u/Sadidalamaz

Applied on June 8th.

Biometrics July 21st.

I-140 PD is June 2024. I know it's too early to get an approval. But how are we doing? Does anyone have any update on EAD? Can I expect an approval in September/October? Just want to know your thoughts.

My pp clock started from June 10th. Since then, complete silence. Today I got a silent Api update. Does that mean the case will approve soon? Did anyone from July 10th get any update like that?

Hey all, is there any watch party in Athens tonight with a big screen?

I applied for STEM OPT on May 9th (PP), Biometrics on June 10th (pp clock restarted). Still not approved yet.

In the meantime, I applied for I-485 on June 8th (Received date). Did not get biometrics yet. I almost lost my job at that time, so I had no way but to apply for I-485.

Now my question is, could my STEM OPT be conflicted or denied with my pending I-485? Anyone have the same experience? I would really appreciate your input.

Hello everyone,

I recently received a job offer from a mid-size company based in South Dakota. The initial offer was 94k base, with 5k relocation reimbursement and a company car for one year (no travel required); during the interview, I told them I don't have a car and it would be nice if I could use a company car for 6 months until I save some money.

For the first round of negotiation, I asked for an increase in base pay but didn't give them any numbers. I also asked if there was any bonus and yearly salary increase. As it was not there in the initial offer.

Then, I received an updated offer where they did not increase the base. However, they offered me 5k upfront as relocation assistance, a 6k increase in base pay, and a 3k bonus after 1 year.

But I really want the base pay to be $105K (I didn't want to go to the next tax bracket). Should I do another negotiation? or just accept it?

A little about me: I am an international student. I was always in academia. I have a DVM (outside the US), an MS (outside the US), and a PhD (US) and am doing my Postdoc (US) now. This is my first industry job. I always wanted to shift to industry. Was applying for jobs for the last 6 months. I am so broke. I really need this job. and don't want to lose it. So, should I push for more or stop here and accept the offer.

Please help me.