F-1 to H-1b while in 1st year of study

[mani]

Hi,

I am applying for F-1 visa from my home country but if I get a job during my studies in US is it possible to do a change of status and get on H-1b while entering US on F-1.

Thanks.

[murphyd]

Yes, that's possible. You will have to file COS within US and find an employer who are willing to sponsor you H1b. Companies can start applying for H1b from April 2012 with start date of Oct 2012.