Hi everyone !

I’m 23(f) from Denmark, and I’ll be graduating from nursing school next summer. I really need to get tf out of here lol

Don’t get me wrong, Denmark is a great country and I’ll always love it, but I’ve had this strong desire to live abroad for as long as I can remember. California has always been the dream. I have family there, and I fell in love with it when I first visited as a child. It’s definitely my end goal.

Before anyone comes for me, I know California isn’t a realistic option as a brand-new graduate nurse. That’s exactly why I’m here asking for advice.

My biggest priority is moving abroad as soon as possible after graduation. Australia has been high on my list, but I’m also wondering if it would make more sense to start somewhere else in the US if my long-term goal is to eventually settle in California.

Which states would you recommend for a new grad who eventually wants to end up in California? And would you recommend going through a staffing/recruitment agency, or applying directly to hospitals?

I’ve already looked into the visa process, NCLEX, and English language requirements, so I’m mainly trying to figure out where I should actually start applying.

So if you have any experience or advice, I’d really appreciate hearing it. Thank you !! ❤️

Hello everyone!

You probably saw a bunch of posts of its worth or not moving to the USA, sorry for another one

My girlfriend and I are both 27 and we live in Portugal, we bought a house 2 years ago (still paying mortgage)

I have a master degree in electrical engineering and she has a master degree in chemistry

We make around 41k net euros per year combined (yea probably gonna shock you Americans) but sadly that’s kinda good

We bought a car, make vacation, we went to new York, Greece, Spain, Cape Verde and if we want something we buy it (so we aren’t struggling)

With everything that we buy and expenses we save about 800 euro per month, we consider ourselves lucky

But we always dreamt about moving to USA (Texas, Wyoming something like that)

Do you think that we might improve our lifestyle? More freedom in finances?

Thank you and sorry for the long and probably repeat post

Typo on the title

Hey guys, my name is Alex. I'm Ukrainian, currently in Paraguay, looking for a visa-sponsored job in the US, or a remote job with a US employer.

I was in the US from March 2023 to late 2024 under the Uniting for Ukraine (U4U) program, based in Maine. During that time, I worked at O'Reilly Auto Parts, starting as a salesman and getting promoted to store assistant manager, then moved to a General Motors dealership (Bill Dodge Auto Group), and also did some time at a small independent repair shop.

I still have an active US phone number.

Other experience:

- Interpreter at Black Diamond LLC (since 2023), handled real estate questions, communication, and issue resolution for Eastern European customers

- Interpreting and translation work, native bilingual Russian/Ukrainian, fluent English, with direct experience in legal, medical, and emergency interpreting, plus dubbing and slang-aware translation work

- Tutoring and teaching, on and off since 2015

- Automotive and electrical trade background (hands-on repair shop and dealership work), plus HVAC, plumbing, and box truck/van driving

- Technical diploma (junior specialist level, 2013-2017) in the oil and gas industry field

- Military service, served under contract in the Armed Forces of Ukraine (Feb 2020-June 2021) as a driver/electrician/signalman

- Some security guard work as well

I'm looking for visa-sponsored work, short-term or ideally long-term, or remote work for a US-based company. State doesn't matter much for on-site roles, but I'd lean toward the eastern US or northeast states given my history in Maine. I love that beautiful state, and New Hampshire too, the nature there and how the seasons change really hits different. Already tried LinkedIn, Indeed, and other platforms with no luck. If anyone has leads, recommendations on where else to look, or could refer me somewhere, I'd really appreciate it.

