SIUE Employment
J-1 scholars are not allowed to work at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville without prior authorization. Some scholars work at SIUE as part of their program. Never work at SIUE before first having it approved by your department and International Advisor. All employees of SIUE must fill out paperwork with Human Resources and apply for a Social Security Number (SSN). Human Resources will need a copy of your DS-2019 to prove your employment eligibility.
Unauthorized Employment
Scholars who do not receive prior written permission before participating in employment are engaging in illegal and unauthorized employment. This is a serious violation of your visa status and may result in termination of your SEVIS record.
J-1 scholars are not allowed to work off campus without prior authorization. In addition, off-campus work authorization cannot be approved unless the scholar is maintaining status and making progress in their program at SIUE. Never work off campus before first having it approved by your department and International Advisor.