Is Changing teams at intel before 12 months - possible?

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Fakibm

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Fakibm
Sep 25, 2021 23 Comments

- Just joined intel and whole codbase is in different language, dont want to be in that (long rerm or now)
- i found a job in internal listings, know someone in that team that can possibly vouch for me

Concerns i have:
- talk to my manager about my plans before applying for the job, this can possibly hurt my career in the team.
- can it be done because I'll have to transfer visa as well?
- how should i approach this?

Any pointers will be helpful, thanks in advance

#changingteams #hardware #semiconductor

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  • Intel
    dime71

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    dime71
    You're current manager wouldn't be able to know if you apply for another internal position.

    1) Apply to the new position

    2) Have a 1:1 with the new hiring manager, and tell him/her why you are interested in the job. Also tell them that you've been in your current role X months. They should be able to tell you how to navigate the system.

    3) Do the interview. Land the offer.

    4) Talk to Fragomen about visa. There are ways to address visa issues. I've seen folks switch teams and BUs under H1B and pending green card applications.

    5) Tell your current manager that you want to take the new job for x, y reasons.

    If the managers you are working are good, they will understand and work with you. You're career is your own and managers understand it.

    Good luck!
    Sep 25, 2021 6
    • Apple
      sueyousoon

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      sueyousoon
      I would suggest reach out to Fragomen before all other stages. Otherwise great suggestions.
      Sep 25, 2021
    • Intel
      dime71

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      dime71
      The only reason I suggest to wait for the offer before taking to Fragomen is to increase your leverage. Most of the time Fragomen has done something "special" is due to pressure from management; I've seen this happen. If you're serious about the move and talk to Fragomen before hand, don't be too deterred by a negative answer. Remember, you have nothing to lose! Good luck!
      Sep 27, 2021
  • Intel
    chunguss

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    chunguss
    I tried to transfer before my 12 months were up but the my team didn't approve this. I have heard it's possible if both the managers agree. Also its easier if it's in the same BU.
    Sep 25, 2021 9
    • Intel
      chunguss

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      chunguss
      I suppose you can test the waters by asking your manager how he feels about you working on DoT projects. Can't say for sure though.
      Sep 25, 2021
    • IBM
      Fakibm

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      Fakibm
      OP
      @chung thanks for your replies once again.

      What are doT projects, are those the ones marked as "gigs" on workday? Where you can work for few hours.

      Did you talk to second line or above ever?

      Currently all teams in intel have a resource issue, so they definitely would like to stop me.
      Sep 27, 2021
  • Intel
    oqJY73

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    oqJY73
    Is it possible to leave a team even before being in the team for less than 6 months ?
    Sep 27, 2021 2
  • Netgear
    lostping

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    lostping
    Why visa xfer? It is same company
    Sep 25, 2021 1
  • Intel
    oqJY73

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    oqJY73
    I have the same doubts
    Sep 27, 2021 0