H1B with private company to Public company
Hello,
Is it possible to transfer an H1B from a private company and work for an educational institution (or public organization)? I guess it would not be a transfer per se, however, is it possible to do so? If yes, what would be the drawbacks of doing so, or how is it done?
Also, I have been working for a private company on my H1 status for a year now, and I was wondering if it a requirement to leave the country at some point to get your H1B visa stamped? Does that validate your H1 status? Does not having your visa stamp effect your ability to do an H1 transfer in any way?
Thank you in advance for your advice.