Bloomington

Bloomington Remote Worker Program

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Package Highlights

Memberships & Community, Welcome Gifts & Local Perks

Ideal for

Remote workers ready to relocate

Value

Up to $8,500 across 11 benefits

Bloomington

Bloomington Remote Worker Program

AT A GLANCE

Application

QuickApply: Hear back in 1 business day

Package Highlights

Memberships & Community, Welcome Gifts & Local Perks

Ideal for

Remote workers ready to relocate

Value

Up to $8,500 across 11 benefits

What’s Included - Up to $8,500 in Value

Explore the incentives and perks included in this program.

Memberships & Community

Concierge access to entrepreneurial programming & resources - Including 1:1 support from a startup coach

Ambassador network of locals to help you get connected

Free networking events and happy hours with other remote workers and civic & business leaders

Connections to local nonprofits

Connections to banking services, loans, and credit deals

$8,500Program Value

11 Benefits

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Am I eligible?

Bloomington is currently recruiting remote workers who:

  • Have full-time remote employment (or self-employment) for a business located outside of Monroe County, IN

  • Earn at least $55,000 annually

  • Are eligible to live and work in the US

  • Are 18 years or older

  • Currently reside outside the state of Indiana

  • Must relocate primary residence to Bloomington within 12 months of acceptance

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Meet the Program Manager

Tori
Your Local Connection
Meet Tori

Tori—your dedicated program manager and personal Bloomington welcome guide! As a recent Bloomington newcomer herself, Tori knows what it’s like to make the move and is here to answer your questions and help you feel right at home. Simply submit an application to get in touch.

Bloomington Program Photo Gallery

Take a closer look at everything this program has to offer, from the location to the benefits to the neighbors.

Indiana University Campus
The Mill, Bloomington's center for coworking and entrepreneurship.
Downtown Bloomington Farmer's Market
Family night out at The Chocolate Moose (photo cred: Visit Bloomington)
Kelley Impact Competition - Teams of students from IU's Kelley School of Business presented unique and innovative ideas for The Mill's ReBoot program, which aims to provide economic empowerment through low-barrier entrepreneurial training for underrepresented minorities in Monroe County.
The Little 500 is the largest collegiate bike race in the United States. Modeled after the Indianapolis 500, riders compete in four-person teams around a quarter-mile cinder track at Bill Armstrong Stadium on the campus of Indiana University.
There is tons of hiking nearby! From parks and recreation areas to the Hoosier National Forest. (photo cred: Visit Bloomington)
Bloomington's first Indiana Craft Distillery, Cardinal Spirits (photo cred: Visit Bloomington)
Lotus Festival, Indiana’s annual celebration of world music, arts, and culture.
WonderLab Museum of Science, Healthy & Tech (photo cred: Visit Bloomington)
The Mill's annual Innovation Week is full of different events like entrepreneurial showcases and sessions varying from angel investing 101 to community innovation awards which celebrates the community’s business successes.
Enjoy a Saturday football game at IU Bloomington (photo cred: Visit Bloomington)
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Living in Bloomington

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Get up to $8,500 to make your move to one of the Midwest’s most vibrant college towns.

Remote work feels different in Bloomington. One minute you’re taking meetings from a coffee shop downtown, the next you’re heading to the lake, catching live music, or walking wooded trails minutes from home. With Big Ten energy, a strong local arts scene, and a more relaxed pace of life, Bloomington offers a lifestyle that’s creative, connected, and easier to settle into.

Why Apply?

This program is designed to help remote workers make a confident move — with financial support, local connections, and perks that help you plug into the community faster. Whether you're looking for more balance, lower costs, outdoor access, or simply a change of pace, Bloomington gives you room to build a life outside of work again.

Marissa's Story: Back to Bloomington

“Replacing traffic time with walks, workouts, or just sitting outside, it’s changed everything,” she said. “I’m more productive and much more grounded.” Read more about Marissa and her family's move to Bloomington from South Florida at this link.

What You’ll Get – (Up to $8,500 in value!)

💼 Work and Professional Support:

  • Three-year full-time membership to The Mill, Bloomington’s iconic coworking space

  • Concierge access to entrepreneurship programming and startup resources

  • One-on-one support from a startup coach

  • Networking events and happy hours with remote workers, civic leaders, and business professionals

  • Introductions to local banking services, loans, and credit resources

🎭 Local Experiences and Community Perks:

  • Season tickets to Constellation Stage + Screen

  • Six-month membership to WonderLab Museum of Science, Health and Technology

  • Two complimentary night stays at Grant Street Inn

  • One month of Bloomington Transit passes

  • Welcome-to-Bloomington bundle with gift cards, moving perks, and local discounts

Why People Love Living Here:
  • Big Ten energy without big-city stress

  • Strong arts, music, and local food scene

  • Walkable neighborhoods and coffee shops

  • Nearby lakes, trails, and outdoor recreation

  • A creative, educated, community-focused vibe

This program is a great fit if you:
  • Work remotely full-time and plan to keep your current job

  • Earn at least $55,000 annually

  • Want a more connected, community-driven lifestyle

  • Enjoy college-town energy, outdoor access, and local culture

  • Are ready to relocate within the next year after acceptance


Program Sponsors

This program is sponsored by Amplify Bloomington with support from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation.


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