City Overview
Orlando is best known for being the home to the world's mega-theme parks. |
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Cost of Living
The cost of living in Metro Orlando is slightly higher than the national average, but significantly lower than many other major metropolitan markets. |
Job Search Resources
Most analysts expect Orlando's job growth to strengthen to nearly double the national rate. |
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Industry and Employment Trends
While tourism continues to be the principal industry in Orlando, the city has made efforts to diversify and expand its economy enormously. |
Largest Employers
Walt Disney is the largest employer with almost double the number of employees of any other business.
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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. |
