An official job in the U.S. is a great chance for a foreigner to earn money and live in a country with a developed economy. Specialists in the trade, hospitality, and service industries are the most in demand in the labor market. It is not important for all employers whether an employee has industry experience or knowledge of English.
If you are looking for a job in the States, look at the notice board BAZAR.club. Here you can find current offers from employers, a detailed BAZAR immigrant guide, and useful tips from experts on adapting to the new country.
What to consider when looking for a job in the U.S.
English Proficiency Level
Test your language skills, for example, on a site with free testing. This will give you an idea of how much you can earn at the moment and what you need to learn to get the job you want.
U.S. job boards often post offers from employers who do not care whether an employee knows English. For example, to work as a nanny or housekeeper, knowing the language is not necessary. No job as a promoter, kitchen worker, warehouse worker, car washer, or auto repair shop requires this knowledge.
But it is fair to say that a high level of English opens up more opportunities. For example, getting a prestigious position in an American company that promises future career growth.
Licenses and certificates
There are certain positions in the States where you can only get a job if you have a professional license. These include beauty salon specialists (hairdressers, manicurists, and lash makers).
The license shows that you have the necessary knowledge and skills and certifies that you have successfully passed the exam. The State Department of Cosmetology and Barbering is responsible for issuing these special licenses.
Professionals in other fields, such as accountants and lawyers, should also be licensed. Failure to do so could result in a fine of $500-$5,000 (per violation).
A license is not a necessary option when looking for work. However, you can expect to have more job options if you have it. For example, American employers require a state HHA license when hiring a caregiver. This does not apply to jobs from Ukrainian-speaking and Russian-speaking employers.
Get a work permit
A work permit is a document through which you can get a Social Security number. It looks like a plastic card and is valid for 12 months.
People who can get a work permit:
- Students who are citizens of other countries and plan to do an internship in America.
- Individuals with refugee status.
- Children and spouses of employees of diplomatic missions.
- Foreign residents who are in the country on a family or work visa.
- Immigrants applying for permanent residency in America.
Ways to find a job for Ukrainian immigrants
The easiest and fastest job search is on the Internet, filled with free ad posting sites in the USA. Use what’s convenient for you: US job boards for Ukrainian/Russian speakers or English-speaking job sites. We suggest you learn more about each of them.
BAZAR.club is one of the well-known and comprehensively useful US bulletin boards. It contains the most up-to-date information for immigrants. Many jobs, job search tips, ads from landlords, and information about catering establishments, pharmacies, and beauty salons are all available on BAZAR.club.
You can also use English-language platforms. Set the right filter – “Ukrainian” or “Russian” to see jobs for Ukrainian/Russian speakers.
Among such platforms we can highlight:
- Indeed: a helpful job search service that provides company reviews and salary levels in various industries.
- CareerCast: a site that shows niche jobs by given locations and keywords.
- Wellfound: a resource with many jobs, including for those who want to work outside the office.
Another option is an offline search. So, if you see an ad on the door or window of an institution/office, you can personally visit it and find out all about the job you are interested in.
How does a new immigrant find work in the States?
Start your search by finding out your level of English and getting all your licenses and permits processed. Then the whole process will take much less time and effort. Use well-known, proven platforms to select and research jobs. These can be bulletin boards adapted for Ukrainian- and Russian-speaking job seekers or English-language job sites.
Explore the U.S. job market. You’ll definitely find a job to suit you!
