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Best sectors to work in the US: salaries up to $1,000 per month
See the sectors that hire the most and pay the most, as well as practical tips on where to find vacancies and how to apply easily.
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Working in the United States is the dream of many immigrants seeking better wages, quality of life, and the chance to save money faster.
But you know What are the best sectors to work in there?
1️⃣ Sectors that hire the most and pay well
🔹 Civil Construction
- Average daily wage: US$1.50 to US$2.00
- Monthly salary: US$$ 3,000 to US$$ 5,000
Common roles: construction assistant, drywall, painting, carpentry, and roofing.
🔹 Residential and Commercial Cleaning (Cleaning Services)
- Average daily wage: US$1.00 to US$1.80
- Monthly salary: US$$ 2,600 to US$$ 4,000
Functions: cleaning houses, offices, post-construction and hotels.
🔹 Delivery and Logistics (Delivery & Warehouse)
- Average daily wage: US$1.20 to US$1.20
- Monthly salary: US$$ 3,200 to US$$ 5,500
Functions: app delivery person, driver, separation and packaging in warehouses.
🔹 Restaurant Services (Restaurants & Hospitality)
- Average daily wage: US$100 to US$180 (you can earn more with tips)
- Monthly salary: US$ 2,500 to US$ 4,000
Functions: waiter, kitchen assistant, dishwasher, attendant.
🔹 Personal and Elderly Care (Caregivers)
- Average daily wage: US$1.50 to US$2.00
- Monthly salary: US$$ 3,000 to US$$ 5,000
Functions: elderly caregiver, babysitter, home care.
2️⃣ How to look for jobs in the USA
✅ Reliable websites for finding jobs:
- Indeed (indeed.com) – one of the largest job sites in the US, with filters by city and sector.
- Craigslist (craigslist.org) – used for local jobs, including opportunities that do not require advanced English.
- Facebook Marketplace and Groups – many employers post vacancies in groups of Brazilians in the USA.
- SimplyHired (simplyhired.com) – another simple-to-use site with quick filter options.
- Glassdoor (glassdoor.com) – useful for viewing vacancies and salaries by sector before applying.
✅ Tips when searching:
- Search for words like “hiring”, “no experience”, “construction”, “cleaning”, “caregiver”, “warehouse”, “restaurant jobs”.
- Use filters by city and visa availability or “cash jobs” if necessary.
- Please read the full description before applying to see if they offer fixed hours or daily pay.
3️⃣ How to apply for vacancies
📌 Practical steps:
- Prepare a simple resume in English, with US contact information, previous experience, and availability.
- Register for free on the job sites listed above.
- Use filters by job type, salary, and location.
- Apply for multiple jobs a day to increase your chances.
- If you go in person, bring your printed resume and dress appropriately to make a good impression.
✅ Conclusion
The sectors of construction, cleaning, logistics, restaurants and personal care are the ones that offer the most opportunities for Brazilians in the USA, with daily wages starting from US$ 100 and monthly averages from US$ 2,600 to US$ 5,500 depending on the role and state you are in.
Use sites like Indeed, Craigslist, and Facebook groups to find real vacancies and always confirm details before starting.
With organization and dedication, working in the US can be a chance to achieve financial stability and make important plans come true.
