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 BOTHTHEJ-SCHOLAR ORIENTATION AND PROVIDING THE GLOBAL EDUCATION OFFICE WITH YOUR CURRENT U.S. ADDRESS TO APPLY FOR A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER. 
Click here for more info: Social Security Number.