October 2017 AOS filers (merged)

[Yaztalksalot 127]

2 hours ago, atina said:

I don't think it's legal either, but it seems that it's happened to other people before. I'm guessing it's just due to employers' and recruiters' ignorance and lack of understanding of our status. He did pry about whether I have a green card or not, but next time I'll definitely be more careful about how I share information about my status. It really shocked me that this was an issue, I thought the EAD would unlock all doors

Hey, 

 

Just thought I'd chime in here! I accepted a corporate job offer and start the week after next. They were confused about EAD at first but they just asked for the category my EAD was provided in, to verify that my GC was processing and after that there was really no issue. They just wanted reassurance that I wouldn't need sponsorship in the future, which I think is what most companies are concerned about! I also provided them with my NOA1 for my AOS just as further verification. There is a clause written into my contract which just states I need to prove my right to work in the US after the EAD expiry date kind of thing. As has been said above I think what scares employers more is that the EAD is only valid for a year and I totally agree, I think there is just a lack of understanding from recruiters but more senior HR people seem to know the ins and outs. Hopefully the next time around you don't have an issue, sorry they didn't give you the chance to explain! 

[LittleLeaf 38]

Got my EAD/AP approval notices today!! (filed Oct 27th) 

Up until today the tracker was still saying invalid receipt number - including the 30th/31st/1st lol. My AP number still says invalid, but after receiving the mailed approvals and checking, my EAD number magically changed to  "On January 30, 2018, we ordered your new card for Receipt Number MSC-blah, and will mail it to the address you gave us." lol.

Don't lose hope fellow October filers!

Edited February 2, 2018 by LittleLeaf

[atina 12]

45 minutes ago, Yaztalksalot said:

Hey, 

 

Just thought I'd chime in here! I accepted a corporate job offer and start the week after next. They were confused about EAD at first but they just asked for the category my EAD was provided in, to verify that my GC was processing and after that there was really no issue. They just wanted reassurance that I wouldn't need sponsorship in the future, which I think is what most companies are concerned about! I also provided them with my NOA1 for my AOS just as further verification. There is a clause written into my contract which just states I need to prove my right to work in the US after the EAD expiry date kind of thing. As has been said above I think what scares employers more is that the EAD is only valid for a year and I totally agree, I think there is just a lack of understanding from recruiters but more senior HR people seem to know the ins and outs. Hopefully the next time around you don't have an issue, sorry they didn't give you the chance to explain! 

CONGRATULATIONS!! If you don't mind me asking, what industry did you get a job in, and did you have a lot of relevant experience?

[Yaztalksalot 127]

1 minute ago, atina said:

CONGRATULATIONS!! If you don't mind me asking, what industry did you get a job in, and did you have a lot of relevant experience?

Aw thank you very much!  Not at all, I'm in Digital Marketing/Advertising! I've got three 3 years of experience and a few internships, as well as my 4 year college degree! Honestly I was really worried about not having a lot of US work experience, but it really wasn't a problem at all! 

[atina 12]

Just now, Yaztalksalot said:

Aw thank you very much!  Not at all, I'm in Digital Marketing/Advertising! I've got three 3 years of experience and a few internships, as well as my 4 year college degree! Honestly I was really worried about not having a lot of US work experience, but it really wasn't a problem at all! 

 

HOW FUNNY!! I am trying to transition into Social Media Marketing and Content Creation! I did some work at home, which is a little over a year of experience, but I don't think it's really doing much for me. It's good to know that someone already managed to get a job, I was getting quite discouraged

[Yaztalksalot 127]

Just now, atina said:

HOW FUNNY!! I am trying to transition into Social Media Marketing and Content Creation! I did some work at home, which is a little over a year of experience, but I don't think it's really doing much for me. It's good to know that someone already managed to get a job, I was getting quite discouraged

Aw awesome, I actually specialize in that area! I would highly recommend glassdoor and indeed if you are looking for vacancies! Glad I could give you some encouragement, hopefully now it is the new year you will see an increase in companies recruiting as things usually slow down during the festive period! 

[KatieAndNaimah 108]

29 minutes ago, Yaztalksalot said:

Aw thank you very much!  Not at all, I'm in Digital Marketing/Advertising! I've got three 3 years of experience and a few internships, as well as my 4 year college degree! Honestly I was really worried about not having a lot of US work experience, but it really wasn't a problem at all! 

ooo Katie is in Digital Advertising as well with lots of experience. Gives me hope!

[abhat 5]

I have my interview on 2/6/18 in San Jose field office. Did anyone give their interview in Jan 2018 in San Jose? Please let me know your experience

[Yaztalksalot 127]

12 minutes ago, CaptNaimerica said:

ooo Katie is in Digital Advertising as well with lots of experience. Gives me hope!

There are loaaads of relevant Digital Advertising jobs in NYC! I'm sure she wont have any problems at all !!  

[iulia.matey 25]

Wow, a lot of marketers here! I'm also in digital with 5 yrs experience. Sadly there are no such jobs in my small town, but hopefully we'll move closer to Cleveland by the end of the year

 

Lil' update: waiting on my 4th service request for a typo and my 1st for expediting. This whole thing is so frustrating  

[janicecf 73]

3 hours ago, EmGosh said:

Hey everyone, I am a Nov 1st filler! Received an interview notice in the mail a couple of days ago for March 6th, but not heard a thing about my EAD/AP card. Starting to think I may receive my GC before the combo card! Has anyone else has this happen?

Yes. I received y interview notice  first and then a week later my  EAD/AP was approved.

Actually this kind of situation happened to a few people here. 

[EvieMN 105]

1 hour ago, iulia.matey said:

Wow, a lot of marketers here! I'm also in digital with 5 yrs experience. Sadly there are no such jobs in my small town, but hopefully we'll move closer to Cleveland by the end of the year

 

Lil' update: waiting on my 4th service request for a typo and my 1st for expediting. This whole thing is so frustrating  

Ugh, me too! Cleveland is awesome. And usually fast with processing.

[iulia.matey 25]

5 minutes ago, EvieMN said:

Ugh, me too! Cleveland is awesome. And usually fast with processing.

Yeah, i've been stalking you, since you were close to my received date  I was glad to see your interview went well, gives me hope mine's getting scheduled soon  Good luck with the job hunting! And in case you already went to a job interview, do employers require your updated SS card too?

[EvieMN 105]

17 minutes ago, iulia.matey said:

Yeah, i've been stalking you, since you were close to my received date  I was glad to see your interview went well, gives me hope mine's getting scheduled soon  Good luck with the job hunting! And in case you already went to a job interview, do employers require your updated SS card too?

I'm lucky to have a job lined up since I'm going back to the employer from my previous J1 visa. It's nothing special, just bartending, but it's definitely good money in the summer season.

[iulia.matey 25]

Just now, EvieMN said:

I'm lucky to have a job lined up since I'm going back to the employer from my previous J1 visa. It's nothing special, just bartending, but it's definitely good money in the summer season.

That's great, especially for a touristy area! So i take it you met your husband on your J1 in the same town? 

I'm going to shoot for a bank and hopefully they have a quick process