• 9 digit numbers generally assigned to people who are authorized to work in the United States. (Example 995-35-1122)
• Used to report your earnings to the US government

DO I NEED A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER?

• If you DO NOT plan to work while you study, then you DO NOT need a social security number
• If you DO plan to work while you study, then you DO need a social security number

WHEN CAN I APPLY FOR A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER?

• You can apply 10 days after you enter the US.
• You must have a job offer BEFORE you can apply for a social security card.

HOW DO I APPLY FOR A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER?

• Complete an Application for a Social Security Card. (Come by the ISS or go to http://www.ssa.gov/online/ss-5.pdf)
• Obtain a Certificate of On-Campus Employment Eligibility Form from the ISS
• Obtain a job offer letter from your employer.

WHERE DO I APPLY FOR A SOCIAL SECURITY CARD?

Social Security Administration Office
2708 East Parkway Drive
Russellville, AR 72802
Phone Number: (479)968-2762
Toll-Free: 1-800-772-1213

What documents do I take to the Social Security Office?

• Application for Social Security Card
• Certificate of On-Campus Employment Eligibility Form from the ISS
• Job Offer Letter
• Current Visa
• Current Passport
• Current I-20
• Current I-94 Number

WHERE CAN I WORK?

• Students may work anywhere ON-CAMPUS
• Off-campus work is only allowed:

1. Internships CPT (Curricular Practical Training)

2. Economic Hardship **

3. During OPT (Optional Practical Training)

HOW MANY HOURS PER WEEK CAN I WORK?

• Students may work ON-CAMPUS up to 20 hours per week while school in session.
• During vacations and breaks, students may work ON-CAMPUS 28 hours per week, according to university policy.

 

On Campus Employment Eligibility Form

Job Offer Letter Example

Social Security Orientation

 

** The application must be sent to the Department of Homeland Security with the assistance of the ISS