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Alternative to H1B for Machine Learning Engineers at Uber Using Day 1 CPT: Pros and Cons
Learn about Day 1 CPT at Uber for machine learning engineers, including H1B paths, equity negotiations, and common rejection reasons.
FAQ
Does Day 1 CPT guarantee a path to H1B at Uber? No. It only grants a 90‑day work window; Uber requires a separate H1B filing by April 1 2025, and failure to file results in termination.
Can I negotiate equity when I’m on Day 1 CPT? Yes, but expect a lower grant—0.03 % versus 0.04 % for H1B hires—as demonstrated in the September 2024 committee decision.
What is the most common reason Uber rejects a Day 1 CPT candidate? The hiring committee cites “insufficient compliance plan” when the candidate cannot articulate a concrete handoff for the CPT expiry, a failure that cost Rahul Patel’s peer a “no‑hire” vote in the Q2 2024 loop.
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