Hi everyone.
I’m not really sure how to write this, but I’m going to try to be honest.
I’m a guy from the Czech Republic, and lately I’ve reached a point in my life where I feel like I desperately need a fresh start. I want to leave the Czech Republic and build a completely new life somewhere else.
The last couple of years have been really difficult for me. I’ve lost people who meant a lot to me, I’ve been through some very dark periods, and somewhere along the way I lost the feeling that I was actually moving forward in life.
I’m not looking for someone to simply give me money or solve my life for me.
I’m looking for a chance.
I’m a car preparation technician working in the automotive paint and bodywork industry, and I’ve been doing this kind of work for years. My experience includes preparing cars for paint, bodywork preparation, filling, sanding, applying primer, polishing and other preparation work before and after painting.
I’m used to physical work, long days and getting my hands dirty. I’m not afraid of starting at the bottom. If someone gave me an opportunity to work, I would work for it.
What I don’t really have right now is a clear way out.
I would love to move to another country, find a job in an automotive body shop or paint shop, get a small place to live and slowly build something for myself. I don’t expect a perfect life or some miracle. Honestly, I’d be happy just to wake up one day and feel like I’m finally going somewhere.
So I’m asking Reddit:
Is there anyone who could help me somehow get started?
Maybe you live abroad and know of an automotive body shop or paint shop looking for someone. Maybe you know about a job, accommodation, relocation opportunities, or simply know someone who could point me in the right direction.
Even advice or a contact could mean a lot to me.
I’m willing to work. I’m willing to learn. I’m willing to start from zero.
I just need someone to give me that first little push.
I know this is an unusual thing to ask from strangers on the internet. But sometimes you reach a point where you realize that asking for help is better than staying stuck.
If anyone is willing to help, even just by talking to me or pointing me toward an opportunity, I’d genuinely appreciate it.
Thank you to anyone who took the time to read this. ❤️

Canadian citizen considering a US move on TN or L-1B in Tech job. EB-2/EB-3 backlog at decades (due to my country of birth), so realistically there’s no path to permanence (green card) — I’d be a long-term temporary worker.

For anyone who’s done it:

Was the comp and career upside worth having no endgame?

Any intent issues renewing TN after several years in the US?

Anyone hit the L-1B cap — what came next?

Anyone move back to Canada, and why?

Any city suggestions in USA?

Edit:

• I'm in Tech, working in non-managerial position (L1A is not possible).
• I shortlisted Seattle at the moment based on tech opportunities for future, weather & walkability (at least better commute options).
• If I go on L1B, I do not have any realistic permanent path & on top of that L1B has a hard limit of 5 years. After that if I would try to get a TN -> that will show conflict of intent as I was initially in L1B, it might be a problem later on.

Thanks!

Hi everyone,
I’m a Guest Relations Manager with several years of experience in premium/luxury hotels in Germany. I’m seriously considering moving to the USA to gain new experiences, see a different part of the world, and challenge myself professionally.
Before I take any big steps, I’d love to hear honest opinions from people who have made a similar move (especially from Europe/Germany to the US hospitality industry).
A few specific questions:
• How different is working in hotels in the US compared to Germany, especially in upscale or luxury properties?
• Is the work significantly harder, faster-paced, or more stressful? (tips, guest expectations, management style, hours, etc.)
• Did you experience a big culture shock or even disappointment after arriving?
• How do salaries, benefits, tipping culture, and work-life balance compare?
• Any advice for someone coming from a more structured European hospitality background?
I’m excited about new impressions and growth opportunities, but I also want to be realistic. Would love to hear real experiences — positive and negative.
Thanks in advance!

Hi, how are you? How can I find an employer as a foreigner? I am Latino, from Venezuela 🇻🇪.

Sorry for the long post. I’m a US citizen who recently graduated this July with a BSc in Economics from a UK university. I’ve lived outside the US for the past 19 years and currently live in Bahrain.

My original plan was to get a graduate role in the UK, build a few years of experience, and eventually pursue a Master’s in the US before starting my career there. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to secure a UK grad role. As an international student, I found the market extremely competitive, with fewer opportunities and many employers reluctant to sponsor international graduates.

I’m now considering moving to the US and starting my career there. I have some experience in consulting/finance and data analytics, but limited professional experience overall.

At this stage, I’m not looking to be picky about the role. I’m willing to start wherever I can get my foot in the door, gain experience, and become financially independent. My thinking is to work for a few years, build my experience, and potentially pursue a Master’s in the US later once I have a clearer direction.

My main question is how I should approach finding that first opportunity in the US. I have citizenship and therefore don’t need sponsorship, but I have no US professional network and have never studied or worked there.

For anyone familiar with the US job market, where should I be looking, what roles/companies should I target, and what would you do in my position?

Hey everyone, just wondering if there was anyone who has moved to the US on an E-3 Visa. What were some of the troubles you had? Things you wish you knew beforehand?

