Employment
J-1 Employment Authorization
You cannot work for an institution other than the one listed on your DS-2019 unless you have received the required written authorization from the international advisor in advance (consult the international advisor for details). You must always conduct research/teaching only at the institution at which you are authorized to work by the Department of State (DOS) (Usually the institution that issues the DS-2019 form).
Social Security Administration Information for J-1 Scholars
YOU MUST WAIT 10 DAYS AFTER COMPLETING THE J SCHOLAR ORIENTATION BEFORE APPLYING FOR A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER.
AFTER PROVIDING THE GLOBAL EDUCATION OFFICE YOUR CURRENT U.S. ADDRESS AND COMPLETING ORIENTATION YOU MUST THEN WAIT 10 DAYS TO APPLY FOR A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER.
Click here for more info: Social Security Number.
