Getting a Job in America: A Step-by-step Guide to Finding Work in the USA

by RogerJones (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2005

  $4.47

  Updated and revised, this popular title explains the employment possibilities open to non-USA citizens, describes the range of jobs available, the locations, pay and conditions and how to get hired. Contents: 1. Land of opportunity; 2. Getting into the United States: the red tape; 3. Vacation jobs and exchanges; 4. Arranging a job before you leave; 5. Preparations before departure; 6. Looking for a job on arrival; 7. Working conditions and financial obligations; 8. Working for yourself; 9. Looking ahead; Appendices: - Job sectors; - UK & US recruitment organisations; - Newspapers and specialist journals; - Job applications; - Useful addresses in the UK and US; - Bibliography - Internet directory.

• Used

  Paperback
  1997

  $3.80

  This is a handbook for anyone planning to work in the US, whether on a short-term vacation assignment, on secondment or contract, or on a permanent basis. This updated edition helps the reader to make it a reality by explaining the work possibilities open to a non-US citizen. Drawing on the experiences of individuals, companies and recruitment agencies, the book reveals the range of jobs available, the locations, pay and conditions and how to get hired. The book also provides up-to-date information on US immigration requirements, contact addresses and telephone numbers and the names of specialist journals for job hunters, professional organizations and trade unions.