Frequently Asked Questions

Purpose Connect is designed for U.S. employers of all sizes that want to recruit, hire, and retain international talent. This includes startups, small and midsize businesses, corporations, healthcare organizations, nonprofits, and other employers seeking skilled talent.

Employers can connect with international students, recent graduates, and professionals across a variety of academic backgrounds, skill sets, and career stages. Candidate profiles include relevant career and work authorization information to help employers identify talent that aligns with their workforce needs.

No. Many international students and professionals already have U.S. work authorization and may be able to work for an employer without immediate visa sponsorship. Examples can include eligible students and graduates working through CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT. Because every individual's circumstances are different, employers should consult a qualified immigration attorney when determining specific immigration or sponsorship requirements.

Purpose Connect makes work authorization information easier to understand during the recruiting process. Candidate profiles and platform tools provide visibility into relevant work authorization information, helping employers make more informed recruiting decisions and identify when additional immigration guidance may be needed.

Purpose Connect offers employer plans designed for different hiring needs and organization sizes. Employers can choose from quarterly or annual options, with features that may include candidate access, job postings, talent matching, work authorization insights, and additional workforce support. Visit our Pricing page for current plans and features.

Yes. Purpose Connect offers both quarterly and annual employer billing options, allowing organizations to choose the commitment and payment structure that best fits their hiring needs and budget.

No. Purpose Connect provides immigration-aware workforce information and tools, but Purpose Connect is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. When legal guidance is needed, employers can find licensed immigration attorneys on Purpose Connect and request a consultation.

Yes. Employers can browse licensed immigration attorneys on Purpose Connect and request a consultation about sponsorship, work authorization, immigration strategy, or an employee’s specific circumstances. The attorney decides whether to take the consultation, and any engagement, fees, and legal services are arranged directly with the attorney, not through Purpose Connect.

Purpose Connect supports employers beyond recruiting by helping them better understand the international talent experience, work authorization considerations, and potential immigration-related milestones. Our goal is to help employers create a more informed and supportive employee experience while connecting them with additional professional support when needed.