Live and Work Locally in Northeast Indiana
Total Incentive
$11,700
Description
Your Next Career Starts in Northeast Indiana
Looking for a place where your career can grow and your cost of living makes life easier? Make your move to Northeast Indiana—a region of eleven welcoming counties where opportunity, community, and affordability come together.
The counties highlighted above make up the Northeast Indiana region.
Strong Career Opportunities Across Northeast Indiana
Northeast Indiana is home to a diverse and growing job market with opportunities across a wide range of industries. The region’s economy is supported by strong employers in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, defense, life sciences, and agriculture, offering career paths for professionals at many stages.
From global manufacturers and innovative startups to leading healthcare systems and growing small businesses, Northeast Indiana provides a place where you can build a stable career while enjoying a high quality of life. With shorter commutes, affordable housing, and communities that value hard work and collaboration, many professionals find it easier to grow their careers here than in larger, more expensive metros.
Find Your Job in Northeast Indiana
We know searching for a job from out of state can be intimidating. We've created an Employment Guide to help. Explore our recommended job board, industries, employers, and training opportunities in the area by clicking on the link below:
How the Process Works
We make it simple to pursue local job opportunities and relocate to the Indy Region.
- Apply on MakeMyMove
Submit your application to join the Work Local in the Indy Region program. - Start Your Job Search
Use the Employment Guide to explore roles, connect with employers, and begin applying. - Secure a Local Job + Housing
Once you’ve accepted a qualifying job and secured housing anywhere in Northeast Indiana, you’re eligible to move through the program. - Make Your Move
Welcome to Northeast Indiana! You’ll join a supportive network of residents, employers, and community partners ready to help you thrive.
The Northeast Indiana Region is looking for people who:
Make at least $20,000 in their current employment and will secure new full-time employment earning at least $50,000 annually in Northeast Indiana for the entirety of the program term
Currently reside outside of Indiana
Are 18 years or older
Will relocate primary residence to Northeast Indiana within 6 months
Will provide employment and residency documentation to determine eligibility
Remote workers, gig workers and self-employed workers are not eligible
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How It Works
This community is participating in the MakeMyMove on-platform application process. Apply in a few minutes. You’ll receive a response to your application, and will have access to a team to help along the way.
1. Apply
Fill out our fast application form to share your information and why you’re interested in making a move.
2. Get Pre-Approved
Qualifying applicants will receive an introduction to the local sponsors of the program who will answer your questions, and help you decide if the community is the right fit.
3. Confirm Eligibility
Once you’ve been selected, we’ll confirm your eligibility for the program and facilitate a formal offer from the community.
4. Accept and Make Your Move
Accept your offer to reserve your spot in the program, and let us know when you arrive to receive the incentive.