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The Top 3 Cities for Jobs and Internships

When it comes to looking for a job or internship, there’s more to consider than just the position, company or salary. It’s also important to think about the type of place you want to live and what you can expect if you’re considering a move to a new city or town.

To help you figure it out, we’ve put together some great tips for navigating the top three cities for jobs and internships.

New York City

Finance, communication and healthcare are just a handful of the powerhouse industries constantly hiring in New York City. In addition to all the opportunities you can expect in your chosen industry, there’s also a lot to discover about the city itself. Want authentic pizza? New York City has it. Craving a smoothie bowl? No problem. Dying to try that insane milkshake you saw circulating on Instagram? You got it. You’ll never go hungry in NYC with the endless variety of food on every street corner.

If you want more of a cultural experience, you can check out must-see sights like the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty and the MET Museum, but the real beauty of NYC lies beneath the lush green trees that cover numerous hidden parks, dozens of trendy rooftop gardens, underground “secret” speakeasies and so many museums you won’t know which to visit on your next weekend day-trip. Unless you’re hiding out in your apartment binging on a “Law & Order” marathon, you really can’t have a boring day here.

San Francisco

Known for its beauty and its bustling tech scene, San Francisco is popular among those who are eager to work in tech, especially with dozens of Silicon Valley startups. Your commute won’t feel like a drag when you get to take a peek at the Golden Gate Bridge as you’re heading into work.

Slumped from a killer work week? Pretend you’re a kid again and ride down the Seward Street Slides on scraps of cardboard and forget about responsibilities for a short while, or catch a ballgame and cheer on your San Francisco Giants while enjoying a hefty plate of Irish nachos.

If you’re looking to work off those nachos, don’t worry. This city is bustling with gyms, but you can also get a healthy dose of vitamin D just by walking the hills alone. When it is finally time to relax before duty calls on Monday, head back home and wait to do it all over again.

We’ve also heard rumors of the brain-power behind Tesla engineering underground tunnels for car transportation. Traveling up to 130 mph will be an absolute game changer for your daily commute.

Washington, D.C.

You may not get to step into the White House on your first day in D.C., but this is the city to move to if you’re hoping to jumpstart your career in politics, and if politics aren’t your thing, that’s okay too! The chances of scoring a job in education or tourism are very high here.

While your first couple weeks on the calendar will be marked with the usual hotspots like the Lincoln Memorial, the Smithsonian Museum and the Washington Monument, you’ll be hitting the local joints in no time. The can’t-miss Cherry Blossom Festival is held every spring where the Japanese trees along the Tidal Basin come to life and will be sure to make an incredible Insta photo. With this many museums and historical landmarks steps away from each other, you’ll be sure to impress Mom and Dad with your new knowledge about what you learned at Capitol Hill.

With all of the traveling to and from your destinations, you will need a pick-me-up. D.C. is flourishing with new restaurants that let you take food on the go. Sushi, pho and ramen bowls are also becoming hot staples in the area if you are looking for a sit-down meal. If you want genuine D.C. food, head over to 9th street for Ethiopian fare, or dig into a half smoke chili dog at Ben’s Chili Bowl.

Whether you need a quiet neighborhood to catch some Zzz’s or a fun night on the town, you can’t go wrong living in the heart of Washington D.C.

Ready to find a job in your dream city? Check out some great opportunities on WayUp.

samkoury

Samantha is an editorial intern at WayUp and a senior at Simmons College studying Business Management and Marketing, hoping to pursue a career making an impact through digital marketing. She loves writing reviews for businesses, enjoys spending time with her dog, and cooking on the weekends!

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