Ted H. Kim, Associate Director Refugee, Asylum and International Operations Directorate for USCIS | https://www.naco.org/
Ted H. Kim, Associate Director Refugee, Asylum and International Operations Directorate for USCIS | https://www.naco.org/
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.
In 2024, the average approval rate for H-1B petitions across the United States stood at 98%, slightly higher than 2023's 97.3%.
The Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry led the H-1B filings locally during 2024, with 139 petitions (47.8% of all submissions), and an approval rate of 97.8%. Meanwhile, the Manufacturing industry was the second largest contributor, filing 68 petitions (23.4% of the total), with an approval rate of 98.5%.
The South Guilford News publication area employers with the most petitions during 2024 included Volvo Group North America, LLC, which filed 28 petitions with an approval rate of 100%, Triad Math and Science Academy Company with 24 petitions and an approval rate of 100%, and Apex Analytix, LLC, which filed 23 petitions with an approval rate of 100%.
Compared to 2023, the South Guilford News publication area saw a 32.9% 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 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 139 | 47.8% | 97.8% | 2.2% |
| 2 | Manufacturing | 68 | 23.4% | 98.5% | 1.5% |
| 3 | Educational Services | 53 | 18.2% | 100% | 0% |
| 4 | Wholesale Trade | 9 | 3.1% | 100% | 0% |
| 5 | Construction | 6 | 2.1% | 100% | 0% |
| 6 | Health Care and Social Assistance | 4 | 1.4% | 100% | 0% |
| 7 | Finance and Insurance | 2 | 0.7% | 100% | 0% |
| 8 | Information | 1 | 0.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 8 | Transportation and Warehousing | 1 | 0.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 8 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 1 | 0.3% | 100% | 0% |
| 8 | Utilities | 1 | 0.3% | 100% | 0% |
| Company Name | Industry(ies) | Total Petitions | % Approved | % Denied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo Group North America, LLC | Utilities, Manufacturing | 28 | 100% | 0% |
| Triad Math and Science Academy Company | Educational Services | 24 | 100% | 0% |
| Apex Analytix, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 23 | 100% | 0% |
| GXO Logistics Corporate Services, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 19 | 100% | 0% |
| Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 16 | 100% | 0% |
| NC a and T State University | Educational Services | 16 | 100% | 0% |
| Alten Technology USA, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 15 | 100% | 0% |
| GXO Logistics Supply Chain, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 12 | 100% | 0% |
| Honda Aircraft Company, LLC | Manufacturing | 9 | 88.9% | 11.1% |
| Guilford Charter School | Educational Services | 9 | 100% | 0% |
| Strata Solutions, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 8 | 100% | 0% |
| Mack Trucks, Inc. | Manufacturing | 8 | 100% | 0% |
| Xdin, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7 | 100% | 0% |
| Laboratory Corporation of America Holdings | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7 | 100% | 0% |
| Alamance Foods, Inc. | Manufacturing | 7 | 100% | 0% |
| Cambrex High Point, Inc. | Manufacturing | 7 | 100% | 0% |
| Abconnect Global, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6 | 100% | 0% |
| Javantech, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6 | 66.7% | 33.3% |
| Gilbarco, Inc. | Wholesale Trade | 5 | 100% | 0% |
| GXO Logistics Worldwide, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 5 | 100% | 0% |
| Market America, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 4 | 100% | 0% |
| Tiger Kims Tae Kwon Do III, Inc. | Educational Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Roshan and Associates, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Netgroup, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Lead Designs, LLC | Construction, Wholesale Trade | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| DR Durshanapalli and Associates, PLLC | Health Care and Social Assistance | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| GXO Warehouse Company, Inc. | Information, Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Hafele America Company | Wholesale Trade | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| John Deere Kernersville, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | 100% | 0% |
| Endura Products, Inc. | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| SKA Consulting Engineers, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Soelect, Inc. | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Spring Forest Cabinetry, Inc. | Wholesale Trade | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Focke and Company, Inc. | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Sunlight Batteries USA, Inc. | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Brady Services Holdings, Inc. | Construction | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Syngenta Seeds, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| The Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital Operating Inc., Corp. | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Haeco Airframe Services, LLC | Transportation and Warehousing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| American Hebrew Academy, Inc. | Educational Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Vault, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| VFS US, LLC | Finance and Insurance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Volvo Autonomous Solutions LLC, NA | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Volvo Financial Services, LLC | Finance and Insurance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| GXO Enterprise Services, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Weaver Cooke Construction, LLC | Construction | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Drumetix Laboratories, LLC | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Leesona, Corp. | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Cross Technologies, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 0% | 100% |
| Hoffman Building Technologies, Inc. | Construction | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Martineau Recruiting Technology | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Method Sourcing, Corp. | 1 | 100% | 0% | |
| Methodfuel, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| CRG Corporation | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| High Point University | Educational Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| New Path Media Group | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Nova Thin Film Pharmaceuticals, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Overture, Inc. | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Pioneer Square Brands, Inc. | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Researcher Map, LLC | Health Care and Social Assistance | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Kirkland, Inc. | Construction | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Samet Corporation | Construction | 1 | 100% | 0% |
| Selex Es, LLC | Manufacturing | 1 | 100% | 0% |
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