sustained
H-1B
sustained H-1B Case: Engineering
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the petitioner provided credible and detailed descriptions of the proffered position's duties. The AAO found that the focus on complex construction/engineering projects was sufficient to establish that the position requires a body of highly specialized knowledge and a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty, thereby qualifying it as a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Highly Specialized Knowledge Bachelor'S Or Higher Degree Requirement Position Complexity
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