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Hmmm, interesting point. I wonder if it really matters. I put that there only so they know I'm a U.S. citizen and hence have legal right to work there. Can you
by benhoyt 17y ago
Hmmm, interesting point. I wonder if it really matters. I put that there only so they know I'm a U.S. citizen and hence have legal right to work there. Can you suggest a succinct alternative?
- dangoldin 17y agoIt's illegal to ask but it's not illegal for you to disclose that you are eligible to work so there's nothing wrong with keeping it.
- Imprecate 17y agoIt's legal to disclose one's religion, marital status, and sexual orientation on a resume as well, but I think it would scare a hiring manager off. Saying you're eligible to work somewhere is different than disclosing your nationality. One is a material part of the hiring process; the other is something people discriminate on. Stick to the things that actually affect job performance. It keeps the process fair for everyone.
- alexgartrell 17y agoU.S. Citizen
- tokenadult 17y agoCan you suggest a succinct alternative? "Authorized to work in the United States." Yes, I am a lawyer, and I used to practice immigration law.
- benhoyt 17y agoThanks -- I've updated it.