F1 visa and SSN not valid for employment

[rockris 0]

Hello,

I am a physical therapist from Europe with a F1 visa holder who would like to pursue a doctorate in Physical therapy in the US . Right now, I am enrolled in a test prep class in DC and would like to volunteer for a Hospital in order to stay current and get the volunteering hours required for my doctorate program . I applied for a volunteering position with a local hospital and after the health clearance I have been asked to complete a background check with my SSN. Unfortunately, I do not have any SSN and I am aware that I am not authorized to work right now. Is it possible to get a SSN not valid for employment?

[saidgokce 2]

I think for F1 visa limited working is allowed, you are allowed to work at the school campus you are enrolled in for 20 hours I believe. what I would do I would apply for a position at school if there is any, than quit the job right after I get the ssn. even if you you don't make it in time for this background check, you will always need a ssn in this country..that s how most f1 friends of mine got their ssn.

[rockris 0]

I think for F1 visa limited working is allowed, you are allowed to work at the school campus you are enrolled in for 20 hours I believe. what I would do I would apply for a position at school if there is any, than quit the job right after I get the ssn. even if you you don't make it in time for this background check, you will always need a ssn in this country..that s how most f1 friends of mine got their ssn.

I do not want to work. I just want to volunteer in something related to my field.

[saidgokce 2]

according to social security department it seems like possible some cases I would stop by at a social security office or give them a call 1-800-325-0778) and explain your situation i just saw this at their web page

'"If you are not authorized by DHS to work in the United States, you can get a Social Security number only if you can prove you need it for
a valid non-work reason"

http://www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/EN-05-10096.pdf