Fall 2020 Hiring Requirements Reminder

September 17, 2020

As a reminder, individuals working outside of MA or outside the U.S. must meet all of the following requirements in order to be placed on a Harvard payroll through 12/31/20:

  • Have work authorization in the country where they are located
  • Have had a paid appointment for a full semester or longer at Harvard as of 7/1/19 or later
  • Be eligible to work in the United States (i.e., up-to-date immigration documentation)
  • Have an active I-9 on file
  • The job is an on campus job, but individual is unable to travel to Massachusetts due to the COVID-19 public health emergency

The University is currently reviewing its COVID-related payroll guidance and will provide an update for the spring semester in the coming months.

See the Payroll Process During the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency for additional information.