H-1B Dismissed — Information Technology (2016): did not establish the proffered 'computer programmer'

Decision Summary

The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'computer programmer' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the petitioner did not demonstrate that a bachelor's degree is the normal minimum requirement for the position, citing the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook which states that some employers hire computer programmers with an associate's degree.

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