Reading H1B Disclosure Data Like a Pro

H-1B disclosure data is the most underutilized weapon in an international candidate's arsenal. While most job seekers rely on Google searches and word-of-mouth to find sponsors, you can use publicly available government data to identify exactly which companies are sponsoring, for which roles, at what salaries, and in which locations. This chapter teaches you to read this data like a researcher, not a casual browser.

Understanding the Data Pipeline

Before diving into the data, understand how it is generated. The H-1B process creates a paper trail at several stages:

1. Labor Condition Application (LCA): Before an employer can file an H-1B petition, they must submit an LCA to the Department of Labor. This certifies that they will pay the prevai...