City Overview
The Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex has a population of more than 6.3 million people.
Cost of Living
Dallas-Fort Worth is very affordable. Texas has no personal income tax, and housing is considerably less expensive than in the average American town.
Job Search Resources
Dallas-Fort Worth offers the usual job search resources (recruiters, newspapers, etc.) with on-line job sites being at the top of the list.
Top Companies
Clubcorp International (Sports & Recreation), CompUSA, Inc. (Computer & Software Retail) and Dean Foods Company (Dairy Products) are among Dallas-Fort Worth's top companies.
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
Dallas-Fort Worth networking opportunities are plentiful, including those for persons interested in IT, engineering and small business.
Non-Profits and Volunteer Opportunities
The areas of non-profit and volunteer opportunities in Dallas-Fort Worth range from animals and the arts to health and homelessness.
