How could I (or you) get a job?
 

I'm in dire need of money, and I was wondering how any one of us could get a job.

I came to the US when I was 2 months old, and somehow my dad lost sponsorship for his greencard. Somehow, my entire family does have their own unique SSN. I don't think it was illegitimately obtained, as the process a long time ago was a bit different. My older sister uses her SSN to file taxes and work, and I was wondering how I could get a job. She herself spoke directly to her employer and he understands.

I was trying to apply for a job recently online, and it asked me what my status in the US was. I don't think I could write "undocumented immigrant" or lie that I am a US citizen. Is there any sugarcoated euphemism I could use? I'm taking a year off from school due to the poor economic conditions ($45,000+ USD private school expenses are a bit hard for my family to obtain right now), and I need to support myself on the other side of the country (originally from the west coast).

Note: Sorry about posting again about a topic greatly discussed. I felt as if I may not find another topic similar (using the search function) as I do have my own SSN.

Re: How could I (or you) get a job?
 

Ah! I'm going through the same thing, I DESPERATELY need a job and have a ssn... does yours say its not valid for employment??

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It doesn't... and it upsets me because I'd rather use it to work at a mentally stimulating job. I'm currently working below minimum wage at a cafe. My bosses treat me poorly, and it gets to me because I'm not working there because I'm stupid. I'm working there because I need money. *whining done*

Re: How could I (or you) get a job?
 

That sucks, but then again at least you HAVE a job. What I dont understand is how it doesn't say its not valid for employment?

I was going to do agricultural labor but I wasn't able to because of some family issues, now I'm just waiting on my LAST scholarship to come in.

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My mother always told me never to compare myself with people who are less fortunate than I am. Apparently that would lower my standards and goals. In our native language, she asked me, "Why would you want to compare yourself with dog sh**? Are you dog sh**?" Apparently looking upwards is the way to go, and so I'm not really satisfied with "having a job." Ridicule and curse at me please... ;)

My social security card says that I can work with INS authorization, but it doesn't state that I am not qualified for work at all. Is this different from your SSN?

Re: How could I (or you) get a job?
 

Oh, i won't! That's actually a good outlook, never thought about it that way!

Yeah, mine says its not valid for employment above the nine digits...

Re: How could I (or you) get a job?
 

talk to people. seriously. walk around town and if you see some one working ask them what they do, be friendly, give them your # and tell them if they ever need a hand to give you a call, you can pay me $__.__ per day.

Re: How could I (or you) get a job?
 

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Anyways, anyone have a real answer for us two?

Re: How could I (or you) get a job?
 

maybe your sister can help.

Re: How could I (or you) get a job?
 

heck, I've been asking the exact same question, atleast you have a job to complain about