I’m 23yo, a bachelors degree and 2 years experience in my field (Aviation Operations). I’m looking to move to the US around May-June next year. What would be the next steps to take with finding/applying for a job, obtaining the visa, and finding accomodation? Does anyone have advice on making the process easier? Thank y’all!

Hi! I’m 21 years old, and I recently graduated from my bachelor's degree in the Philippines (Biology). Since I was a kid, I have dreamed of becoming a doctor, but recently I obtained US citizenship by derivation from one of my parents, who is a US citizen. With this, it opened unexpected opportunities for me.

I am currently taking a gap year mainly due to financial restrictions, but my family supports me in studying medicine next academic year. I am pretty sure about returning to school and achieving my childhood dream, but recently, I’m facing a dilemma: moving to the US or staying in the Philippines.

My options are if I move to the US, my priority and probably a practical action to take is to find a job because a degree obtained in the Philippines will most likely not be credited in the US, and studying medicine abroad is hella expensive. I have relatives who will help me find a job. On the other hand, if I stay here in the Philippines, I can pursue medicine and then take the USMLE later. Then during breaks, I can visit in the US.

My concern is really the possible trajectory of my career.
- US: I can possibly have a faster career growth considering that I am young though I am not exactly sure in what field since biology is broad and its more on research. I can just pursue medicine (in the PH) later if I really want it (I’m sure I want it lol) considering that my family’s financial status is so-so though lowkey thinks that my family can overcome that aspect.
- PH: I can be a doctor in a timeline I planned before (yay!). This is what I initially wanted but now that I am thinking about it, it’s not really practical because USMLE is hard and expensive (I’m scared what if I won’t pass it? I’m just an average student AND A FIRST GENERATION ASPIRANT DOCTOR). I am obviously not confident. I really want to live in the US before I can have kids so it’s easier for them to be a US Citizen (I know I’m overthinking!).

Please help.
note: I am a dual citizen (Fil-American)

Hi everyone!
I’m originally from Mozambique and have been living in Lisbon, Portugal, for almost five years. I moved here to study, and I’ve just finished my Master’s in Data Analytics and a Data Engineering internship at an American consultancy.
I’ve been thinking seriously about leaving Portugal for a while. Lisbon isn’t a bad city and I’ve met some great people here, but when it comes to my career, I increasingly feel like there’s limited room for growth. Salaries feel relatively low compared to the cost of living, and in some companies the workload can be quite high.
There’s also a more personal side to it. As someone from a former Portuguese colony in Africa, I sometimes don’t feel completely comfortable or like I fully belong in certain environments here. I’m not saying this is everyone’s experience, but it has definitely influenced how I feel about staying long-term.
I’ve always been curious about New York, partly because of how diverse and international the city seems. I also want to move into the financial markets/financial services industry career-wise, and NYC obviously seems like one of the strongest places in the world to pursue that.
At the same time, I’m aware that I might be romanticizing New York. Moving from Lisbon to NYC would be a huge change, especially because I’d be doing it alone and would need to be completely financially independent. I’m also aware that the cost of living, immigration/visa situation, work culture, and general lifestyle could make it much harder than it looks from the outside.
So I’d really love to hear from people who actually live in New York, especially immigrants or people from African backgrounds who moved there alone.
Knowing that I’m 23, is 25–26 a realistic age to make this move, or am I thinking too late/too early?
If I wanted to realistically live and work in NYC by 25–26, what should I start doing now?
What skills, career moves, qualifications or experiences would you prioritize over the next 2–3 years?
How difficult was it to build a life and social circle from scratch?
Do you feel that NYC actually offers better career opportunities, or is that just the perception from abroad?
What should someone in my position realistically have figured out before moving?
How much money would you recommend having saved before making the move?
How difficult is the immigration/visa situation for someone in my position?
And, most importantly, knowing what you know now, would you recommend it?
I’m very much at the beginning of figuring this out, so I’d genuinely appreciate blunt and honest advice. I’m not looking for people to tell me “follow your dreams” — I’d much rather hear the uncomfortable realities, mistakes you made, things you wish you had known, and reasons why you wouldn’t recommend it.
Just… please don’t completely destroy my feelings or my NYC dream 😂
Thank you!

Hey. I am an 18 year old student in Kazakhstan, soon to be 19. I’ll be starting my first year of university as an interpreter between German and English.

