City Overview
With a friendly Midwestern smile and a hard-working attitude, Chicagoans seem to welcome people of every type.
Cost of Living
Chicago is surprisingly affordable. Expenses are higher than average, but so are incomes (at least in the suburbs).
Job Search Resources
Online job sites - along with job fairs, staffing agencies and newspapers - assist Chicagoans who are seeking employment.
Industry and Employment Trends
The Windy City’s unemployment rate is shrinking faster than that of any other major US city.
Top Companies
On the list of Chicago's top companies you'll find AON Corporation (Insurance), Boeing Company (Aircraft Manufacturing) and Exelon Corp. (Energy & Utilities).
H-1B Visa Companies
An H-1B visa is a popular way for foreign nationals to gain employment.
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.
Resume Guidelines
In the US it is rare to submit a longer CV-style document except in certain fields. Usually a resume is no more than two pages long.
Interviewing Advice
US recruiters and hiring managers expect candidates to demonstrate an understanding of the employer, its competitors and its customers.
Cultural Advice
Time is considered a valuable commodity in the United States and it is important to arrive punctually for meetings.
Business and Networking Groups
If you're looking for networking opportunities in the areas of IT, Engineering, Accounting/Finance or Sales/Marketing, you'll find them in Chicago.
Non-Profits and Volunteer Opportunities
Chicago's numerous non-profits include opportunities with educational museums and with immigrant and refugee organizations.
