Employment and Career 

The United States drives the largest economy in the world and thus offers a long list of employment opportunities, higher paying salaries, and exceptional possibilities to pursue a long-term career. Job opportunities range from those requiring advanced degrees and years of experience to the indispensable positions relying on physical labor. 

Montgomery County in particular has become a destination for immigrants with job offers and possible opportunities. The county is close to Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Annapolis, and Frederick, home to or adjacent to many colleges, universities, and institutions including the federal government, National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST), and an impressive technology corridor. Immigrants from around the world have contributed to the overall economic growth and comfort of living in Montgomery County. 

Explore the following stories on the theme of immigration and employment:

José Andrés, Spanish American folk hero of food with roots in the kitchens of Catalonia, arrived in New York City in 1991 with $50 and a set of cooking knives. In 1993 he moved to Bethesda where he still lives with his wife and three daughters. (Photo by Aaron Clamage)