Get Your Ssn As A Georgetown University Student

International students at Georgetown University may obtain a Social Security Number (SSN) if they have permission to work in the United States or if an SSN is required by a government agency. F-1 and J-1 students can work as Georgetown student employees during their studies, but J-1 students must obtain authorization from the Office of Global Services (OGS) before doing so. Both F-1 and J-1 students need help from their hiring employer to apply for an SSN. To apply, students must bring several original documents to their local Social Security Administration (SSA) office.

F-1 and J-1 students can work as Georgetown student employees during their program of study

F-1 and J-1 students at Georgetown University can work as student employees during their program of study. This includes work performed on the premises of Georgetown University, such as at the Law Center, Hilltop Campus, Capitol Campus, and the School of Continuing Studies. On-campus employment also includes work with on-location commercial firms that directly serve students on campus, like the bookstore, dining facilities, or gym.

F-1 students are authorized to work as Georgetown University student employees from 30 days before their Form I-20 program start date until their Form I-20 program end date or SEVIS termination date. F-1 students may work up to 20 hours per week during the academic term and may work full-time during official university breaks, such as winter break, spring break, and summer vacation.

J-1 students can begin on-campus employment on or after their program start date listed on their Form DS-2019. They must obtain on-campus employment authorization before their first day of employment and for any increase in hours during breaks. J-1 students can only be issued on-campus employment authorization for up to one year at a time.

Both F-1 and J-1 students need to apply for a Social Security Number (SSN) with the help of their hiring employer. To apply for an SSN, students must bring the following original documents to their local Social Security Administration (SSA) office:

• Form I-20 or Form DS-2019
• Most recent I-94 Entry Record
• F-1 On-Campus Employment Form or J-1 On-Campus Employment Authorization Form

It is recommended to type out and print the Social Security Card Application and sign it by hand. Students can apply for an SSN up to 30 days before their on-campus employment start date. The SSA will then verify the information, which typically takes 7-10 business days, and mail the Social Security Card to the applicant. Students will receive a receipt of application that can be used to begin work while waiting for their Social Security Card.

Students with F-1 status can work on-campus or off-campus with CPT or OPT authorisation

Students with F-1 status at Georgetown University can work on-campus or off-campus with CPT or OPT authorisation. To be eligible for CPT, students must have been in lawful, full-time status for one full academic year, be in good academic standing, and have been offered a position directly related to their major field of study. Additionally, they must be enrolled in an internship course or tutorial for credit, be required to participate in an internship, or need to complete a specific internship for their dissertation. CPT can be used to authorise a range of positions, including employment, internships, fellowships, and practicums.

The process for obtaining CPT authorisation involves submitting a completed CPT Request Form, the most recent I-94 Record, CPT quiz results, and an offer letter. There is no application fee for CPT, but if the student is enrolled in an internship class, Georgetown University may charge tuition for the course credit. It is important to note that CPT authorisation is valid only for a specific position, location, and duration.

On the other hand, OPT is an extension of F-1 status that authorises students to gain U.S. work experience after graduation in positions directly related to their major field of study. To be eligible for OPT, students must have completed one full academic year in good academic standing and can apply up to 90 days before or 60 days after their program completion date. The application process for OPT involves submitting an OPT Request Form, the most recent I-94 Record, and OPT Quiz results to the International Student & Scholar Services.

Both CPT and OPT allow students with F-1 status to gain valuable work experience related to their field of study, either during their studies or after graduation. It is important to carefully review the eligibility requirements and application processes for each option to make an informed decision about which authorisation best fits their needs.

J-1 students must obtain OGS authorisation before working as Georgetown student employees

J-1 students are eligible to work on-campus at Georgetown University, including at the Medical Centre and any on-site commercial entities that directly serve students. This also includes work with on-location commercial firms that provide direct services to students on campus, such as the bookstore, dining facilities, or gym. However, it is important to note that working for a bar review company does not qualify as on-campus employment.

J-1 students must obtain Office of Global Services (OGS) authorisation before working as Georgetown student employees. This authorisation is required for each new position and period of employment, and it cannot be issued for longer than one academic year. Students can request on-campus authorisation for positions that begin on or after their Form DS-2019 program start date, and it must be requested in advance.

In addition, J-1 students are limited to a total of 20 hours per week of employment and training during academic terms. They may work full-time on campus during official University breaks of at least one week, such as Winter, Spring, and Summer breaks. It is important to note that J-1 students cannot work on campus without authorisation after the termination or completion of their academic program.

