We’re welcoming a new J-1 cohort the week of June 3, and I want to make sure we’re smoothing the common HR snags — think SSA timing (that 10-business-day wait after entry), I-9 document questions, or pay setup — what would you like us to prep or clarify, and would a short Wednesday 4 pm ET drop-in help?
One thing that’s saved my J‑1s: before the SSA visit, have them print the latest I‑94 from I94 - Official Website and check SAVE is updated; even with the “10‑business‑day wait,” if SAVE shows them, the counter trip is painless. Small caveat: some SSA offices still insist on waiting regardless, so a quick call the morning of helps. Could the Wednesday 4 pm ET drop‑in include a 5‑minute “what to bring to SSA/I‑9” walkthrough?
For pay setup, could we add a quick GLACIER/Sprintax walkthrough; link IRS “nonresident” W‑4: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/n1392.pdf? Wednesday 4 pm work?