Is it true that you can never land a job interview if applying for a position which is out-of-state?

Once they look at a resume, if they see an address that's out of state or a phone number from an unfamiliar area code, obviously they're going to put your resume in file #13, aren't they?



I know this is an unfair practice, but human resources people aren't the most ethical or considerate people in the world, obviously. It's a very dishonest and deceitful business.



So, for example if I wanted to apply for a bunch of jobs in Washington D.C., should I buy a cell phone with a 202 area code, maybe set up a P.O. Box down there as well and list those on my resume?Is it true that you can never land a job interview if applying for a position which is out-of-state?
I think there is a lot of truth in what you are saying. I know from experience. If you know someone at the out-of-state job that you are applying for, you may stand a chance. I don't know if it is a matter of being ethical or unfair though. I think they may be thinking of moving costs, time constraints, etc. in relocating a new employee. A person hates to be dishonest, but your suggestion about the cell %26amp; PO box has some merit.
Not true. I was in NY and landed a job in PA. I have a friend who recently got a job in D.C. (from Indiana).Is it true that you can never land a job interview if applying for a position which is out-of-state?
It would depend what kind of job you were applying for. If you are applying for a sales position with a large manufacturing firm and you have experience in their product line, YESSS.



If you would like to work at Walmart in the shoe department and move to another state. NO.



It all depends on your qualifications. Some companies will pay to move you or have a moving amount. A friend of mine just got a check for $5,000 to move to another city about 200 miles away. She had a lot of hotel experience and they really wanted her to work there.
Perhaps in your cover letter you could indicate that you are planning to relocate to the Washington DC area in the near future.....Is it true that you can never land a job interview if applying for a position which is out-of-state?
Depends on the demand for your job-I got interviews in NC for computer jobs and was offered a job and moved there from Arizona.



If there isn't high demand for your job in general, and especially if demand for your job is not high in the area you're moving to, you'd better tell them you're moving there, which will be true if you get the job!



Good luck!