Case Western Reserve University routinely sponsors and/or employs international individuals for positions that qualify for certain visa categories. Our most commonly sponsored non-immigrant visa types include:
- H-1B
- J-1
- TN
- E-3
- O-1
Please refer to the chart below for further information.
Case Western Reserve University also employs those who hold a visa sponsored by a different institution if regulations allow for the employment. Such visas may include, but are not limited to:
- F1 OPT/STEM OPT
- J-1 Academic Training and Interns
- EAD Employment Authorization Documents
Sponsorship Process
At the discretion of the department in tandem with IHRS, Case Western Reserve University may decide to sponsor qualified individuals for non-immigrant visas for eligible positions. Whether to sponsor the visa is at the discretion of the department. Eligibility is determined by IHRS. Upon departmental and eligibility approval, the department will contact IHRS to initiate the visa sponsorship process.
In most cases, IHRS requires at least 3-6 months advanced notice to process a visa. It is highly recommended that departments and employees contact IHRS as soon as visa sponsorship becomes a consideration.
Depending on the visa type, fees, processing timeframes and processes may differ. IHRS will work with the department and employee/scholar to ensure all required documents and information is collected and will file the petition on the University and employee's behalf.
All questions should be directed to IHRS at visa@case.edu.
Visa Type |
Overview |
IHRS Lead Time Needed |
Maximum Time Limit |
J-1 Research Scholar/ Professor |
Research Scholars and Professors who engage in research and/or teaching positions at CWRU. |
At least 3 months prior to the anticipated start date. |
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J-1 Short-Term Scholar |
Research Scholars and Professors who engage in research and/or teaching positions for up to 6 months. |
At least 3 months prior to the anticipated start date. |
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J-1 Student Intern |
For students enrolled in degree program abroad coming to CWRU for an educational internship. |
At least 3 months prior to the anticipated start date. |
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H-1B Visa |
For faculty, staff and research appointees who are coming to CWRU temporarily to the United States to work in a specialty occupation. |
At least 6 months prior to the anticipated start date. |
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O-1 Visa |
For faculty, staff and researchers who are “individuals of extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, or education.” |
At least 6 months prior to the anticipated start date. |
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TN for Canadians and Mexicans |
For Mexican or Canadian citizens to be admitted to the United States to engage in "business activities at a professional level" in certain fields. |
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E-3 for Australians |
A temporary worker visa designated for Australian citizens coming temporarily to CWRU to work in a specialty occupation. |
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