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While relocation may not be a likely solution to finding jobs for all, some prospective jobseekers in select industries may have far better opportunities finding work indifferent areas of the country. Acknowledging States around the country thatcater specifically to particular industries as far as employment can give anadvantage in your job hunt amidst the unfavorable job climate.

The following 5 States will be the best options for seeking employment forthe first quarter as the economy continues to pickup through the year.

Virginia (+9,500)

In 2008 Virginia was rated the best State in the nation for business byForbes Magazine for the third year in a row. As 2009 came to a close, severalindustries within this state have showed their strength by remaining somewhatviable. With a high concentration of Fortune 500 companies, construction,leisure & hospitality, education, and government industries make Virginialead the way into 2010 for employment opportunities. View Virginiajobs.

Oklahoma (+5,000)

Coming in at second going into 2010 was Oklahoma. The best industries toland a job in this State were within mining & lodging, information,government, and education”>. Naturally a producer of energy includingnatural gas and oil, careers within the mining industry energy has remained astrong point assisting this state’s economy. View Oklahomajobs.

Oregon (+2,900)

Manufacturing, trade, transportation, & utilities, information, andprofessional & businesses services led all industries for employment asprospects look up for this state heading into 2010.

New Hampshire (+2,000)

Ranked as fourth, New Hampshire job industries that lead are professional& business services, education & health services, and government”>.Opportunities for prospective job seekers in these categories will be favorableheading into the first quarter of 2010 if these trends continue.

Washington (+2,000)

Trade, transportation & utilities, professional & businessesservices, education & health services, and government job categories willprovide the most favorable employment conditions for this State.

Karl Giles is an Internet Copywriter for Employment Guide, a division ofDominion Enterprises. Employment Guide offers businesses a recruitment solutionfor hourly workers through a nationwide series of publications, award-winningWeb sites, and series of job fairs.EmploymentGuide.com attracts more than 1 million unique visitors each month andfeatures jobs for the skilled workers.