Office of International Education

H-1B Workers

OIE Handout on H1B Specialty Occupation
See attached PDF handout.
General Information
What is H1B status and who can be employed in this non-immigrant status?
Conditions and Limitations
Some issues to consider when applying for H1B status.
Application Process
Two parts to the H1B application. Also, issues for H1B employees at Carnegie Mellon.
H1B Checklists for CMU Employees
Listing of materials required for CMU H-1B employees
Maintenance of Status
Information on how to maintain legal status.
Employment Issues for H1B Workers
Transfer and extension of H1B employment and work for multiple employers.
Obtaining a Social Security Number
H1B employees must have a US Social Security Number to work in the US.
OIE Services
Required check in and other helpful services.
Last Updated On: June 13th, 2007