How can I have the option of being able to offer an international a permanent faculty position at Texas State?
Consider and be aware of the Two-Year Home Country Present Requirement. Some J-1 Exchange Visitors have this requirement which prevents them from changing to another status, like H-1 or F-1. A J-1 can apply for a waiver of the requirement. However, once the waiver is approved, no more J-1 program e xtensions are permitted and the J-1 must immediately apply for a change of status. Timing is a real consideration in this scenario. In this case, think of starting with the H-1, instead of the J-1. The H-1 status enables an international to remain in the US for as long as six years, as long as he or she is working with the entity indicated on his or her valid H-1 approval notice. Contact Jon Ahlberg at International Office Texas State, if you want to consider the H-1 status option for a faculty or staff position in your department.
