Job Resources
Recruitment agencies and Internet-based sources are the most widespread ways of looking for a job in Switzerland.
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Employment Trends
Switzerland has been in a recession with negative net export growth and a decline in investment levels.
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Information Technology
The number of people involved in IT has risen recently to 13.8 percent of the employed population.
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Engineering
While Swiss industrial growth recently slowed more sharply than expected, industry analysts expect it to pick up in the near future.
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Accounting and Finance
Switzerland has long been viewed as a country of financial services, but the world banking crisis has hit it hard.
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Top Companies
The following list represents companies reporting the largest assets/revenues in the country. More than 400,000 additional corporate profiles can be found in Going Global's Employer Directory.
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Business and Networking
There are many business networking groups in Switzerland, which are useful for finding employment and entrepreneurial contacts.
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Work Permits/Visas
Switzerland has entered into agreements with the European Union concerning immigration and employment even though it is not a member.
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Resume/CVs
When applying to an international company, an English version of the CV (no more than two pages) should be sent.
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Interviewing Advice
The Swiss are very punctual for both business and social occasions and they expect the same from others.
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Cultural Advice
Business cards are important for doing business and networking in Switzerland.
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