Jennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services | https://medium.com/the-u-s-digital-service/meet-the-dhs-digital-service-champions-may-2018-caee7dade2b
Jennifer B. Higgins, Deputy Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services | https://medium.com/the-u-s-digital-service/meet-the-dhs-digital-service-champions-may-2018-caee7dade2b
Employers are classified under industries based on their reported operations and may be involved in multiple industries.
The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in specialty occupations requiring specialized knowledge and at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. It is designed to address skill gaps in the U.S. workforce while ensuring wage standards to protect both U.S. and H-1B workers. Employers must certify that they will pay H-1B workers wages equal to or greater than those of similarly qualified U.S. employees or the prevailing local wage.
The average approval rate for H-1B petitions across the United States in 2024 stood at 98%, slightly higher than 2023's 97.3%.
Compared to 2023, the Retail Trade sector in the Downriver Today publication area saw an increase in the number of H-1B petitions during 2024.
The United States admits around 1 million legal immigrants annually, most of whom receive permanent residence (green cards) through family sponsorship or employment-based visas. In 2023, about 1.2 million immigrants were granted green cards, a return to pre-pandemic levels. Temporary visa programs, such as the H-1B for highly skilled workers and H-2A for seasonal agricultural workers, also play a critical role in filling workforce needs.
Public opinion on immigration varies, with 46% of Americans favoring maintaining current legal immigration levels, according to a 2024 Pew Research Center survey. Additionally, 42% believe that highly skilled workers, such as scientists, doctors, and programmers, should be prioritized for legal immigration, compared to 25% who prioritize workers filling labor shortages and 19% who emphasize family sponsorship. Despite this, family sponsorship remains the most common path to permanent residency, accounting for 63% of green cards issued in 2023.
The data in this article comes from the H-1B Employer Data Hub provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). While USCIS strives for accuracy, manual data entry and errors on paper forms submitted by applicants or petitioners may result in discrepancies in employer names, tax IDs, locations, or other details.
| Rank | Industry | Total Petitions | % of All Submissions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manufacturing | 32 | 57.1% | 96.9% | 3.1% |
| 2 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 11 | 19.6% | 100% | 0% |
| 3 | Health Care and Social Assistance | 5 | 8.9% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Information | 2 | 3.6% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Educational Services | 2 | 3.6% | 100% | 0% |
| 6 | Retail Trade | 1 | 1.8% | 100% | 0% |
| 6 | Transportation and Warehousing | 1 | 1.8% | 100% | 0% |
| Company Name | Industry | Total Petitions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visteon Corporation | Manufacturing | 8 | 100% | 0% |
| ASH Stevens D B a Piramal Phar, LLC | Manufacturing | 8 | 87.5% | 12.5% |
| Angstrom USA, LLC | Manufacturing | 5 | 100% | 0% |
| Aerostar Manufacturing | Manufacturing | 3 | 100% | 0% |
| Percepta, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| ASH Stevens D B a Piramal Pharma Solutions, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Subaru Research and Development in | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Ricardo, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Mitec Solutions, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Preferred Medicine, Inc. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Renkim Corporation | Information | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Sana Health, Inc. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Saturn Electronics Corporation | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| School District of the City of River Rouge | Educational Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Solo World Partners, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Techjordan, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Tower Automotive Operations USA I | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Wayne County Regional Educational Service Agency | Educational Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Metro International Trade Services, LLC | Transportation and Warehousing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Kids First Pediatric Dentistry, PC | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Hampton Manor of Woodhaven, LLC | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Fidelis Engineering Associates, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Die Services International, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Dearborn Mid-West Company, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Daehan Solution Michigan, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Constellium Automotive USA, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Bio Script Pharmacy, LLC | Retail Trade | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Becky and Jessica'S Place, LLC. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| B and D Thread Rolling, Inc. | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Ascent Global Logistics International, LLC | Information | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Archway Marketing Services | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| ABC Tax Service, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
Alerts Sign-up