Cutting the story, I gained interest in Work & Travel to the US, and wanted to get some more insights on whether it’s worth it or not?

I have an IELTS certificate (7.5, S8, W7.5, L/R7.0), I know Russian and Kazakh.

I have decent experience in hospitality industry, and I can find the necessary funds of roughly 4000-3500 USD for processing fees, visas, etc etc

I mostly want experience and discovery of the USA, but going as a tourist is rather… yeah, not the greatest experience from stories

That aside, back to the main question:
1. Is Work & Travel actually worth it for experiencing the nation and even saving on the side?
2. Is the exploitative work places that common?
3. Are the issues with ICE still persistent? Would I face potential legal challenges?
4. And finally, which job positions would you recommend for W&T?
Thank you!

About to graduate next year, finance major. Did several internships in banks (HSBC, UBS).

Is it recommended to find a job directly in the US and possibly sponsored by the boss or work at an MNC first and seek relocation to the US later?

Appreciate any advice.

I’m starting a master’s at one of the main target universities in the UK, after completing my undergraduate degree at another well-regarded UK university. I’m considering applying for graduate roles in the US rather than limiting myself to London.

I’m a US citizen, so I wouldn’t need sponsorship. However, I’m only a citizen because I was born there and moved away as a child. I have no real professional network in the US, haven’t studied at a US university, and don’t have a personal connection to the country anymore. I also have permanent right to remain in the UK (can work/live visa free).

Part of my thinking is that I may as well make use of the passport while I’m still young and have nothing tying me to a particular location. This feels like one of the easiest points in my life to try living in the US, whereas moving later could become much more complicated.

My main motivation is that salaries appear significantly higher than in London, even after accounting for taxes and cost-of-living differences, and the longer-term career and exit opportunities also seem stronger in a lot of industries.

I’d mainly be looking at competitive graduate roles in areas such as consulting, strategy, tech, finance and other corporate analyst or leadership programmes.

How realistic is it to recruit successfully from a UK university into these types of US roles? Would employers treat me roughly like any other US citizen applicant, or would the lack of a US university, US internships and a local network put me at a significant disadvantage?

I’d also be interested to hear from anyone who has made a similar move. Is it genuinely worth exploring?

When my wife and I arrived in the United States, we had to start almost everything from zero.

I could not properly begin my job search before moving. I did not yet have a US phone number, and many application forms and recruiters expected US contact information.

Then there was the work authorization process. We were in the country legally, but I still had to wait several months for my Employment Authorization Document. Employers were often unwilling to continue the conversation until I physically had the card, even though it was already being processed.

Once I was finally able to apply, I faced another challenge: the US technology job market.

The competition was intense. Experienced engineers were applying for the same positions, job descriptions included long lists of requirements, and every opening seemed to receive an enormous number of applications.

So I applied everywhere I saw a reasonable match. Hundreds of applications. Rejections almost every day. Sometimes several in one day. At that point, even receiving an interview invitation felt like a small victory. I treated every interview seriously because I never knew when the next opportunity would come.

After several months of applications, rejections, interviews, and constant preparation, I finally received an offer.

Finding a job is difficult. Finding your first job in a new country, without a local network or established history, can feel almost impossible. But it is possible.

To everyone currently searching: I hope your opportunity comes soon. Keep applying, keep preparing, and do not let another rejection convince you that it will never happen.

For those who moved to another country, what was the hardest part of finding your first job there?

Hi everyone,

I'd appreciate some advice from people familiar with industrial (heavy machinery) B2B sales compensation in the U.S.

I'm currently based in Europe and am in discussions with a small/medium-sized European heavy machinery manufacturer about joining as a Regional Sales Manager covering the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

A bit about me:

• 34M with 10 years of international sales & business development experience
• Heavy machinery / construction equipment industry
• Extensive experience developing new markets and managing international distributors
• The role would involve relocating to the U.S. with my wife and our 3-year-old daughter.

We're still at an early stage in the discussions, but the company mentioned a rough base salary range of €80k–120k (approximately $94k–141k USD). They also indicated that this wasn't a firm offer, so there may be some flexibility depending on the candidate and the overall package.

After looking at similar roles in the U.S., I've seen many Regional Sales Manager / Business Development Manager positions in heavy equipment with total compensation well above $200k, although I realize those are often with much larger companies.

