City Overview
Although long referred to as "the mistake on the lake,' Cleveland has recently been named one of the most livable cities in America. |
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Cost of Living
It costs almost exactly the same to live in Cleveland as it does to live in America in general, even though housing costs are less than the national average. |
Job Search Resources
Cleveland has suffered high unemployment rates since the decline in heavy manufacturing. |
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Industry and Employment Trends
With the decline in manufacturing, Cleveland has been forced to diversify, adding financial services, health care and technology. |
Largest Employers
Manufacturing still leads the list of largest employers, but health care and financial services aren't far behind.
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H-1B visa Companies
An H-1B visa is a popular way for foreign nationals to gain employment.
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Business and Networking Groups
More than 70 percent of jobs are found through personal contacts. Explore these groups to build a network. |
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Non-Profit and Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering for a non-profit organization can be a great way to build up a resume. |
Résumé
The preferred resume format in the United States is what is known as reverse chronological, which lists most recent experience and works backward from there.
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Interviewing Advice
U.S. recruiters and hiring managers expect candidates to demonstrate an understanding of the employer, its competitors and its customers. |
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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Cultural Advice
Time is considered a valuable commodity in the United States and it is important to arrive to meetings punctually. |
