Should I bring up future transfer plans in my interviews?

Indeed / PR
CDwY37

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CDwY37
Jul 30, 2018 5 Comments

I’m currently living outside of the states and would like to go back in the near future.

As a non-citizen, I would need a visa. In my current city, I’m interviewing with a company I really like and would like to transfer within this company to their U.S. headquarter on a L1 in one year or so.

Question is should I bring this up in my interview process? If yes, before or after the offer?

My concern is talking about this doesn’t do me good - they could back off from the interview, or even they say yes, company policy or immigration policy could still change. I’m not sure if I should “show my cards” to a direct manager I’ve never worked with either.

My friends say just get in first and after a year directly apply internally for jobs in the states or connect with a team there. As long as a team wants you there.

Pros and cons?

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TOP 5 Comments
  • SAP
    jujkspsst

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    jujkspsst
    Don’t, this won’t help you get hired
    Jul 30, 2018 1
    • New / Eng
      PCLoadLtr

      New Eng

      PRE
      AccuWeather
      PCLoadLtr
      I second this. They’re not likely to hire someone who desires to leave. The hiring process typically is a pain in the ass and this is setting them up to have to do it all over again in the near future.
      Jul 30, 2018
  • Amazon / Product
    Ulub72

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    Ulub72
    No one would guarantee you a transfer. L1 is getting harder. So do not take a role just with an assumption you can transfer. You can be easily stuck for a couple of years.

    So pretty much you are telling that you are not really interested in a job or a role but just get a foot in and leave within a year.
    Jul 30, 2018 0
  • Microsoft / Eng
    pusk

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    pusk
    Don't bring this up during the interview. Why would a hiring manager hire a flight risk ?
    Jul 30, 2018 0
  • Microsoft / Eng
    🦖 T-Rex

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    🦖 T-Rex
    It’s not relevant today. It does nothing to help you and may hurt your chances.
    Jul 30, 2018 0