What does relocation generally cover?
Dear JobsBlog: I'm applying to jobs outside my local area, and I'm really interested in some of Microsoft's Redmond positions. Of course if I got the job, I'd have to move. Are Microsoft’s relocation benefits pretty thorough? What do they generally cover?
From my experience, I think Microsoft has incredible relocation benefits, and we try to give you many different options. We know that moving - whether it's 200 or 2000 miles away - can be stressful, but we have many great plans in motion to take away some of that stress.
Relocation packages can vary based on position or location, so be sure to ask your recruiter about specifics. But in general, at a basic level Microsoft can set up the entire move for you (shipping, packing, driving, etc). It's just that easy! We have a great company that we work with to ensure that you have a smooth transition and can start your new job without worrying about your move.
- Janelle
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Sameer R said:
Microsoft has some great relo benefits, but if you are applying for a position (generally outside of Redmond) and if the hiring manager does not have a relo budget for the role, you won't be paid and will be told beforehand. However, they definitely do cover your onsite interview costs.
Generally, the recruiting team will look for a non-local candidate if they don't find a good local option (candidate wise).
DaEagle said:
I'm currently going through the relocation process with Microsoft (still at relatively early stages) but so far I am amazed and the support and help I have received. I am moving internationally so it is a big move to Redmond but they are certainly committed to making things go as smoothly as possible.
Neeru said:
The Microsoft jobs website is in really bad shape. The application is literally crashing half the time now. I cannot apply for jobs online. This has been happening for some time now but recently the performance of this application has really deteriorated. Here are the problems:
1.) Start at <a rel="nofollow" target="_new" href="http://www.microsoft.com/careers/">http://www.microsoft.com/careers/</a>. Click on "Search Jobs by Region->United States". The application keeps loading but never gets anywhere. (This is a problem in IE7 but not Firefox for some reason)
2.) Lets say I'm actually at a job description and try to click the "Submit" button to submit my resume. This is not working at all. I am at this time unable to apply to jobs. (This is Firefox)
3.) And the most irksome bug of all. Say I search jobs by some criteria and get a list. I click on the "Date Posted" link in order to sort jobs by date. Whooop. All the jobs disappear and I have to go and respecify my job search requirements ALL over again. This is annoying to no end.
Let me know if this team is hiring. Seems like they could definitely use some help and I happen to be looking :)
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Neeru - Yikes. Can you submit this problem via the 'contact us' feature on the careers site? <a rel="nofollow" target="_new" href="https://support.microsoft.com/contactus2/emailcontact.aspx?scid=sw;en;1247&ws=careers">https://support.microsoft.com/contactus2/emailcontact.aspx?scid=sw;en;1247&ws=careers</a>
That will make sure the bugs are routed to the HR IT team.
thank you!!
gretchen
Neeru said:
Gretchen,
Done! Hope that helps.
DC said:
I've been reading comments on your blog; some of them dated back to 2004 and 2005 I think. Can anyone tell me if the current relocation has assistance for homeowners in respect to selling their existing home, mortgage differential costs, temp housing etc. Also one comment I read mentioned some type of assistance for a spouse that would be relocating who is currently employed. My husband is interviewing with Microsoft and I am a Software Engineer who would be leaving behind my job. The possibility of moving to WA is very exciting but also scary at the same time based on the increased cost of living (ie. housing).
Any information you would be willing to provide would be greatly appreciated!