Also "local candidates preferred" usually means "we pay no relocation and we need you to start ASAP".

No matter what is advertised, each class of ads develops its own coded language.

>I hate jumping into threads like this, but the sheer rudeness of your reply is just as bad. As far as not understanding, clearly you have the problem. 'Preferred' does not mean exclusive! And he also stated that he was applying for full-time work, not contract! Pay attention.
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>>Well, not to poke any holes in your righteousness, but which part of 'No contractors, please. Local candidates preferred. No sponsorship possible at this time. EOE' did you think didn't apply?