Like many US cities, Charlotte, North Carolina has been suffering economically and job growth has been declining. However, the cost of living is lower than average and the population is growing. In addition, the teacher-student ratio is much better than most of the United States. Anyone wishing to move to or raise a family in…
Syracuse is widely known as a cultural, educational and economic epicenter for the state of New York. With a population of over 147,000 residents, it is the fifth largest city in the state, in addition to being the main hub for Central New York, a regional with more than a million inhabitants. Syracuse is considered…
Warren is a city in Macomb County in Michigan. With a population of about 140,000 residents, Warren is Detroit’s largest suburb and the third largest city in all of Michigan. Troy and Farmington Hills are two more large suburbs of Detroit. They are both located in Oakland County; Farmington Hills is the largest city in…
I’m a New Yorker. I’ve got a Master’s degree from New York University and spent the first four decades of my life there. An internet relationship coupled with a desire to relocate after my divorce lead me to move to Mobile Alabama. I made sure to get my professional social work license issued in…
Although in the state of New Jersey, Camden is close to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and many people living in Camden commute to Philadelphia for work. Camden itself usually has a high unemployment rate, but there are some careers that are promising in the city. The Service Industry. Although not a hot tourist destination spot, Camden does…
Raleigh, known to some as the “City of Oaks,” is the capital and second largest city in the state of North Carolina. With a growing population of over 400,000 residents, Raleigh is ranked as the 8th fastest growing city in the entire country, making it a popular destination for people looking to enhance or establish…
1. Babysitting It may seem a bit cliché, but being a nanny or babysitter can be an excellent summer job opportunity with pay starting above minimum wage (The estimate is about $10 an hour!). General qualifications: Must be a legal US citizen Must have a valid driver’s license with a good record Dependable; responsible Timely…
Trenton is the capital and one of the most important cities in the state of New Jersey. Historically, Trenton’s economy was best known for its strong role in industrial manufacturing. The now-famous slogan, “Trenton Makes, The World Takes,” sums up the economy of the city from the 1800s through the early 1900s. Like many…
Even with the economic downturn, Atlanta is one of the most economically stable cities in the South. This is in part due to the variety of industries in the city. For example, tourism is a major part of Atlanta’s economy, but by no means all of it. In addition, major companies such as Coca-Cola make…
Although often overshadowed by Dallas, Fort Worth is in important city in its own right. It is a wonderful place in which to look for employment and long-term careers, in part because of so many big-name employers and the location of the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Fort Worth has fared better than most of…
