Overview: Hawaii Jobs
There are so many things to see and do in Hawaii. But first—let's look at some things that aren't in the 50th state. The first is probably good news to some: Residents never accidentally show up early for their Hawaii jobs once every year since there's no daylight saving time on any of the islands. No problem if you're afraid of snakes. There are (technically) none in Hawaii. You also won't spot any billboards—they're banned. And last, chances are you can't spell your name using Hawaii's alphabet because it only has 12 or 13 letters, depending on who you ask.
Now let's take a look at the things you can only do in Hawaii. You can mail a coconut anywhere in the world from the Hoolehua Post Office. It's called the "Post-a-Nut" program, and it costs $12 to $20 depending on the size and destination of the coconut. You can wear white after Labor Day because you only need a one-season wardrobe. And Hawaii is the only state in the country that grows Kona coffee. About 900 coffee farms provide farmworkers with Hawaii jobs. If you like what Hawaii offers and don't mind missing out on snakes and billboards, Honolulu is a great place to look for jobs in Hawaii.
Popular Jobs in Hawaii
For people on the U.S. mainland, Hawaii is often thought of as a vacation spot. In fact, tourism is the primary source of income in Hawaii. Those visitors support tourism sectors like transportation, retail, and service jobs.
The tropical climate of the islands is ideal for growing agricultural products not found elsewhere in the states. Pineapple, sugar cane, coffee, and macadamia nuts are some of the products that generate nearly $3 billion for the Hawaii economy and support 42,000 farming jobs. Processing these foods is a huge part of the manufacturing industry in Hawaii and adds production jobs to the economy.
Other popular jobs in Hawaii include:
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Interviewing for Hawaii Jobs
When you get your first call for a job interview in Hawaii, will you be ready? You will if you take some time now to prepare! Monster can help with that. We have tons of resources in our interview tips library including the 10 best interview tips and 100 potential interview questions.
How Much Do Hawaii Jobs Pay?
The median household income in Hawaii is $81,275. What you will make depends on your job title and skills. Monster's Salary Tools can put you on the right path when you negotiate a new job salary. You'll see the estimated pay range for the job, plus a list of skills that can help you get to the top of that scale.
Want to Learn More About Companies Near You?
Whether you are from Hawaii, or interviewing from out of town, you can never know too much about a company. Monster wants you to help you decide if the company is a good fit for you, and employers will be impressed that you took the time to research them before an interview. We make it easy to get the scoop in our Company Profiles. Plug in the name of a company and you'll see things like:
- the company's mission statement
- benefits and training they offer employees
- the history of the company
You Are Here, and So Are Hawaii Jobs
You've come to the right place to search for Hawaii jobs. Click around to see what's out there. While you're taking a break, be sure to complete your Monster Profile. It will allow us to send you job leads and alert recruiters and employers you're on the market.