To obtain OGS authorisation, J-1 students should follow these steps:

• Receive a job offer for on-campus employment at Georgetown University.
• Visit Employment Services in McDonough 583 to obtain a J-1 On-Campus Employment Authorisation Form.
• Have the form completed and signed by the hiring department, and printed on Georgetown letterhead.
• Visit the Office of Graduate & International Programs in Hotung 5000 to have an International Student Advisor sign the form.
• Keep the signed form as proof of J-1 employment authorisation in your personal immigration records.

Once J-1 students have obtained OGS authorisation, they can proceed with the Social Security Number (SSN) application process. They should use the Social Security Office Locator to find the most convenient Social Security Administration (SSA) office location. It is recommended to apply at the Washington, DC, office as the officers there are experienced in assisting F-1 and J-1 students.

For the SSN application, students will need to bring the following original documents to the SSA office:

• Completed Form SS-5
• J-1 On-Campus Work Authorisation Form
• Most recent I-94 Entry Record
• Form DS-2019 with AT Authorisation

The SSA will issue a receipt confirming the application, and the SSN card will arrive within a few weeks. This card must be presented to the I-9 Analyst in Human Resources.

It is important to note that new J-1 students should wait approximately one week after their on-campus authorisation start date for the SSA to recognise their J-1 status as active.

Students need to provide several original documents to their local Social Security Administration office

To apply for a Social Security Number (SSN), students at Georgetown University need to provide several original documents to their local Social Security Administration (SSA) office. This process typically applies to international students in F-1 and J-1 status who are authorised to work in the US.

The first step is to type out the Social Security Card Application before printing and signing it in ink. This must be submitted along with the following documents: Form I-20 or Form DS-2019, and the Most Recent I-94 Entry Record. Depending on the type of employment, students will also need to provide one of the following additional documents:

• F-1 On-Campus Employment: F-1 Social Security On-Campus Employment Form
• F-1 Curricular Practical Training (CPT): Form I-20 with CPT Authorisation
• F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT): OPT Employment Authorisation Document (EAD)
• J-1 On-Campus Employment: J-1 On-Campus Employment Authorisation Form
• J-1 Academic Training (AT): Form DS-2019 with AT Authorisation

It is important to note that F-1 students are authorised to work as Georgetown University student employees from 30 days before their Form I-20 program start date until their Form I-20 program end date or SEVIS termination date. J-1 students must obtain authorisation from the Office of Global Services (OGS) before working as Georgetown student employees.

The SSA will take around 7-10 business days to verify the information and then mail the Social Security Card to the applicant. Students will receive a receipt of application, which can be used to begin work while the application is pending. Upon receiving the Social Security Card, students must present it to their employer.

The SSA will mail the Social Security Card, which can take up to 10 business days to arrive

Once you have applied for an SSN, it typically takes the SSA around two weeks to process the application. The SSA will mail the Social Security Card to the address listed on your application form, and this can take up to 10 business days to arrive. You will be given a receipt of application that can be used to begin work while the application is pending. Once you receive your SSN, you must inform the Tax Accounting Office and your hiring department so they can update your forms.

If you have not received a Social Security Card in 30 days, you should see your IS Advisor. If the name listed on your I-94 Record, Form DS-2019/Form I-20, or passport does not match one another, or if your name is too long for the SAVE system, the Social Security Officer will not be able to verify your identity using the online system. Instead, the officer will have to fill out the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form G-845 and the Supplement to the G-845 (if applicable) and manually submit your documents to DHS for verification. This process will take a couple of weeks. If your documents need to be manually verified, you will be given an acknowledgment letter that contains your case reference number. Keep this acknowledgment letter in a safe place as you will need the case reference number to follow up if your Social Security Card has not arrived within the estimated processing time.

If you are an F-1 or J-1 student, your SEVIS record must be registered before you apply for an SSN. Generally, your SEVIS record is registered after you have attended orientation. F-1 students applying for an SSN to begin on-campus employment or CPT experience may submit an application for an SSN up to 30 days before the scheduled employment start date. F-1 students applying for an SSN to begin off-campus positions requiring an EAD, such as Pre-Completion or Post-Completion Optional Practical Training OPT or Work with an International Organization, are not permitted to apply for an SSN prior to the start date listed on the EAD.

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