge plus considering i love my job here.

Does your company have US offices? (I'm not sure how insurance crosses over)

Unfortunately my company is a Canadian owned company with offices only in Canada. I'm also not sure if I want to remain in Insurance when I move, I will probably start there because it is what i know. I was just wondering if people were having difficulty finding employment because they didn't have any US experience.

yes, you can apply for your SSN soon abt 2-3 weeks after you move to the US.

You don't need your EAD (employment authorization) to apply

Ok just so I understand (again sorry I'm new and really confused with this process, my lawyer isn't that much help!). So I apply for my SSN and how long does it take to get my SSN and EAD? I can't legally work until I have my EAD even if I have my SSN right?

As Canadians, I personally don't feel our work experience is any different from the U.S. I mean I take my bf as an example, he works in a different field, but ultimately his day-to-day is the same and calibre of work is the same. That's not to say that we won't have to explain or prove ourselves a bit in an interview if the person hiring is not familiar...

I think you'll be fine