Profile Submission, Screening, and Immigration Q&A – Comprehensive Notes
Utility Bill Submission Requirements
- Only utility bills are accepted as address proof when submitting documents.
- Ensure the bill is dated within the last one month (i.e.
\leq 30 days old).
- Double-check that the name on the bill matches the name on the submission profile.
Profile Submission & Record-Keeping Protocol
- Maintain a detailed, up-to-date Excel sheet for each profile submitted.
- Mandatory columns:
- Candidate name (as on resume).
- Date of submission \text{(dd/mm/yyyy)}.
- Client name / project.
- Prime vendor name.
- Recruiter or manager who submitted the profile.
- Screening date (once arranged).
- Send a confirmation email to the team containing:
- Candidate name.
- Date & time of submission.
- Client enrolled.
- Prime vendor involved.
- Keep copies of all correspondence (emails, chat logs, attachments) in a centralized folder or file manager.
Screening Call Preparation (Typical Questions)
- Immigration & work authorization:
- "What is your current visa status?"
- "When did you enter the US and on which visa?"
- "Are you willing to provide your passport number?"
- "Can you work on W!!2?"
- Current engagement:
- "When is your current project ending?"
- "Are you still working there? If yes, explain your current responsibilities."
- Availability & logistics:
- Requested time slots for interview.
- Preference for on-site vs. remote work.
- Motivation / job-change rationale:
- "What is the reason for this short change?"
- Personal identifiers:
- Last four digits of SSN if required by the client.
Questionnaire Preparation Process (For Technical Screening)
- Gather sample resumes related to the specific technology stack (e.g. .NET developer) from the internal ISB database or higher IP archive.
- Use Ctrl+F to locate and copy key technical terms, frameworks, and tools mentioned across multiple resumes.
- Download the resumes to the file manager.
- Create a Word or WordPad document and:
- Paste each technical term.
- Add a one-sentence explanation of usage / context beside every term.
- Structure the questionnaire in three prompt blocks:
- Introduction Prompt: asks the candidate to introduce themselves based on the resume.
- Technical Points & Usage Prompt: requests detailed explanations of each tool/technology relevant to the client’s environment.
- Recent Client Details Prompt: drills into the most recent client/project—objectives, environment, team size, challenges, achievements.
- Append conclusion questions:
- "Is this a new project or an existing application?"
- "What future enhancements or features are planned?"
- "Do you have any questions for us?"
- Finish with filler / compliance questions (passport, W-2, timeline, etc.) to capture mandatory HR data.
Timeline & Visa / Green-Card Scenarios (Illustrative Examples)
- Date of first US entry: 02/2017 on H!1!B.
- Green-card path example 1:
- Filed I\text{-}140 through employer.
- Approved under EB\,3 category.
- Received GC; later shifted to E\,P1 / E\,P2 / E\,P3 as applicable.
- Green-card path example 2 (Derivative Applicant):
- Came to the US on H!1!B.
- Married a green-card holder in 2020.
- Spouse held an approved I\text{-}140 under EB\,3 → derivative code E\,39.
- Obtained own GC as derivative (E\,39 class).
- Family-based scenario:
- Married a US citizen → received CR\,6 (two-year conditional).
- Filed I\text{-}751 to remove conditions → permanent GC upon approval.
Sample Answers to Common Immigration Questions
- "How did you obtain your GC?"
- "I was selected in the H!1!B lottery while working in India, joined the US client in 2017, filed my I\text{-}140 under EB\,3, and received my green card once it was approved."
- "Explain your derivative E\,39 status."
- "My spouse’s I\text{-}140 was approved in EB\,3. As a derivative applicant I was classified under E\,39 and received my GC accordingly."
Reason for Project Change (Suggested Response)
- "I have successfully completed the system-development phase of my previous project. I am now seeking a new opportunity that allows me to grow further, tackle new challenges, and contribute to impactful solutions."
- Emphasize desire for skill growth, alignment with company goals, and readiness for immediate contribution.
Practical & Administrative Reminders
- Always save questionnaires and resume versions using a clear naming convention (e.g. _v.docx).
- Use Ctrl+P → Save as PDF to preserve layout before sharing.
- Store any chat transcripts or WhatsApp voice notes related to submissions in the same project folder for audit readiness.
- Confirm every scheduled screening with both candidate and vendor to avoid no-shows.
Closing & Next Steps
- Ask candidates: "Do you have any final questions for us?"—encourages engagement and uncovers hidden concerns.
- Thank all participants and reiterate next milestone (e.g. client interview date, documentation deadlines).
- End communications with a courteous sign-off: "Thank you, looking forward to working with you."