| There are many foreign-born people who want to | | | | - Teaching, |
| work in the United States and there are many | | | | - HealthCare/Medical, |
| employers who have a need for hiring foreigners. | | | | - Legal, Lawyers |
| While there are needs on both sides, it can be very | | | | H2B Visa Program--a temporary visa for short-term |
| difficult to get a work visa. Here is an overview of | | | | "seasonal" work in the hospitality and tourist |
| two kinds of work visas available for applicants. | | | | industries. |
| H1B Visa Program--the primary visa for professionals | | | | - Requirements include: |
| and students from all over the world who work in | | | | - No degree required, |
| specialty occupations. The visa is valid for up to 6 | | | | - You must find a job with an offer from a US |
| years, employer transferable and dual intent (can | | | | employer |
| apply for Green Card). | | | | - Type of jobs: |
| Requirements include: | | | | - Hospitality, hotel/motels, resorts, ski resorts, |
| - Bachelor's degree or higher or foreign equivalent, | | | | security |
| - OR at least 12 years work experience in a specialty | | | | - Cruise ships, restaurants and bars, |
| occupation, | | | | - Construction jobs, landscaping, golf courses, |
| - OR a mix of further education and work experience | | | | maintenance, janitorial, |
| to total 12 years. | | | | - Ticket sakes, water parks, ride operators, |
| - Specialty Occupations that qualify: | | | | - Retail stores. |
| - IT, Computing, Networking, Telecoms, | | | | There are other specific visas for specific programs. |
| - Finance, Accounting, Banking, | | | | It is best to consult with an immigration attorney in |
| - Marketing, Advertising, PR, Sales, Recruiting, | | | | your area. An immigration lawyer can go over the |
| Business Management, | | | | various visa programs to see where your skills might |
| - Engineering (all types), | | | | fit. |