City Overview
Minneapolis has more than seven miles of enclosed pedestrian skyways and bridges that outsmart Mother Nature.
Cost of Living
In Minneapolis-St. Paul, incomes are high, the cost of living is average and residents have access to quality arts and leisure activities.
Job Search Resources
Online job sites combine with other resources such as staffing agencies and newspapers to assist job seekers in Minneapolis-St. Paul.
Top Companies
Top companies in Minneapolis-St. Paul include Ameriprise Financial Inc., CHS Inc. (Grains) and General Mills Inc. (Food).
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
In addition to general networking, the Twin Cities also offer groups organized around age, gender, and ethnicity.
