GUIDE TO HIRINGIMMIGRANTS

August 2019

W e l c o m e T L C h a s b e e n w o r k i n g s i n c e 2 0 1 3 t o a d v a n c e a ni n c l u s i v e a n d g l o b a l T o l e d o - L u c a s C o u n t y . W e a r e h o u s e d i n

T o l e d o - L u c a s C o u n t y P u b l i c L i b r a r y i n p a r t n e r s h i p w i t h L u c a sC o u n t y , a n d a r e g o v e r n e d b y a c r o s s - s e c t o r s t e e r i n g

c o m m i t t e e o f p a r t n e r s .

P A G E 0 2

W H Y H I R EI N T E R N A T I O N A L T A L E N T ?

STEM TalentInternational talent in Toledo has higherlevels of educational attainment,particularly in STEM, than the U.S.-bornpopulation. RetentionA recent study found that refugee employees consistently had turnover rates 7 to 15 percentage points lower than the overall workforce. Workplace DiversityA more diverse workplace can help attract and retain top talent, as well as drive creativity and innovation.

Global Supply ChainInternational talent can bring language,skills, local knowledge, and personal &professional connections to expediteproduct and service delivery. Consumer DiversityIf your consumer growth includesoverseas markets or diversecommunities within the US, internationaltalent understands these consumers andcan make your message resonate.

Nearly 4000 international students, about half studying in STEM fields, and nearly athird in business, marketing, and finance.Skilled immigrants who are work-authorized and trained in STEM fields or trades but currently underemployed.International employees of Toledo-based companies and their spouses.

Welcome TLC connects employers to work-authorized international talent in Toledo,highly skilled in STEM, business, and global languages and cultures to help meet yourhiring needs.

The international talent pool in Toledo is young, growing, and skilled in 

diverse sectors. Many potential employees are also fluent in English. 

Metro Toledo is home to:

P A G E 0 3

H I R I N G I N T E R N A T I O N A LT A L E N T

International StudentsHire international students currently studying at a U.S. institution as part of their study program--no lengthy sponsorship process required! RefugeesConsider resettled refugees--they do not require sponsorship, and they have brought their education,skills, and experience with them to the United States.

International Graduates"Try out" an international student before making an additional commitment to sponsor them for a longer -term visa. International students in most areas of study are eligible to work for 12 months after completing their degree at a U.S.  institution. STEM graduates can work  for up to 36 months! Legal Counsel Connect to legal counsel to help you identify different visa options for your talent needs.

Hiring international talent can make sense for a number of business reasons, but did you know that it really isn't as difficult as you may think? Here are four ways to make international talent work for you!

For questions, more information, or guidance on connecting with an immigrationattorney, please contact Welcome TLC's Workforce and Economic DevelopmentCommittee: Brittany Ford, Lucas County(419) 213-4539bford@co.lucas.oh.us Adapted with gratitude from the work of the St. Louis Mosaic Project.

Sarah Allan, LISC(419) 419-0828sallan@lisc.org

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