Full Time Jobs in the United States

Full-Time Jobs Overview

There are plenty of reasons to consider looking for a full-time job. Besides advantages like healthcare, a steady paycheck, a retirement account, and paid time off, full-time jobs can be perfect for people who want to dedicate their time to a company, cause, or work they're really passionate about. They're also good if you no longer want to deal with the changing schedule of a part-time job. If you've just graduated or are ready to commit to a career path, there are tons of opportunities for full-time employment across industries.

Working for a company as a full-time employee comes with a slew of upsides:

• benefits, like dental and vision insurance
• a 401k retirement plan
• paid holidays
• predictable 40-hour workweek that sticks to a schedule (you know when you're working and when you can have a day off)
• you learn the ins and outs of the business quickly
• you have more opportunities to advance your career and score a raise or promotion
• a steady income that can help you increase your savings, especially if you earn overtime

Our goal at Monster is to help every job seeker find a role that's the perfect fit for them throughout the different stages of their career. When you work full-time, you’re learning skills and taking on responsibilities that can put you in an excellent position for career advancement. Have a look at management jobs to get a sense of what your next steps might look like. There are many different types of full-time jobs available in numerous fields. Try searching these popular positions:

• administrative jobs
• education jobs
• healthcare jobs
• service jobs

Full-Time Job Education and Skills 

Whether or not you'll need a formal education depends on what full-time jobs you have your eye on. But to obtain and keep a full-time job successfully, you'll need certain qualities. Employers are looking for candidates who:

• Show up on time every day.
• Communicate clearly.
• Work well within a team.
• Are dedicated and motivated.
• Put effort into their work every day.
• Are willing to learn new professional skills.

Update Your Full-Time Job Resume

If you're ready to commit to a 9-to-5, you'll need to update your resume. Monster is here to provide you with insider tips and tricks that will help you land your next position. Before you start writing, take a look at our writing tips to learn all the do's and don'ts for discussing your background and skills. Then, take a peek at our resume templates to get creative ideas for your resume's layout and design.

No application would be complete without a cover letter that lays out why you're the best candidate for the job. Some points to mention when you’re applying to a full-time job include:

• You work well both on your own and as part of a team, and you love to collaborate
• The company culture is one that you can really see yourself contributing to
• Your excellent time-management skills
• What you admire about the company’s products and services

If you're struggling to find the right words, browse our cover letter writing advice. Or take a look at our cover letter samples to find specific examples for jobs across industries.

Interviewing for a Full-Time Job

Before they hire you, your future employer will want to know more about you, your experience, and your work style. Through a job interview, both you and your company will have the chance to ask each other questions to determine if you're a good match.

While it's normal to feel nervous before an interview, don't put too much pressure on yourself. You're interviewing them as much as they're interviewing you! To get prepared, try doing a mock interview with a friend to help you work out clear, informative answers to the following commonly asked questions:

• Tell me about yourself.
• What are some of your strengths and weaknesses?
• Why do you want to work for this company?
• Tell me about a time you had to resolve a conflict with a coworker.
• Why should we hire you?

Monster has gathered a list of additional interview questions that hiring managers might ask you, so you can get a head start on impressing any employer.

How Much Do Full-Time Jobs Pay?

When you're dedicating 40+ hours a week to your work, you want to be sure you aren't underpaid. You deserve to be fairly compensated for the talent, skills, and commitment you bring to the table every day. To learn what the median pay is for your job title in your area, use Monster's handy Salary Tool. It'll also show you the salaries for similar jobs and what more advanced positions might be in your career's future.

Want to Learn More About a Company You're Interested In?

It's essential that you and your company are a good match if you're planning on being a full-time employee. For that reason, we've created a company profiles page where you can search for the organization you'd like to work for and learn about their company culture, locations, recent job postings, and more.

Committing to a Full-Time Job? Let Monster Help You

You've considered the investment and the benefits, updated your resume, and figured out what you should be paid. Are you ready to apply? Monster is happy to help. Create an account, and we will connect you with recruiters and send personalized career advice and custom job alerts to your inbox. With Monster, applying to full-time jobs will not be a full-time job of its own.