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A 30-day plan for an international job search

A clear plan turns a stressful search into steady progress. Here is a simple four-week structure.

6 min read ยท Updated 2026-10-11

Week 1: decide where and what

Pick your target roles and two countries. Confirm your occupation is eligible in each and build a list of employers with international hiring evidence.

Week 2: prepare your materials

Rewrite your CV for the new market, update your professional profile and draft a reusable cover letter structure.

Week 3: apply and reach out

Send a focused batch of tailored applications and a few direct outreach messages to recruiters and hiring managers.

Week 4: follow up and refine

Follow up politely, review which applications got responses and adjust your targeting. Prepare interview stories using real results.

Frequently asked questions

How many applications should I send?

Quality matters more than volume. A handful of well-matched, tailored applications each week is a sustainable pace.

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