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Getting A Job In America

 

[ Buy this book ] T his eighth edition of Getting a Job in America is appearing at a time of some uncertainty. While many outsiders continue to be attracted to the idea of living and working in the USA and there are plenty of jobs for them to do, the terrorist attack on New York’s World Trade C... [ Read More ]

1.Map Of Usa.

2.Prefaceto The Eighth Edition

3.Land Of Opportunity
The USA: Past and Present; Why Work in the USA?; Where Can I Go?; Am I Eligible to Work in the United States?; Will America Suit Me?; The Financial and Other Rewards;

4.Getting Into The United States: The Red Tape
The Need for a Visa; The 1990 Immigration Law (Immact 90); Non-Immigrant (Temporary) Visas; Immigrant Visas; People Not Eligible For Visas;

5.Vacation Jobs And Exchanges
The Opportunities Available; The Principal Agencies; Other Organisations; Further Reading;

6.Arranging A Job Before You Leave
Replying To Advertisements; Speculative Applications; Salary Expectations; What Are The Potential Problems? Your Contract;

7.Preparations Before Departure
Checklist;

8.Looking For A Job On Arrival
Should I Approach An Employer Direct?; Private Recruitment Agencies; Job Advertisements; Public Sector And Other Employement Services; Networking; What Are The Pros And Cons Of Job Hunting From A US Base?;

9.Working Conditions And Financial Obligations
Your Contract; Medical Matters; Working Practices; Taxation;

10.Working For Yourself
What's My First Step?; Matters For Consideration; What Business?;

11.Looking Ahead
What Are Job Prospects Like?; The Most Promising Areas; Returning Home To An Established Position; Moving On; Getting Advice; The Key To Success;