Recently I become aware of the many job opportunities in North Dakota primarily because of developments in the oil industry. An article in the September 18, 2011, edition of The Wall Street Journal on page C1, “There Will Be Oil” includes the following statement:
“In 2003, the Bakken formation in North Dakota was producing a mere 10,000 barrels of oil a day. Today, it is over 400,000 barrels, and North Dakota has become the fourth-largest oil-producing state in the country. Such ‘tight’ oil could add as much as two million barrels a day to the U.S. oil production after 2020 – something that would not have been in any forecast five years ago.”
Another article in same edition of The Wall Street Journal, “State Jobless Rates climb As Governments Pare Back” states:
“North Dakota has the lowest unemployment rate in the nation – 3.5% - thanks to a small population and booming industries tied to natural resources. Nebraska and South Dakota also have rates below 5%.”
At dinner with some friends last Saturday, I asked my friend, who is purchasing oil leases in North Dakota, about the economic climate there, and he confirmed the boom that is well underway. He also cautioned about the approaching cold weather season which will slow things down a bit. A cursory review of job postings on the Internet finds many job opportunities.
I recognize that many folks do not want to leave the comfort of their present surroundings; however, if you need and want a job or you have to go to work, I suggest that you consider investigating employment opportunities in North Dakota.
Please share with other readers of this blog information or experience you have concerning job opportunities in North Dakota.
Thanks!
Glyn
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