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Moving to the states - Job advice

  • 11-02-2006 9:09pm
    #1
    galwaydude
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,390 ✭✭✭


    Hi,

    Im moving to the states in 3 and a half weeks.Im going over on the K1 fiance visa as my gf is american and we are getting married there. What is the job situation like in MA, around boston.Are there many IT jobs there. Initally i think i will go for the IT support roles and then branch to system admin once i finish my MCSA course. Should i start applying now or wait till i can work offically in the states which could take a matter of weeks or until after we get married in april.


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  • #2
    Naked Lepper
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,530 ✭✭✭Naked Lepper


    not sure about MA as i only lived in NJ and NY but i would strongly advise that you bring a pair of long johns.


  • #3
    red,white,&blue
    Closed Accounts Posts: 3 ✭red,white,&blue


    Congrats on your engagement. There should be plenty of IT jobs on the east coast, as there are plenty everywhere in the States. It would be a good idea now to start targeting jobs that interest you in your field of expertise. I would recommend you go to the hotjobs, Monster, and career builder sites and start posting your resume with a cover letter that explains you will be relocating to the Boston area, have a Visa (do not mention that it is due to an engagement just the Visa number/type), and that you have the skills and training to compete in the American market. Americans typically take longer to set up interviews for a potential job candidate, unless there is a dire and immediate need, so now would be a good time to start job hunting and getting your name out there. You should also consider an American format resume, which differs from the European one. Good Luck!!


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