Job Resources
Many websites post job announcements from employers and recruiters; these are increasingly effective places to find job leads.
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Employment Trends
‘Recovery’ is the watchword of hope for cities and metropolitan areas across the US.
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Information Technology
The unemployment rate for the IT industry remains low, as the industry was never really affected by the recession.
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Engineering
The overall employment outlook for engineers is improving, spurred on by road and bridge construction and by the push for environmentally-friendly technologies.
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Accounting and Finance
Hiring in the financial arena is still slow, although professionals with the right expertise still experience a strong job market.
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Healthcare
Healthcare is one of the brightest spots in the US employment picture.
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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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Work Permits/Visas
The United States issues a confusing range of visas which are broadly divided into immigrant (permanent resident) and non-immigrant (temporary resident) visas.
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Resume/CVs
In the United States it is relatively rare to see a longer CV-style document except for special fields such as academia or scientific research.
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Interviewing Advice
US recruiters and hiring managers expect candidates to demonstrate an understanding of the employer, its competitors and its customers.
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Cultural Advice
Time is considered a valuable commodity in the United States and it is important to arrive punctually for meetings.
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Business and Networking
The best way to find jobs in the United States is through referrals and leads from personal acquaintances, making networking groups and contacts critical.
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