Think seriously about this newbies. You will likely be going into a situation where you will be:

1. Furloughed in September (RAH has furloughed three of the last four years)
2. Faced with the decision to:
a) cross a picket line and be branded a scab for life
b) be fired from the company during your probationary period for not crossing the line.

Do not go to RAH right now! Apply to Expressjet, Skywest, Air Whiskey, anywhere but there. When they get a new contract the world may change, but right now I would honestly advise anyone to fly banners for another six months rather than go to RAH. The pilot group is fighting the fight and anyone that goes there right now is assisting management. The situation is rancid and getting worse by the day. Talk to ANYONE that works there before being "purchased" for $5,000.