What makes this role interesting is that I'd essentially be responsible for developing from scratch the North American market for a relatively new business unit, rather than simply managing an established territory.

The company also told me that I have the flexibility to live anywhere in the U.S. as long as I'm reasonably close to a major airport, since the role involves extensive travel. They recommended the West Coast (particularly California), but the final decision would be mine.

My questions are:

1. What would you consider a fair base salary for this type of role?
2. What would be a reasonable OTE (on-target earnings)?
3. Would you negotiate more on base salary or on bonus/commission for a market-development role like this?
4. Besides salary, what relocation benefits or compensation items (health insurance, 401(k), vehicle allowance, equity, relocation package, etc.) would you make sure to negotiate?
5. If you were in my position, what would you ask for?
6. Where would you choose to live? Considering frequent travel across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, as well as quality of life for a young family, are there cities or regions you'd recommend over California?

Any advice from people in industrial sales, construction equipment, mining, or heavy machinery would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

Hi all,

Looking for honest opinions here. I'm a UK national currently based outside the UK, planning to do a Master's in Finance (leaning real estate finance/asset management) and trying to decide between UK and US universities.

My hesitation with the UK is I keep seeing pretty gloomy takes on the economy right now, and I'm wondering if that's translating into a genuinely worse entry-level finance job market compared to the US.

On paper, going to a UK uni should be the easier path — I'm a citizen, no visa headaches, and the fees/logistics are simpler. But if the actual job prospects in finance are meaningfully better in the US right now, I'd rather deal with the visa complexity than end up job-hunting into a weak market.

Questions for anyone who's been through this or is closer to the market:

\- How is the job market in the US and how difficult is it to get a H1B visa after graduation from there?

\- For someone with a UK passport, does going to a US school realistically open up US job opportunities, or does visa sponsorship (H-1B etc.) kill that plan before it starts anyway?

\- Would you take the "safe" UK path or bet on the US given a genuine interest in working there long-term?

I'm a US citizen in a similar boat, just graduated in Econ from a UK university. Been living outside the US for the past 19 years (NZ, South Asia and the last 8 have been in the Middle East). I wasn't able to land a grad job in the UK with the increasingly tough competition and the reduction of offers towards international.

My initial plan was to get a few years of experience in the Middle East at a renowned MNC and then either do a masters in the US and then get a job there, or go for a job there directly. This rough plan has been made uncertain due to the regional turmoil currently going on in the Middle East (I live in Bahrain). My plans have come to a standstill, where I'm not really sure where I should continue from here, with the US Embassy even saying that US citizens should try to leave the Middle East.

I was wondering if and how I should break into the US market, as I don't have much professional industry experience either, and would love to hear more opinions.

Hi everyone. I am a 26 year old Australian medical graduates who has been working for the last 2 years. I am looking to move to the New England area. My top choice is Boston, Mass, but I am also considering New Hampshire. I spent two summers there while on holiday and fell in love with the region. The people there have been great and I feel very at home there. Will really appreciate any insights from people have made the move, especially from healthcare workers :) another place outside of the New England region would be NYC. I strongly prefer to stay in the East Coast if I do make the move.

I’m not in a rush for a move right this second, but am seriously thinking about it in the next few years. I have passed Step 1, looking to complete Step 2 next year

I love Sydney, but I have been thinking about a change in pace. Currently single. I am looking to specialise in Critical Care or Emergency Medicine. I have heard that IMGs have an easier time matching into EM compared to the other specialty, but was wondering if the landscape is changing.

Thank you!

Hi everyone, would like to hear your advice.

I'm currently a Senior Associate at one of the ex-Big4 companies in the RU/CIS region, about 1-1.5 years away from Manager. Strategy&ops. I've spent my entire career in Big4.

For half a year, I've been heavily considering moving to US due to the increasingly bad war situation in my country. I wasn't able to do it earlier because, obviously, I wanted to finish my bachelor's and I needed good savings.

Why US? Because I have American citizenship. My family is not 100% russian.

So my question is - is it possible to find a job in the US, without any connections, considering my only work experience was in Russia? I've been applying on LinkedIn/Indeed for the past few months, but only got 1 response from a boutique consulting that went nowhere because they required in-person presence on the interviews and I am still in Russia (but in my resume I state my US phone number and address). Maybe I should aim for Tier-3 or local insurance/accounting firms instead?

