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For immigrants in the U.S., there are so many roadblocks to landing jobs that match your experience. Hiring biases, limited professional networks, and unfamiliar credentials put up barriers between you and the jobs you deserve.
What are you waiting for?
What you get with UpGlo Direct
Networking & Training
Professional networking, interview preparation, and skill building opportunities with leading U.S. companies.
1:1 Career Coaching
Individualized guidance on how to find, land and prepare for the job you deserve – and a coach who will cheer you on every step of the way.
Industry-specific Career Services
Specialized opportunities for networking and skill-building in high-demand industries like business, healthcare, and technology.
U.S. Job Readiness Training
Self-guided online course to expand your understanding of the U.S. job search process and the expectations of American recruiters.
For Ukrainians
We offer coaching and resources for Ukrainians looking to restart their careers in Poland.
PLEASE NOTE: UpGlo Direct is not a placement agency.
Visa Requirements
See the full list of eligible visas by scrolling through the dropdown below:
Green card
Select an option
Green card
I-94 holder
IW
Pending asylum with EAD
SI or SQ
TPS
T-1/T-2
U
L2
J2
H4
EB-1, EB-2, EB-3
K1
K3
U.S. Citizen
All green cards, such as CR-1, DV, F3, F4, IR-1, IR-5, SB, etc.
Refugee, asylee, SIV, or parolee with Temporary Work Authorization
Spouse of a deceased U.S. citizen
An asylum review has been filed, evaluation is underway, and *you have received your EAD*. You will be asked if your case is affirmative and if you are working with a lawyer
Special Immigrant Visa
Temporary Protected Status
Victim of human trafficking/ spouse of a victim of human trafficking who has *already received a three-year EAD*
Victim of criminal activity/ spouse of a victim of criminal activity who has *already received a two-year EAD*
Partner of Employer-sponsored visa
Spouse of Exchange Visitor
Spouse of an H1-B visa holder
Employment-based visa for extraordinary ability
Fiancee of a U.S. citizen awaiting green card
Spouse of a U.S. citizen awaiting approval of I-130 Petition/ Green card
You qualify for one-on-one career coaching if you:
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Arrived in the U.S. within the last 10 years.
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Have a work authorization through any one of the visas listed on the left.
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Have a bachelor’s degree or professional training equivalent.
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Have a working level of English.
Don’t meet the above requirements?
That’s ok – our learning platform with tons of helpful resources is free and accessible to all. Click the button below to register for access.
Program steps
We’re so glad you found us. Here are the steps to get started with our career coaching program:
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Sign up
Make sure you qualify by meeting the eligibility requirements listed above, then sign up!
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Onboarding
You’ll be invited to a virtual onboarding session where you’ll be asked to verify your degree, work permit, and address.
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Preparation
You’ll receive access to our resume creation tool and a 4.5-hour, self-paced online job-readiness course.
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Career coaching
The fun begins! Meet your coach and work with them to develop a personalized plan. You’ll get access to our employer network, as well as free training and certifications.
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Join our employer network
Talk to your coach about joining the UpGlo Talent Network to share your resume with our network of employer partners.