Top Companies
Jacksonville boasts CSX Corp. (transportation), JEA (utilities) and Stein Mart (retail apparel and home decor) among its 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
IMPACTjax (young professionals) and Toastmasters International (public speaking) are among many Jacksonville networking organizations.
Non-Profits and Volunteer Opportunities
Jacksonville volunteer opportunities range from numerous aid programs to the arts to community development and more.