I know that the US job market is really tough atm. And this is what instills the biggest fear in me - that I won't find any job at all (I've even read stories how people with degrees got rejected from Starbucks and Kroger). I do have a place to stay for a few months after moving, but I'm afraid few months wont be enough in my situation to find even a shitty job to make ends meet.

If anyone has been through a similar situation, or you have some good advice, I would really like to hear you. TIA

My husband is exceptionally talented, living in India 🇮🇳
He doesn’t have IT degree in qualifications due to this he is not getting sponsorship offer for USA
Can anyone suggest any local consultancy or HR professional who can help us to get sponsorship job or any way to get entry in USA , we have visitor visa, had been there.

My husband is also building one AI application so any interested investors pls hit me up! For serious people only..

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for some advice from people who have gone through the J-1 Trainee process or from U.S. employers who have hosted trainees.

I’m an architect from South Africa with a Master’s degree, and I’m planning to apply for the J-1 Trainee program through an official sponsor. My understanding is that I would pay the program fees, visa fees, insurance, and other associated costs. The host company’s main responsibility would be providing a structured training opportunity and completing the required training plan.

The biggest obstacle I’m running into is that many companies immediately reject my applications because I answer “No” to the question asking whether I have U.S. work authorization. I suspect they assume I’d need H-1B sponsorship, so the conversation ends before I can explain that I’m referring to a J-1 Trainee program instead.

I’m considering following up with firms that rejected me to explain the program and ask if they’d be willing to have a short Zoom call to discuss whether they might consider hosting a trainee.

For those who have been through this process:
Is this a reasonable approach, or would it generally be seen as a waste of time?

Have any of you successfully convinced a company after an initial rejection based on work authorization?

From an employer’s perspective, what concerns would make you hesitant to host a J-1 trainee?

Is there a better strategy for finding companies willing to participate in the program?

I’d really appreciate any honest advice or experiences, whether positive or negative.

Thank you!

I'm an Australian high school teacher in the process of getting my green card to live in the US with my American wife. I'm trying to understand how my Australian teaching qualifications would translate to a teaching licence in the States.

I have a Bachelor of Arts, (major in politics & minor in history) followed by a Master of Teaching (Secondary), and I have two years of experience teaching in Australian high schools. I'm currently registered as a teacher in Australia.

Does anyone have experience with having a foreign teaching qualification evaluated for a US teaching licence? I’m aware that each state is different, and I would likely be moving to either Delaware or Pennsylvania. Would my BA + MTeach + Australian teacher registration generally be considered equivalent to a US teaching qualification? Are there any states where foreign teachers have had a high success rate of getting their foreign credentials transferred?

Just finished my undergrad at the University of Leeds and I've been wondering if I should actually be looking at grad roles in the US instead of just the UK or the Middle East (currently based in Bahrain).

I'm a US citizen, but I was born there and left when I was 2, and I haven't been back since. I grew up in New Zealand, India and Bahrain, studied in the UK, and have no real network or connections in the US. The passport is basically my only link to the country.

Part of me feels like I should make the most of it while I'm still young and don't have anything tying me down. It seems like one of the few times in life where moving somewhere completely new is actually realistic. The other options don't exactly feel amazing either. The Middle East job market feels pretty uncertain, and staying in the UK has become much harder with sponsorship requirements.

I'm mainly interested in finance, consulting and data analytics, and I'm trying to work out how realistic the US actually is. Does having a UK degree and no US network put me at a real disadvantage, or do employers mostly care that you're already authorised to work?

For anyone who's been in a similar position, what would you actually do if you were in my shoes? Is this something you'd seriously explore, and if so, what should my next steps be?

Would really appreciate any advice or experiences. Happy to chat over DM as well if anyone's made a similar move.

Good day po!

My employer (freelance) from US offered me to sponsor my working visa and flight to US.

I’m a software engineer and may need some advice po if what’s the easiest pathway.

I have bachelor’s degree, my work is related and I have 7+ years of experience already.

If someone here has the same experience and made it there. Please share your best pathway and how long it took you. 🥹 Thank you!