Thursday, 21 August, 2025
Big Tech Accused of Circumventing H-1B Rules via “Immigration” Job Ads
Major U.S. tech firms are under fire for allegedly sidestepping H-1B visa rules by placing mandatory newspaper job ads—Intended to reach U.S.-born workers—that instead redirect candidates to "immigration" or "global mobility" teams, suggesting a hidden bias in favor of foreign hires. Critics warn such methods bypass fair hiring regulations, especially amid widespread layoffs. Notable examples include OpenAI, Instacart, and Udemy, all flagged for questionable recruitment practices.
Read full story at Economic Times