August Labor Report Released

According to the Bureau of Labor statistics, the unemployment rate took a hard hit in August, rising from 5.7 to 6.1 percent. Unemployment continues to grow in manufacturing, construction, and employment services, to name a few.

One market that is actually seeing growth during this difficult time is energy-related industries. The energy field is seeing new hires and positions in mining, oil, and gas extraction. According to the report, employment in mining increased by 12,000 in August with gains across all component industries. Over the past 12 months, job growth has been especially strong in support activities for mining (39,000) and in oil and gas extraction (17,000).

 While you may not have been considering a position within these specific fields, it is important to think in fresh and innovative ways about new careers on the horizon that will more than likely be considered "recession proof".

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