How to find a job in usa

[HYVS 1]

I have been applying to few jobs daily not a single call is there a age bias. .or any other bias. What to do? Looks like iam not a fit

[EmilyW 1,430]

Is your resume in the US format? The Americans have very short resumes (max 3-4 pages, preferably 1-2).

Has your resume been proof-read by someone to eliminate spelling and grammatical errors?

What type of jobs are you aiming for? Have you spoken to recruiters in your field and found out what the market is like in your area?

Have you updated your LinkedIn profile and are you working your networks?

Finding a job in the US isn't easy but it is doable. Keep at it.

[millefleur 5,046]

Is your resume in the US format? The Americans have very short resumes (max 3-4 pages, preferably 1-2).

Has your resume been proof-read by someone to eliminate spelling and grammatical errors?

What type of jobs are you aiming for? Have you spoken to recruiters in your field and found out what the market is like in your area?

Have you updated your LinkedIn profile and are you working your networks?

Finding a job in the US isn't easy but it is doable. Keep at it.

2-3 pages? Last time I checked, ONE page maximum. Fit everything on one page....they don't have time to go over all the details. A "cover letter" (usually just an email nowadays) plus 1 page resume was what my university in NYC taught me and it always worked for me when applying for jobs.

The goal of the cover letter/resume is to get an interview. If you have any other details you want to share, share them when you get to the interview stage. The resume should just include your basic info, education, experience, skills and maybe references. They want to see that you're a) qualified for the job and b) would be able to do the job. That's the only purpose the resume really serves, it's not a detailed and lengthy CV like in European countries.

Do not put your age/sex/marital status/or any personal info on your resume. Just put your name, address, phone number, and email address. I have never seen a resume in the US that included personal details, I think some employers even fear if you put that because they might be afraid you would try to sue them for discrimination. Keep it as simple as possible and keep trying....it's common to apply to many jobs and never hear anything back at all. Good luck!! Try to not take rejection and lack of responses personally...it's a tough economy out there.

Edited September 22, 2016 by millefleur

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

Age bias? How would they know your age if they haven't interviewed you? Are you putting your AGE on your resume? That is a big "no-no." The fact that you do that (not the age itself) clearly demonstrates that you don't know what you are doing, and probably gets your resume thrown out instantly.

[millefleur 5,046]

Also, if you feel you aren't really experienced or competitive enough to get your dream job at the moment, I think it's a good idea to look for jobs based on what languages you speak. It seems there is a growing demand for multi-lingual people in the US.

You should definitely include your languages on your resume, probably under "Skills" as it might end up being the deciding factor in why they would chose you over someone else.

[TBoneTX 45,229]

There are a great many threads on this topic in this "Finding Work" forum.

[KierenHby 899]

Don't know about employment rules in India, but bias of any type is outlawed in the US.

[N-o-l-a 7,167]

Age bias? How would they know your age if they haven't interviewed you? Are you putting your AGE on your resume? That is a big "no-no." The fact that you do that (not the age itself) clearly demonstrates that you don't know what you are doing, and probably gets your resume thrown out instantly.

I was thinking perhaps they put dates of employment for previous work experience? That might be a give away as to age.

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

I was thinking perhaps they put dates of employment for previous work experience? That might be a give away as to age.

Of course, yeah, that can put you in the ballpark. But your resume should not be a list of everywhere you ever worked either.

Edited September 22, 2016 by Harpa Timsah

[millefleur 5,046]

Of course, yeah, that can put you in the ballpark. But your resume should not be a list of everywhere you ever worked either.

Agreed. I usually only end up being able to fit the most recent, relevant experience in order to keep it to one page. It shouldn't be a biographical type CV.

[mallafri76 1,012]

Part of my job in the US is recruiting; one page resume only and make sure it fits the special paper size they have here (not A4), give bullet point of tasks/skills from previous jobs, highlight important skills for the job which should be similar to the skills in the job ad.... Have someone proof read for spelling mistakes as well as dates. I don't know how many resumes I get where the dates just don't add up.

Make it clear in the letter that you are authorized to work in the US. Something short and to the point. Be confident and use professional language. Do not get personal.

Good luck

[HYVS 1]

Wow thanks for the reply... will sure follow your advise.

Wow thanks for the reply... will sure follow your advise.

[abhi_meli 150]

Were you able to,sucessfully find a job ?

[HYVS 1]

o ya i found a nice job....pay plus possible commission... very nice environ ment... very comfortable

 

[TBoneTX 45,229]

Thanks for the update with your great news.