What are the requirements you worked on so far?
All the regular IT Technologies like Java, .Net, QA, ERP Technologies like SAP,
Peoplesoft and Datawarehouse technologies like ETL, Business Analyst, and Project
Manager, Informatica, Datastage, Teradata and also database technologies like SQL,
Oracle and DB2. Worked with the operating systems Linux, UNIX, Windows and also
· Once I start my computer I will get open requirements to my official id from my
Account manager
· After getting a requirement from my account manager I will start analyzing the
requirement clearly.
· If I will get any doubts regarding the requirement, I will directly ask my account
manager to clear my doubts.
· After getting a clear idea about the requirement, I will start working on the
requirement.
· I will prepare the Boolean search string according to the requirement and also
according to the skill set, then I will copy the search string from my notepad and will
paste it on the job boards like Monster and CareerBuilder.
· If I’m getting good profiles, then that will be fine i will pick up the best profile, I will try to reach that consultant, and communicate with that particular consultant through phone by explaining about the Job Description clearly, I will discuss the JD with a consultant. If he is comfortable with the requirement then I will send rate confirmation then I will submit him
· After getting rate confirmation and complete details from the consultant, I will
forward it to the client through my A/C Manager.
Learn About:
What is RTR (Right to Represent)?
RTR - in simplest terms, a contract between a candidate and a recruitment agency
which tells the hiring company that the recruiter has found a candidate suitable for the
role and that the candidate agrees to be represented for a specific opportunity by the
Recruiter
The Right to Represent gives the Recruiter the EXCLUSIVE RIGHT to represent you
to a given company for the purposes of a job. After you sign this, that company now
acts as your personal agent with that given company for a certain period of time -
varies by contract and by state
How many states are there in the US?
50 States are there in the US
How many time zones are there in the US?
There are 9 time zones by law in the USA and its dependencies; however, adding the time zones of 2 uninhabited US territories gives 11 time zones in total.
The 4 Major US contiguous Time zones followed by EST, CST, MST, and PST
What are the major portals you have used so far?
Monster, Dice, Techfetch, Jobdiva, Linkedin and Careerbuilder, etc..,
What is NDA?
A non-disclosure agreement (NDA), also known as a confidentiality agreement (CA),
confidential disclosure agreement (CDA), proprietary information agreement (PIA), or
secrecy agreement is a legal contract between at least two parties that outlines
confidential material, knowledge, or information that the parties wish to share with
one another for certain purposes, but wish to restrict access to or by third parties.
It is a contract through which the parties agree not to disclose information covered by the
agreement.
- An NDA creates a confidential relationship between the parties to protect any type of confidential and proprietary information or trade secrets. As such, an NDA protects non-public business information.
- NDAs are commonly signed when two companies, individuals, or other entities (such as partnerships, societies, etc.) are considering doing business and need to understand the processes used in each other's business for the purpose of evaluating the potential business relationship.
- NDAs can be "mutual", meaning both parties are restricted in their use of the materials provided, or they can restrict the use of material by a single party. It is also possible for an employee to sign an NDA or NDA-like agreement with an employer.
- In fact, some employment agreements will include a clause restricting employees' use and dissemination of company-owned confidential information.
By asking a few questions as below:
· DOB
· When did he enter the US?
· Through which visa he entered in US
· When did he get his H1-B, LinkedIn ID
· Some questions related to his experience
· Taking 2 or 3 official references from a consultant from his last 2 projects.
What are the tax terms are in the US?
W2, 1099 and Corp-Corp
What are the things /information you will collect while doing a submission?
Depends upon the company this information will be changed.
For Example:
· Full Name
· Last 4 digits of SSN
· DOB
· Current Location
· Home Phone & Cell Phone
· E-mail address
· Current Employer
· Work Authorization
· Total yrs of IT exp
· Skills
· Expected Salary/ Rate
· Relocation ( Yes or No)
· Availability/Notice period
· Preferable time for discussion
· Reason of looking out for change
· Any vacation plans in first year?
· 3 Official references from your last 3 projects
· Official References Includes:
What is the max validity of an H1'B?
The general rule is that the maximum period of stay in H1B visa status is six years.
H1B visa holders are eligible for a total maximum stay of six years. The six-year limit
includes time spent on the H1B visa with another employer. The initial H1B petition
may cover a period of up to three years.
What is EAD?
EAD, or employment authorization document, is a document issued by USCIS that
allows people who already hold a US visa to work legally in the US. The H-1B visa
allows a highly qualified individual who holds a job offer from a US company to live
and work in the US.
What are the different types of VISA'S are there in the USA?
F1, CPT, OPT, EAD, H1B, L1, H4, L2, GC, GC-EAD, TN1, TN1, E-3, and US Citizen
What is the max validity of an H1'B?
The general rule is that the maximum period of stay in H1B visa status is six years.
H1B visa holders are eligible for a total maximum stay of six years. The six-year limit
includes time spent on the H1B visa with another employer. The initial H1B petition
may cover a period of up to three years.
What is meant by Boolean Search String?
The string is nothing but a, its a type search criteria to find out the resumes from Job
Portals using AND, OR, NOT . “ “.
Can we consider an H1'B consultant for a W2 requirement?
Generally, we can’t consider an H1-B Candidate for a W2 Requirement, but if he/She is
ready to transfer his/her H1-B to our Payroll, then we can consider him/her.
Can we consider an 'OPT' consultant for C2C/W2/1099?
We can’t consider an 'OPT’ consultant for 1099 but we can consider an OPT candidate
for C2C and W2, That’s all depends upon the client.
What is SSN?
In the United States, a Social Security number (SSN) is a nine-digit number issued
to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and temporary (working) residents under section
205(c)(2) of the Social Security Act, codified as 42 U.S.C. § 405(c)(2). The number is
issued to an individual by the Social Security Administration, an independent agency
of the United States government. Its primary purpose is to track individuals
for Security purposes.
· A Social Security number may be obtained by applying on Form SS-5, "Application
for A Social Security Number Card".
· Example of SSN Number: 721-07-2456
What is W2, C2C and 1099?
W2: Form W-2 is an Internal Revenue Service tax form used in the United States to
report wages paid to employees and the taxes withheld from them.
· Employers must complete a Form W-2 for each employee to whom they pay a salary, wage, or other compensation as part of the employment relationship.
· A W2 hire by a company is a direct permanent hire and W2 refers to the IT form that is filled out by the company and handed over to the employee when its time to file the taxes for the year.
C2C is basically the sub-contractor format of hire where a comp routes the hire
thru' a consulting company and a retainer or a certain amount of money, often called
the "contracted amt" , is given by the company to the consulting company.
· The consulting company would be paying its employee who works for the company, an amount after deducting taxes,its rate of profit for the contract and any other legal charges.
· Essentially, the employee is an employee of the consulting comp and he or she will get a W2 from the consulting company.
1099 is also an IT form like the W2 that is used by direct contractors - ie not
by those who are going thru' consulting companies. 1099 is given to the direct
A contractor by the company that uses his or her services
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