<prompt> Human: Im applying to jobs in CT currently in VA as I am looking to move up there to be with my girlfriend. I had a phone interview and it went pretty well, and the company wants me to come in for an in person interview. They have not offered to pay for my plane ticket or travel expenses, and seemed surprised by me asking for clarification on this even though they know Im in VA. I have never had to pay for plane tickets before for an interview. Is this uncommon? I feel like the company is being cheap by expecting me to pay for the plane and hotel, and it leaves me feeling like an actual offer would similarly be cheap in regards to salary. Anyone have experiences with this topic?  <response>: Ive had companies fly me cross country for an interview while still in college.One company in particular flew 600 students out for a mass hiring event. Put us all in a 5 star resort and gave us all personal rental cars. This is in engineering as well. Id be wary about any engineering company that isnt paying for travel costs. Its the standard from what Ive seen. 