A post I did on applying for a job in another state back in January 2009 continues to get frequent comments even now, two-and-a-half years later, so I figured it was worth addressing the topic again.
Over at U.S. News & World Report today, I talk about eight ways to increase your chances when you’re applying for a job out-of-state, including preparing yourself for the fact that it won’t be easy, whether or not to use a local address, addressing it on your resume and in your cover letter, and more.
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I just went through the whole searching long distance thing. I searched long distance (half way across the country) for about 2 months, with absolutely no hits. The second I moved however, it all changed and ended up having to choose between job offers within 3 weeks of moving! It really is a easier to find a job if you just take the plunge and move first-having a local address really helps.
#4 Eliminate the added expense to employer
I thought you mentioned before not to state this because if you say you will cover the cost now, you will nenver know that the employer might have been willing to pay for your expenses.
I did write that a few years ago — before the economy and job market were as bad as they are now. These days, I’d address it up-front.
I’m considering moving from NY to DC metro area in the next few months. I saw the post from 2009 through a link you provided on another post (thanks!) and have been following the comments.
Thanks so much for addressing this again for today’s job market and conditions.
I’ll check out that article now, and hopefully there will be many comments here too.
Hello,
This post is exactly what I’m looking for. I lost my job in 2010 and it has been a year that I’m unemployed and now I am trying to move to NY from LA.
So I did few back and fourth trips after sending my resume, I’ve had interviews were they were interested in my profile but they all said I have to be in NY to find a job. BUT it is a vicious circle because I can’t find a job without an address and I can’t rent a place without a job!!!!!! SO WHAT CAN I DO????
I am starting to loose my mind here, I am from Paris (France) HATE Los Angeles and can’t wait to move and start another life but it seems IMPOSSIBLE!!!!!!!!
Would you have any recommendation considering that we have a dog and 2 cats!!!