How do you job search for an outof state job without living in that state?

Question

Im considering looking for a job in D.C, Virginia, or New Jersey, but right now I live in New York. Im having trouble finding a job in New York(it wuld be my first out of school job, since I just graduted college in May), and someone suggested I try to find a job in one of the three states I mentioned above. Im confused as to how I go about applying for jobs there though, becuase of the fact that it wont be easy to get there for interviews. I know people do apply for jobs befoe they move to a state, does anyone have any advice as to how to go about it?

Answer 1

I moved to California from Missouri.  My situation is a little different though.  I was moving there anyway but I contacted the local newspapers and ordered their Sunday editions.  You can do this online now and even view the job listings online.  Careerbuilder is great for out-of-state jobs.  After sending resumes and getting phone calls back, I picked one week to go there and spend the week.  Once I knew the week I would be going, I set up all the interviews/meetings for that particular week.  It worked out well.  The only problem is a lot of the jobs wanted me to start within the week or two and I wasnt ready to move that quick.  So, my job opportunities were limited a little bit.  Regardless, I did find a job that way.

Answer 2

careerbuilder among others

Answer 3

try these:

www.careerbuilder.com

www.monster.com

www.jobcentral.com