Keys to Obtaining and Managing International Workers

by Becky Bills and Ingrid Gabriel
work around the planet, ltd. co.
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Developing the kind of expertise necessary to implement international work and training programs can be a daunting task. The complexities inherent in immigration policies, State Department and homeland security rules and regulations, obtaining visas, and communicating with embassies requires considerable knowledge, precise organizational skills and persistence. 

To achieve an optimum match between employers and international workers, it is important to choose the appropriate sponsor, recruiter or international work program provider. These organizations perform the critical tasks of recruiting, screening, processing visas, coordinating worker arrival and supporting both you and your employees. All are vital components in ensuring your successful work season. It is the objective of this article to outline specific strategies for evaluating your employment needs and selecting an international worker program provider. 

Compare Your Visa Options

With so many different visa options available, employers may be confused by the unique advantages of various programs. Not all companies offer education or information that assists in determining the options best suited to the employer’s staffing needs.

We recognize that clear information is difficult to find from informal sources, such as through Internet searches. Additionally, government information can be complicated, and may require assistance from an attorney, or other experts, to submit documents to the governing entity.
 

Interview International Work Providers
A variety of agencies and companies can recruit and secure international employees for your staff.  These include immigration attorneys; State Department designated sponsors and international work visa provider companies. As an employer reliant on the judgment of the sponsor, attorney or international work provider, you need assurance that you’re working with a reliable company that can meet your staffing requirements.