Should I stay in US or return to India?
Hi everyone,
I’m currently working in the US in tech. My STEM OPT begins in a few weeks. I missed my first h1b lottery because I did not have a full time job that time. I searched like crazy and I kinda have one now but the company is saying they’ll keep me until my STEM gets over and then that’s it since they do not want to sponsor h1b. I accepted it because obviously it’s better than nothing. I know I can start searching for a new job that will sponsor but what are the chances I’ll find one because I’ve heard companies hesitate to take anyone who are on STEM OPT. I feel like my mental health will deteriorate just seeing other people getting their h1bs while I’m stuck here counting down the days until my STEM OPT ends. I wish I had gotten lucky getting a job that sponsors. All my friends got good jobs and already got selected in the lottery as well while here I am struggling. I’m seriously considering moving back to India just so I cannot get used to this place and the eventual move will not feel as bad but I’m so confused about what to do. Should I give it my all and try my best to find another job here which will sponsor(seems impossible) or should I just start thinking about moving back to India and start searching for a job there? To give some background, I have a MS in CS and came here directly after my bachelors. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks!