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The Social Security Administration is the federal authority which issues the official card with a Social Security number. The government uses the number to keep track of your earnings and tax liability. You are only eligible to apply for a Social Security number if you have a job offer or have begun working already within the regulations of your visa.  \nTo apply, you need the following:  \n1. Social Security Application Form (print most [recent version from](recent version from www.socialsecurity.gov)[ ](recent version from www.socialsecurity.gov)[www.socialsecurity.gov](recent version from www.socialsecurity.gov))  \n2. Original passport with current visa, I-94 printout, and I-20 form  \n3. Letter of employment verification from employer  \nIf you are working on-campus, you must request this letter from the Student Employment Office. Visit their office or email them at [stuemp@dickinson.edu](stuemp@dickinson.edu) with:  \n1. First and last name as it appears on your I-20.  \n2. The Department you will be working for.  \n3. The name of the position you were hired for. (Job title)  \n4. The date you will begin working. (Start date)  \n5. Number of hours per week you will be working (approximate) .  \n6. Specify that you are an international student and request for your letter to be forwarded to The Center for Global Study & Engagement.  \nIf you have authorization to work off-campus, request a letter from your employer with the above details as well as your supervisor’s name and contact information.  \n4. Proof of authorization to work  \nIf working on-campus, our office will print a letter verifying your visa status and eligibility to work upon receiving the employment verification from the Student Employment Office. Both letters will be sent to your HUB box.  \nIf authorized to work off-campus: If using CPT (Curricular Practical Training), your authorization is printed on page 3 of your I-20 form. If using OPT (Optional Practical Training), your proof of authorization is your EAD card.  \nYou may mail these documents to a Social Security office or apply in person. We strongly recommend that you apply in person to avoid the risk of losing your documents.  \nCARLISLE SOCIAL SECURITY OFFICE  \n200 S. Spring Garden St.• Carlisle, PA 17013 •(717) 243-0085  \nOffice Hours: Monday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Tuesday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM  \nWednesday 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM  \nFriday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM CLOSED on Saturdays, Sundays,  \nand U.S. national holidays  \nDirections:  \nFrom Dickinson College, go east on High Street, through the city square (Hanover and High Street intersection) and 3 more blocks to Spring Garden Street. There is a traffic light at the intersection. Turn right onto Spring Garden and go through the next intersection (Spring Garden and Pomfret Street) . A shopping center called Castle’s Commons will be on your right. The Social Security office is located in the middle of the center.  \nWHEN YOU RECEIVE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY CARD  \nWhat to do next:  \nOnce you receive your card, sign it immediately and make a photocopy. Take the card to the Registrar’s Office. They will record the number in your Banner information and report the number to the appropriate offices on campus.  \nWhat to remember:  \nBe aware that your Social Security number is a gateway to your identity and can be used by thieves to open credit card, mobile phone, and other accounts in your name. Identity theft is a serious problem and can create financial problems for you in the future. Take precautions to avoid the use of your Social Security number by someone else.  \nHere are some tips to remember:  \n• Keep your card in a safe place as you do your passport. Do not carry it in your wallet!  \n• Giving your number is voluntary, even when you are asked for the number directly. 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