apply jobs while on AOS?

[dwarf 0]

I know the waiting time is really long. I just can't help it being the guy and my wife is the one working , with me left at home sitting and doing nothing.

Is there any company who are willing to hire/recruit people who are in AOS status? The wait is just killing...

is EAD only my key to get accepted to work? does some company employ you while waiting for it???

any inputs..thanks

[Inky 1,111]

You cannot be employed without an EAD. You cannot be hired without one and many places will not even interview you if you do not have it.

You can look for jobs but I wouldn't bother applying to them. 99% of the job applications ask if you are legally able to work and you will have to respond no. If you cant work they don't waste time with an application.

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

I know the waiting time is really long. I just can't help it being the guy and my wife is the one working , with me left at home sitting and doing nothing.

Is there any company who are willing to hire/recruit people who are in AOS status? The wait is just killing...

is EAD only my key to get accepted to work? does some company employ you while waiting for it???

any inputs..thanks

It is illegal for you to work, and them to hire you, if you do not have your EAD or green card. You can look for work, and if someone wants to hire you, you will need to explain to them that you won't be able to start working until you have your EAD or green card. An SSN alone is not enough.

[dwarf 0]

It is illegal for you to work, and them to hire you, if you do not have your EAD or green card. You can look for work, and if someone wants to hire you, you will need to explain to them that you won't be able to start working until you have your EAD or green card. An SSN alone is not enough.

looking at your timeline, I can see a wait period of at least two months for the EAD/AP. Btw, what did your partner do then during those 2 months of waiting? anything keeping his/her busy?

[dwarf 0]

You cannot be employed without an EAD. You cannot be hired without one and many places will not even interview you if you do not have it.

You can look for jobs but I wouldn't bother applying to them. 99% of the job applications ask if you are legally able to work and you will have to respond no. If you cant work they don't waste time with an application.

even for those blue collar jobs they will still require it? even like part time jobs?

[Harsh_77 718]

I know the waiting time is really long. I just can't help it being the guy and my wife is the one working , with me left at home sitting and doing nothing.

Is there any company who are willing to hire/recruit people who are in AOS status? The wait is just killing...

is EAD only my key to get accepted to work? does some company employ you while waiting for it???

any inputs..thanks

You are not allowed to work while on AOS, does not matter if someone would hire or not hire.

Legally you cannot work until you have your EAD.

[paojack 41]

even for those blue collar jobs they will still require it? even like part time jobs?

A job is a job. Bottom line: Not allowed to work AT ALL until you get the EAD or GC.

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

looking at your timeline, I can see a wait period of at least two months for the EAD/AP. Btw, what did your partner do then during those 2 months of waiting? anything keeping his/her busy?

We enjoyed the time we finally got to have together. We were in a relationship for many years before the immigration process and were just happy to no longer be separated. That being said, he fixed stuff around the house, did yard work, etc.

[Inky 1,111]

even for those blue collar jobs they will still require it? even like part time jobs?

Yes part time jobs require it. I applied for many part time jobs with their forms asking for status in the USA and if you are legal to work.

It is what it is, you are just not legal and you cannot work or be hired /employed until you have your EAD / SSN.

[kcoyclay1 98]

looking at your timeline, I can see a wait period of at least two months for the EAD/AP. Btw, what did your partner do then during those 2 months of waiting? anything keeping his/her busy?

This is the side of marriage that requires understanding. There's a process taking place and patience is key. The male ego is fragile, however you can prove yourself as the great provider you desire to show her that you can be when the process is completed and you are authorized to work. Occupy yourself by being the best homemaker you can be and show her how much you appreciate her for providing while you wait. Remember this marriage is for good times and bad, employment, unemployment, waiting on authorization, sickness, health, richer, or poorer. The delay is just a stage in the immigration process. Don't allow these feelings to absorb you. If you can cook, get some recipes and try something new as a surprise meal. Don't burn the house down (smile). She will appreciate a little candlelight, a massage, a good listener, and cuddling when she gets home. That spells appreciation.

Enjoy the newness of your life together. When you start working, you'll be craving these quiet times. Consider it your pre-work vacation and a time to knock her socks off with an abundance of attention.

Edited May 1, 2012 by kcoyclay1

[merkin&regine 18]

I know the waiting time is really long. I just can't help it being the guy and my wife is the one working , with me left at home sitting and doing nothing.

Is there any company who are willing to hire/recruit people who are in AOS status? The wait is just killing...

is EAD only my key to get accepted to work? does some company employ you while waiting for it???

any inputs..thanks

Working without EAD could even jeopardize your AOS, they can deny AOS if you work illegally, I suggest we wait.

Good Luck!

Edited May 2, 2012 by merkin78