Packing, housing, and travel are plenty to think about when it comes to moving to another country. But finding employment in a new place is just as important as the moving logistics. Factors such as language barriers and cultural customs can be intimidating when looking for work in a foreign place but implementing some of these strategies can help make the process much easier.
Choose the Right Place
It’s important to think about what kind of job one wants and what skills one has. These answers should influence where one wants to move. Looking online into where immigration advertising is targeted is a good starting point. However, this is not to say that the overall appeal of a place is not important—one doesn’t want to live somewhere uncomfortable. But finding a place one can enjoy with available work is an important consideration.
Learn About the Culture
Prior to moving, it’s important to familiarize oneself with the culture as best as possible. This will help with culture shock as well as the job market. Learning what companies are on the up and which are suffering can help inform the decision and direct the search.
Start Reaching Out
Beginning a job search prior to relocating can help ease the stress that often comes when waiting until after the move-in date. Luckily, there are a variety of online resources and immigration advertising to help see which companies are hiring and ways to get in contact. Globalization has impacted the job market significantly, and companies are more likely than ever to consider hiring employees from diverse backgrounds.
Updated Resume
Every culture has different practices, and this is no different in hiring. Once one has researched the country they will be moving to, checking one’s resume to make sure everything is in line is a good idea. This is especially important when it comes to moving to a place with a new language. Even if they are moving from Australia to the U.S., there are small spelling changes such as “realize” and “realise” that make a difference in a resume.
Ask Questions
Moving to another country is a bit of a learning curve—and that’s okay. Especially in the case of a job, pretending to have it all figured out can result in major mistakes. Don’t be afraid to ask the potential employer questions, however basic they may seem, as this will ensure that both are on the same page.
On top of moving to a new country, job searching can be both exciting and scary. Luckily, there are many companies out there who are looking to hire people from different cultures.
