We will need to see your I-94 Arrival/Departure Record. We could also use the admission stamp on your unexpired foreign passport which shows a class of admission permitting work. Some foreign workers must show their EAD work permit from the DHS
Are there any restrictions in relation to getting a Social Security number assigned for non-work purposes?
In this instance, you can not use it to work
What can I do if I need a number for tax purposes but am not authorized to work in the United States?