We recently celebrated our seventh anniversary, the fantastic milestone of 1700 software developers and other tech talents hired abroad with our help. As a result, we understand some of the misconceptions candidates have about landing an international job. From how good your English has to be to how much it costs you, we list seven things we want you to know about looking for a tech job abroad.
1 – “I don’t need to speak English perfectly”
If English is not your first language, maybe the dream of an international job seems a distant one. While it\’s true that you need to speak English to work abroad, you don’t have to worry about doing so “perfectly”. We like to say the code has no accent, so it\’s OK if you do. Improve your English enough, so you can communicate with colleagues and talk about projects. If you know how to make yourself understood, speaking like a native is not and will never be necessary.
https://blog.vanhack.com/blog/english-course-for-tech-talent/
2 – “I have to take an active role in the job search”
Unlike any job you apply to in your home country, the opportunities we post on our job board get the attention of tech professionals across the globe. Therefore, competition is much higher. Candidates must show interest, commitment, and hard work to stand out. Being active in our community, applying for jobs, and participating in prep classes and events significantly impact the hiring process.
3 – “Taking a Code Challenge is a big plus”
Code challenges are not mandatory, but if you take some, you will be ahead of other candidates applying for the same opportunities. Many companies ask candidates to complete coding tasks as part of the selection process. Instead of waiting to be asked, you could take one of the code challenges already available on our platform and let recruiters know about your skills. You can take the challenges on your terms when it\’s most convenient for you and choose the language you feel most comfortable with. And don’t worry, your profile will only show scores from 60% up.
https://blog.vanhack.com/blog/how-important-are-code-challenges-when-looking-for-a-tech-job/
4 – “I may find opportunities in many different countries”
Instead of applying for multiple opportunities, you can complete your profile on our platform and have access to job openings in many different countries. How cool is that? And we have hiring partners all across the globe, not only in Canada. If you are a software developer or other tech talent who wants to work abroad, VanHack is what you need. Check out opportunities available right now in Canada, Europe, the US, and other regions.
5 – “I don’t have to move abroad. There are plenty of remote opportunities”
An international career may be built from your very own home office. If moving abroad is not on your plans, but you still want to work for companies outside of your country, plenty of remote opportunities are waiting for you on our platform. In other words, you can work from home and get paid in US Dollars, Canadian Dollars, or Euros.
https://blog.vanhack.com/blog/like-winning-the-lottery-how-samer-sahih-was-hired-in-record-time/
6 – “I have to keep my profile updated”
The more we know about you, the better we can help you find the perfect fit. Please update your profile and let us know what you’ve been up to recently. Recruiters will take notice of courses and events you took part in. In addition, companies usually look at salary expectations and will often make proposals within that range at the time of the job offer meeting.
7 – “The services are free for candidates!”
We saved the best for last. Our services are 100% free for candidates. We get paid by the companies which hired us to help them find the best fit for their opportunities. That means you don\’t need to pay any expensive job hunter to make your dream of an international career come true.
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🌎 VANHACK, LinkedIn Talent Awards Winner 2021, is Canada’s most respected recruitment company. With more than 1,500 hires, VanHack is on a mission of increasing diversity and creating a borderless world. So if you are a software developer looking for a job abroad, in Canada, the US, or Europe, join VanHack today. 100% free for candidates, plus you will get all the preparation you need when your profile is shortlisted.
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