[icecreamcake]

Does internal transfer even increase your chances of getting a position (like moving up?)

My story is that I may want to quit my job to pursue a job related to my career field. Currently I work in a position that has nothing to do with my career path and I attend school. Since I work full time hours practically, I can't balance two jobs which is why I'd need to quit my current job if I seek out another job that is related to my career. Would staying even benefit me (besides money lol)? Does internal transfer help at all?

[MSchu]

Yes... MGM properties LOVES to promote from within.

that's why you should take whatever job you can get in there... waiting 6 months... then start looking internally for a better position.

[ScoopLV]

What is your career path that the MGM has NOTHING available for you? Volcanology?

MGM has positions for Marine biologists, chefs, statisticians, mechanical engineers, physicians, pilots, SCUBA divers, linguists and just about everything else you could think of.

[icecreamcake]

PR/marketing/ads. I've seen tons of job postings that relate to career but I lack the requirements (like one years experience even for seemingly entry level positions). I'm still in school so I thought I'd apply elsewhere who would take me as an intern.


No intern positions posted for my career either for MGM intl and I regularly check.

[ScoopLV]

This is a no-brainer. Stay at the MGM and sign up for every position that fits in marketing. Find a director and tell him or her what you want to do, and what you are currently doing to get there. The directors will be happy to talk to you. I've yet to find one who isn't.

MGM absolutely WILL help you get to the position that you want. But you have to tell them what you're looking for. There is absolutely no way I'd quit the MGM if I was going to a career in PR or marketing.

[icecreamcake]

Thanks Scoop,

I'm actually pretty new to MGM Resorts but the few directors I've met (not in my field though) hold this snippy "you are below me" attitude. My new GM was also hired from outside so I got the notion they might not promote within or prefer not to. But your post gives me hope!

I have yet to meet the director of marketing for the particular casino I work for. Would emailing them work out, or should I seek an in-person meeting? I work swing so I barely meet the directors. I hear the marketing director comes in mornings only but again, I'm only swing

[ScoopLV]

I have the best luck just meeting them in the hallways. (And I work swing, too.) I have never, EVER received a snippy "you are below me" attitude. Not ever. I'm not saying that you haven't. But I never have. And I've talked at length with every head honcho where I work from the COO on down.

Since you're going the marketing route, I would try to get in touch with a concierge manager/director. They will at least have their finger on the pulse of what you want to do. Be direct with them. Genial, cordial, but direct. "This is what I want to do, and this is what I'm currently doing to get there. Do you have any advice for me?"

That always works in my experience.

[mojavedxer]

If the Director or hiring manager thinks you can learn the job, lacking previous experience is irrelevant at MGM. " Attitude is Everything " Scoop always post this and its true in the MGM corporate culture.

[icecreamcake]

Thanks Scoop -- could I PM you for more info or advice when needed later on? It sucks that most of the directors I've met has such a bad attitudes towards those who hold entry-level positions because I've gotten a terrible impression of them. But it's great to know many of them are level-headed!

Another question: Would they consider me a top applicant if I do quit and come back (if asking a director/manager does not get me anywhere)?

Edit: Also, not to sound dumb, but how will a concierge manager/director help me? Do you mean the employee concierge?

[NCgirl2LVNV]

Speaking as a corporate employee of said employer, I can honestly testify that many upper-level executives do have down-to-earth attitudes and I have found it very easy to have a conversation with many upper-management people without getting the "I'm better than you" attitude.

I think that if you are a driven, intelligent and well-spoken employee there are some who will actually listen to your desires and, based on your aptitude, certainly will be interested in placing you in a position that will let you shine.

I do have to say that it's relatively easy for people to see if you are full of BS or are actually knowledgeable and willing to learn. There are many upper-level execs who got there because of their experience, expertise, knowledge and talents.

While I personally work in a highly specialized field that requires lots of previous experience and education, I can say that many of my coworkers have worked their way up and got promoted because they had the right attitude and willingness to learn.