Additional work on H1-B

[Shreehari]

I am on H1-B with a company. My supervisor at University here from where I graduated (PhD) wants me to deliver a 4 hrs professional lecture during a series of professional lectures to engineering students/professionals. Can I accept that?

Any advice will be highly appreciated.

Shreehari

[topcatin]

My guess is this is a guest lecture and you are not getting paid or anything nor it is a job.
There are 2 things :
1. As long as it doesnt interfere with your work-schedule your fine.
2..Since this is just a lecture you can ask your company for permission? (not sure on this..but ur good on 1.)

[topcatin]

I would go ahead with the lecture coz this is your supervisor asking you and who has been with you through your Phd. Maintain a good relationship with your supervisors and professors.It is a good and definitely something you can add to your resume.

[waitin_toolong]

if you are going to be paid for it then they have to apply for a part-time H1B

[Shreehari]

Though I donot think that university will go for it and also approval wo'nt be before 2-3 months from USCIS?
Do I need approval from the employer for getting part time H1B by University?