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Census Bureau must fill jobs for population tally
Author: Gary Michaels
As the government attempts to bring forth practical measures to promote the health of the U.S. job market, one agency has announced that it plans to take a much more proactive approach: hire about 1.2 million new employees.
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- Half of physician training will be online by 2016
- Part of the territory that comes with becoming a physician is the multitude of training programs throughout the career in addition to the countless years of medical school that are needed to become certified. Individuals might want to be extremely dedicated to the profession before they decide to go through with all of the education requirements, as they can be costly. According to Aspiringdocs.com, medical school starts at $22,199 a year for in-state students attending public universities, which does not include other expenses that can set a person back at least $18,000 a year. (more »)
- Skechers facility creates thousands of jobs for California residents
- The California economy has been a hot topic discussed among the rest of the country's residents. One of the states affected hardest by the recession, California currently has a $6 billion deficit and an unemployment rate of 13.2 percent. While Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has been pushing for job creation in the hopes that positions will help stimulate the state's economy, unfortunately some companies are still hesitant to hire. (more »)
- Obama pushes for more exports in an effort to create jobs
- The national unemployment rate has been a hot-button issue for both government officials and the general public. While some economic analysts believe that the country is heading in the right direction, the road to recovery appears to be a long one, resulting in frustration about the limited amount of jobs among many Americans. The Obama administration has been working to boost career creation by offering financial incentives to companies as well as creating extra measures to support burgeoning industries. (more »)
- Siemens plant will create more than 825 jobs in North Carolina
- While some industries may be hurting more than others, energy companies are continuing to make strides against the tough market. Because the majority of the U.S. relies on energy to run their households and buildings, energy companies are still hiring despite the rough economic climate. Additionally, with the Obama administration pushing for job creation, companies that can afford to hire are doing so for financial incentives and tax credits. (more »)
- D.C. unemployment rate leaves economic analysts optimistic despite increase
- The job market has been closely watched by government officials, economic analysts and the general public as everyone looks for signs of a turnaround. While February numbers showed that there was little change in national unemployment - staying at 9.7 percent for the second month in a row - some areas flourished more than others. Michigan, which has the highest unemployment rate in the country, dropped two percentage points in January with more auto workers retaining their jobs and added positions in manufacturing. However, Washington, D.C., Virginia and Maryland all saw an increase in job losses for the month of January. Despite these losses economic analysts are still optimistic. (more »)
- Unemployed workers may be entitled to tax breaks
- Unemployment can be a stressful time for many individuals. Trying to find a means of income on top of paying bills and supporting themselves and their families can be enough of a burden for job seekers. Although applicants have the option to collect unemployment benefits, there are still a number of people who are looking for a little extra help in the finance department. (more »)
- March job openings could set a four-year high
- The job market has slowly begun to stabilize after months of devastating job losses. Throughout the majority of 2009, hundreds of thousands of jobs were lost on a month-to-month basis, only to begin dropping as the year drew to a close. Many job analysts have suggested that 2010 will be a year of slow recovery, only to pick up at a faster pace in 2011. Although some job-seekers are still not seeing results, the overall picture has become a little less grim. (more »)
- Wedding-related jobs are expected to increase as a result of gay marriage law
- Event planning can be a fun career that allows people to show off their creativity and attention to detail. Whether it's planning a corporate party, celebrating someone's birthday or organizing a wedding, there is always an occasion for an event planner. Specifically with weddings, related fields such as caterers, venues and florists all see an increase in consumer spending as their big day quickly approaches. (more »)
- Man inspired to help kids heads back to school for a career in teaching
- As the job market continues to have its ups and downs, many people are not deterred by news that their desired field is struggling. In fact, some individuals feel that they're pushed harder to succeed in the industry of their choice, as they're driven by the stiff competition. More people are deciding to go back to school and pursue a higher degree in order to be considered more academically qualified for their desired position. (more »)
- Employers and consumers may be putting the employment market at a standstill
- The economy has caused many corporations to enact a hiring freeze that resulted in a standstill with the unemployment market. Because individuals are still trying to be frugal with their money, overall sales are down, resulting in companies making cutbacks in order to balance their budgets. The consumer greatly affects the overall job market in a variety of fields, as many industries rely on sales to keep their businesses booming. Consumers can affect businesses firsthand, as well as advertising, the media and manufacturers. (more »)