As the employer, you are required to provide your minimum degree requirements for the offered position. Failure to comply may lead to an RFE (Request for Evidence) and potentially a denial of your H-1B petition. In the current climate of BAHA (Buy American / Hire American) it is more important than ever to ensure that you are doing everything in your power to obtain the H-1B approval. Here are some tips on ensuring that your minimum degree requirements are in compliance with USCIS regulations. Breadth – Majors must be specific, and not overly broad: The major required must be related to the position offered. ie: A Bachelor’s Degree in English would not be acceptable for a Software Developer position. A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science would be acceptable for a Software Developer position. The Minimum Degree requirement cannot be too broad. Engineering Degrees: You must state the specific Engineering major(s)..

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Growing up in New Jersey, I looked at my Latino friends, neighbors, and classmates — people from Ecuador, Colombia, and Cuba — and I was struck by how people from all these different countries, thousands of miles apart, were unified by language. Even though Mexicans insisted they were different from Dominicans, who were different from Puerto Ricans, who were different from Venezuelans, it was plain to see we were unified by language. It was our big connector. That observation — how Latinos were so ... Source: Recruiter

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From our days in high school and university to our first jobs, everyone's journey in life looks a little bit different from the rest. This is especially true throughout the course of our careers. Personally, I have traveled through various companies and industries. Despite the obstacles I encountered along the way, I was able to build a successful startup, roOomy, with the help of my cofounder, Jan-Hein Pullens. Along the ... Source: Recruiter {$inline_image}

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Article by Tania Fiero After a year working as a human resources manager, I thought I was ready for a director-level promotion. Or, more accurately, I was worried that continuing to perform tactical HR responsibilities that could be easily outsourced wasn't a sound long-term career plan. So, my goal was to do more strategy work in the field of HR. The only problem? I had literally ... Source: Recruiter

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Despite countless technological advances in the recruiting industry, one puzzle piece has remained largely untouched for the last 50 or so years: the interview. The interview is where you land the job or don't, where you get called back or get the call you don't want. Since this part of the process has remained the same for so long, both sides have become complacent, succumbing to the siren call of the ... Source: Recruiter

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Not long after you accept a job offer, the onboarding process starts. A lot needs your attention right away: There are documents to fill out, people to meet, systems to get logged into, etc. What you're really concerned about is getting proficient at your job as soon as possible. You're probably not all that concerned about setting up your 401(k) plan, one of the most valuable benefits in your entire ... Source: Recruiter

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I was a software developer and continuous integration practitioner for more than 20 years before I unintentionally found myself in the cybersecurity field. This was during the great recession of 2008. I remember even today the date: October 3. That was the day I found out the company where I was working was closing. I had no idea what my next move would be — or should be. I soon found myself interviewing at a security firm, which would later be acquired by Synopsys. The ... Source: Recruiter

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We don't often think of job interviews as money-making — or money-losing — opportunities, but perhaps we should. While you can't really put a hard price on a job interview, it could be worth far more than you think, especially if you're unemployed. Lower Self-Confidence = Lower Earnings Waiting around for a job interview can affect your self-confidence. Sitting at home and applying for jobs over and over without ever getting ... Source: Recruiter

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A stellar resume isn't enough to stand out in a pack of fellow applicants anymore. Whether you're a recent graduate seeking your first real job or a professional hoping to make a career shift, competition is stiff. Sticking to traditional methods no longer works; applicants must prioritize new methods to differentiate themselves. One key consideration for today's job seekers is social media. Online activity can make or break a job ... Source: Recruiter