How do I get a job with no address?

If you do not have a MAILING address at the time of job application, you may want to consider using an address of a family member, friend, or religious or social organizations. Another option is General Delivery service that is offered by the U.S. Postal Service.

Can you get a job with no fixed abode?

If you’re a UK or EEA citizen, or in some other way have a legal entitlement to work in the UK, then the answer is yes, you may work without a permanent address.

Do all jobs require an address?

Depending on your location, the employer might want to change certain stipulations in your offer. The only time employers absolutely need your physical address is during the final stages of the offer process. This is to complete the necessary paperwork to ensure you are legally in their systems so you can move forward.

Do you need an address to have a job?

Employers don’t ask for street addresses. You can use a PO Box as a mailing address. Most DMVs require a street address before they will issue you a driver’s license or state ID card – which is required for working legally in the US. Many shelters will allow homeless people to use their street address for this purpose.

Can I put P.O. Box address on resume?

You can use a PO Box, but I don’t recommend it. There are exceptions, but some companies can view you as being transient, unstable, and not very established if you’re using a PO Box. If you have a family member where you’re staying, or that lives in the same city, use their street address on your resume.

Should I give my address on a job application?

Sometimes, of course, an address is required as part of your application. But if not, it’s OK to leave it off your resume and cover letter and list your phone number, email address, and link to your LinkedIn profile instead.

Can a homeless person work a job?

So it is possible for a homeless person to work a job, it’s just more difficult since getting to sleep can be an obstacle with all the noisy people around you at night. Even inside a shelter the people can be a little rowdy sometimes and loud when they should be sleeping.

How do I tell my employer that I am homeless?

In addition to giving you a boost of confidence, some independence, and a place to live, these programs also give you a legitimate address to tell employers. Ask a local homeless shelter or aid organization if your state offers a housing program for job-seeking homeless people. Use shelters and organizations in your area to find opportunities.

Can I use my last address if I am homeless?

If you recently became homeless and still have mail forwarding, use your last address. If not, rent a cheap P.O. box at the post office or a UPS store that lets you use its street address for incoming mail. You can also ask at a homeless shelter to see if you can use their address on your forms.

How does homelessness affect your job search?

A homeless person’s biggest obstacle when looking for a job is probably keeping in contact with potential employers and interviewers and allowing a line of communication to be there. When you apply for a job and fill out an application or send in a resume, the employer will usually want you to list a way for them to contact you.