wantmygcnow said:I work for the federal government in the IT field. My job doesn't require a secret clearance as most federal government jobs do, so I can work here freely. One requirement for this job was to be in the United States for at least 8 years.
When I applied for the position, the only thing they asked me if i was legal and to fill the I-9 form before the interview. After i went through several interviews, They did a sensitive clerance which required drug test, polygraph, background investigation and references from 3 different ppl who have known me other than my realtives.
The process is quite extensive...It took me 8 weeks to get my fed. govt clearance before I could even enter the building or start my job.
I know IT skilled immigrants dont have any trouble to get Job in this country .My friends who work in IT Jobs they dont have troubles to find a job in any state. . I know asylee can get jobs easily in Restaurants and Construction .I dont agree with u that U can get any job if your diploma or education qualify .Some jobs u need to be US citizen. And even if you have diploma or experience from your Country anyway u gotta study anyway in US Universities. what about Sequrity Clearence??? For example olice there is no way u can be police . U need sequrity clearnce. I got a few offers from Employers They requsted Citizinship to qualify for job!!!! U can always sue them and complain . I dont think it is gonna work ? They got good lawyers toocopper1 said:SINNERSROOM.
I would disagree with your statement about Asylees having issues getting normal jobs. What do you consider a normal job?
I work in IT sector and all the jobs that I have had in the past were given to me with my own qualification, not without knowing anyone. Also no one really asks for the immigration status until the time comes for the application filing etc. All you need to say is that you are an Asylee and show the proof and also print out from immigration site that you don’t need work authorization.
And if anyone gives you any trouble and not hire you because of your immigration status then that is considered illegal you can file a complaint against throug. www.eeoc.gov
Title VII and the other antidiscrimination laws prohibit discrimination against individuals employed in the United States, regardless of citizenship. However, relief may be limited if an individual does not have work authorization.(www.eeoc.gov)
Kind of agree with you, but having US education (degree or skill or ..) helps us a lot. I was lucky finishing master degree in US without paying tution fee. just look around, some paths will lead to a better future. just curious, how did you know fed IT job posting?. could you tell me?.copper1 said:Sinnersroom
Some jobs require you to be a US Citizen and that requirement is legal. That applies to anyone who is not a USC. There is nothing you can do about this because it does not only apply for Asylees. Remember, you don’t even need work authorization. You cannot Sue a company if they require you to be a US Citizen and NO one really cares what your status is, as long as you are able to work. There is some bias in the business world and that applies to women also not just minorities. Asylees have a better chance to make 70-100k than someone who needs sponsorship. All you need is the qualification. Remember if your resume sucks and you don’t have the aptitude for the job then regardless of your residency status you aren’t going to find what you are looking for. If you send out your resumes and no one responds then it’s not your status. You need to change your resume or get some qualification. There are states that let you become a police officer even if you aren’t a US citizen.
No offence my friend but you might want to polish your spelling and grammar cause that would be one step towards getting the “Normal Job”
-Copper1
wantmygcnow said:As an asylee you are entitled to federal pell grant. It means free money to study...if you dont make much money or ur parents dont make money..then u are eligible for pell grant...You need to apply early in the year so u can get the award..cuz they run out..
I studied 4 years for a Bachelors of Science in Systems Engineering and I paid only 300 per semster..otherwise its 4000 per semester. Its called FAFSA..FREE Application for Federal Student aid.
As an asylee you are entitled to grants, loans everything..they treat you like a citizen...
Find OUT or I can help you out..But first you need to be accepted to a college. I dont think Community Colleges work. I did my engineering at George Washington Uni in D.C
LolaLi said:Actually - community colleges are included in the FAFSA applications. So, you will be able to attend either a 2yr college or a 4yr university. The FAFSA form can now be filled out online -and it allows you to search for the name of the school you would like to attend - if the school is listed, then FAFSA can be used there. Check out the url for detailed information www.fafsa.ed.gov
Goodluck on your educational endeavors Asylee13. And Wantmygcnow - congrats on your BSSE! I love hearing about asylees who excel and not let the 'system' keep them down.
Asylee13 said:Petejengkol,
How did you did college without paying fees. Is there a special program for Asylees you would like to share , to pursue studies?
Asylee13 said:I am in the process of completing my Undergradution in computers. Right now i am completing my GE and lower divisional courses in commnity college (and paying the fee). I did apply for FAFSA in 2004. But isn't that just a way to get loan for anyone. You still have to pay that back. I am looking for some aid if any for my Upper divisional courses in state university , which are really really expensive. Is there any special grants for Asylees.
BTW how can i use FAFSA report i got after applying and how do we pay back???
Asylee13 said:I am in the process of completing my Undergradution in computers. Right now i am completing my GE and lower divisional courses in commnity college (and paying the fee). I did apply for FAFSA in 2004. But isn't that just a way to get loan for anyone. You still have to pay that back. I am looking for some aid if any for my Upper divisional courses in state university , which are really really expensive. Is there any special grants for Asylees.
BTW how can i use FAFSA report i got after applying and how do we pay back???
LolaLi said:I agree with Petejengkol - it is often best to attend state universities as they are cheaper and usually any FAFSA awards would be able to cover the entire tuition amount. Whereas if you went to a private school your FAFSA award may only cover a percentage of the tuition leaving you to handle the rest. State universities also have numerous internal scholarshsips available to eligible students. Though these scholarships don't pay much (often between $500 - 1000 per semester), a person can have more than one scholarship at a time. Check with your state university for a listing of all the available scholarships - and make sure you apply well in advance since the funds are limited.
I would also recommend folks to start off in a community college since it is much cheaper than the state university and courses taken there can be transfered to the local state university. Before you do this, you need to make sure you will be able to transfer to the school you want - and that the degree program you are enrolled in the community college matches up with your intended university degree. The good thing about community colleges are that they are so cheap - one can pay for them often without financial aid. And I can say with certainty that FAFSA will cover all of your expenses for community colleges since they are quite low.