Hiring Process

Steps to Becoming Employed at UC

Getting a job and getting your first paycheck as a UC student employee takes time. You can expect the process to look something like this:  

  1. Determine what kinds of jobs you are eligible for
  2. Decide what kind of job you want
  3. Prepare a resume and cover letter tailored to what you are looking for
  4. Apply for one or more jobs
  5. Interview
  6. Accept a job offer
  7. Complete I-9 verification to be authorized to work
  8. Go through new employee orientation

Documents You Will Need

All new employees are required to complete I-9 verification within the first three business days of starting employment. This process ensures that an individual is authorized and eligible to work in the United States. A list of acceptable documents can be found on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services I-9 web page.

Domestic Students

When hired you will be required to submit identification documents as part of the I-9 process,. Examples of such documents include:

  • Passport or Passport Card
  • Photo ID plus Social Security Card
  • Photo ID plus Birth Certificate
  • Permanent Resident Card

International Students

To complete I-9 employment verification, F1 or J1 international students typically need to provide their passport, I-94 card and I-20 or DS-2019 form.
 
International students are required to submit the appropriate F1 or J1 Employment Onboarding Request in the iBearcatsGlobal system to be onboarded.
 
Visit UC International for more details about federal rules and regulations that apply to international students.