C2C & Contract Jobs for the Community
C2C (corp-to-corp) is a contract engagement where you work through your own company (or a vendor) that bills the client, instead of being a W2 employee. C2C consultants set higher hourly rates, handle their own taxes and benefits, and are common in US IT staffing for H1B, GC, and OPT professionals.
C2C jobs — frequently asked questions
- What is a C2C (corp-to-corp) requirement?
- A C2C requirement is a contract role where the client or vendor pays your company on an hourly basis, rather than hiring you as a W2 employee. You (or your employer/vendor) invoice for the hours worked, and you are responsible for your own taxes and benefits.
- Do I need my own corporation or LLC for C2C?
- Not always. You can work C2C through your own registered company (LLC or S-Corp), or through a staffing vendor / consulting firm that employs you and handles the corp-to-corp paperwork with the end client. Many H1B and OPT consultants work C2C through their sponsoring employer.
- What hourly rates are typical for C2C tech roles?
- C2C rates are usually higher than W2 because they exclude benefits and employer taxes. In US IT, common bands are roughly $70–95/hr for mid-level developers and $90–120/hr or more for senior, SAP, cloud, and data specialists, depending on location and skill.
- Which visa statuses can work on C2C?
- H1B, Green Card, and US citizens can work C2C, and OPT/CPT candidates can work through their sponsoring employer. Whether a specific role accepts a visa depends on the client — each requirement lists its visa acceptance so you only see roles you qualify for.
- How is C2C different from W2 and 1099?
- W2 means you are a direct employee with taxes withheld and benefits provided. 1099 means you are an independent contractor paid without withholding. C2C means one company bills another for your services — you are employed by (or own) the vendor company, which is standard for IT contract staffing.