&gt; I am just looking for options and possibilities in case I give up the PhD program.<p>Not so sure about CS PhDs specifically, but I know a few researchers (employed by the feds) that have &quot;all but dissertation&quot; on their CVs next to their PhD listing. Meaning they didn&#x27;t finish but clearly they&#x27;re employable.<p>So, from your question:<p>&gt;Tell them that I can&#x27;t do my PhD so please give me a job and sponsor my H1B?<p>You&#x27;ve likely accumulated a lot of accomplishments, are just as valuable as someone who has completed their PhD, and you&#x27;re employable. Right?