City Overview
Richmond is one of America's most historic cities and, though small, has much to offer.
Cost of Living
Richmond, Virginia, is an affordable place to live. Incomes and expenses are average, taxes are low, and housing costs continue to fall.
Job Search Resources
RichmondCareers.net and the Virginia Employment Commission are two great sources for local jobs.
Industry and Employment Trends
Richmond is recovering from the recession, with it's unemployment rate holding steady at 6 percent.
Top Companies
Health and education organizations and companies are among the top employers in Richmond
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.
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.
Resume/CVs
In the United States it is relatively rare to see a longer CV-style document except for special fields such as academia or scientific research.
