Applying for an internal position can be quite daunting. You may be concerned about how your current manager will react or what will happen if you are not successful. You shouldn’t let either of these points put you off, as legally there is nothing a company can do if you want to apply to move to a different department, your current job should not be affected. Below are a few ways that you can prepare yourself for applying for an internal job.

1)      Find out about the structure of the company: Find out what the other departments are, what they do and who are the leaders within them.

2)      Search for jobs: Have a look on the company website and any notice boards, as all vacancies should be offered internally first before advertised elsewhere. If you find a position, check to see if you have the required qualifications and experience to apply.

3)      Improve your current performance: If you have not been giving your job you all, you need to quickly pick up your game. Applying for an internal position has the advantage that the company already knows a bit about you, but if you have not been performing well recently, this may also be your downfall.