So! I am currently living in the U.S. (Michigan to be exact) and have plans on moving overseas by August of 2017. I have most everything covered except for the work part. Here are some things that may factor into my getting a job:
1. I would have a place to live (with my boyfriend)
2. I will have my Master's of English by April 2017.
3. I currently work in a library and would be looking for work in the same field in the Glasgow area (or thereabouts - I can travel).
4. Come September of 2017 I will be working on getting my Master's of Library Science from an American University (doing it online).
I have done some research and have decided I need a tier 2 work VISA, however, doesn't it take 3 months to get a VISA? Who is going to hire me 3 months in advance?
I can't get the VISA until I have a job offer, AND the job has to pay at least £18,500 a year. The prospect of my landing a job under these restrictions seems unlikely. Is there any hope for me? Is there something I'm missing? Does anybody have any tips for getting a job in Scotland while still in America?
I will be going over for another short term visit in April, would it be wise to apply for jobs around that time so I can have a face-to-face interview?
I am just feeling frustrated because I am so close! Any feedback would be appreciated!
1. I would have a place to live (with my boyfriend)
2. I will have my Master's of English by April 2017.
3. I currently work in a library and would be looking for work in the same field in the Glasgow area (or thereabouts - I can travel).
4. Come September of 2017 I will be working on getting my Master's of Library Science from an American University (doing it online).
I have done some research and have decided I need a tier 2 work VISA, however, doesn't it take 3 months to get a VISA? Who is going to hire me 3 months in advance?
I can't get the VISA until I have a job offer, AND the job has to pay at least £18,500 a year. The prospect of my landing a job under these restrictions seems unlikely. Is there any hope for me? Is there something I'm missing? Does anybody have any tips for getting a job in Scotland while still in America?
I will be going over for another short term visit in April, would it be wise to apply for jobs around that time so I can have a face-to-face interview?
I am just feeling frustrated because I am so close! Any feedback would be appreciated!
