From medical to hospitality, from call centers to manufacturing, from nanotechnology to aviation, there’s a career matching your skillset and interest.
Opportunity awaits in Upstate New York, waiting to be seized by you. Exceed your dreams, execute your potential, and create the career path you’ve always imagined. Business, commerce, manufacturing, and economic development in all industries and career sectors in Upstate New York are literally thriving. Our area is experiencing a revitalization and transformation like never before, and you can feel it in the air.
From an enterprise and economic standpoint, Upstate New York is undergoing an occupational and professional resurgence. Our residents and inhabitants- those both native to our area, and those who have relocated here- all have one thing in common: the desire and enthusiasm to take initiative.
With modern industries, upgraded amenities, a new medical campus, large New York State investments, a renowned focus on our region’s downtown areas, innovative recreational spaces, and career openings in every job sector, there’s never been a better time to work with us Upstaters-the time to act on your dream is NOW!
From retail to hospitality, from call centers to manufacturing, from nanotechnology to aviation, there’s a career matching your skillset and interest. Upstate New York has experienced growth in a multitude of industries, and our career options proudly reflect that.
Downtown Utica is soon to be home of the brand new, 25-acre campus of The Wynn Hospital of MVHS– which consolidates the area’s two aging acute-care hospitals. With two other hospitals in the area: Rome Health and Little Falls Hospital, there are lots of available healthcare positions in our region.
From copper to medical devices, our central location has made our region ideal for manufacturing going all the way back to the founding of Remington Arms in 1816.
Over the last decade, New York has made a statewide commitment to nanotechnology, investing hundreds of millions of dollars to develop shovel-ready sites and state-of-the-art facilities. We’re proud to call our region home to several of these facilities including Wolfspeed’s Mohawk Valley Fab– the world’s first, largest and only 200mm Silicon Carbide fabrication facility.
Our area is home to many financial institutions including 4th generation family owned Bank of Utica, locally owned and operated Adirondack Bank and many national and international banks. We’re also home to national insurance companies like Utica National as well as local award winning companies like Gilroy, Kernan & Gilroy.
If you’re looking for employment opportunities in higher education, our region is home to two community colleges: Herkimer County Community College & Mohawk Valley Community College, one state university: SUNY Polytechnic Institute, two private universities: Hamilton College & Utica University and one college of nursing: St. Elizabeth’s College of Nursing.
Upstate New York has an abundant collection of givers, donors, philanthropists, supporters, and contributors. As a result, we have over 1,000 nonprofits including nationally affiliated organizations and community-based organizations with a wide range of employment opportunities.
Our area is rich in natural resources and our land is affordable, making our region a competitive market from growing to processing. We also have an incredible food scene paired with 15 breweries and wineries, making this a great place to learn the food and beverage industry from the ground up.
Rome, NY is a major hub for aviation and UAS. Not only is it home to the Eastern Air Defense Sector, Griffiss International Airport houses a 2 ¼ mile runway with uncongested airspace and tenants like Million Air, Mohawk Valley Community College’s Airframe & Powerplant Technology School and Nuair-host of the New York UAS Test Site, which is 1 of 7 FAA-Designated UAS Test Sites in the U.S.
Upstate employers and recruiters are eager to find and hire the right person for their unique opportunities. Whether you prefer teamwork, apprenticeships, collaboration, remote projects, corporate infrastructure, freelance gigs, or the entrepreneurial lifestyle, you will find your dream job here!
Our local office of the New York State Department of Labor in Downtown Utica provides numerous, specialized resources- all free to the general public- to help residents find the perfect job. From resume workshops to career counseling, to mock interviews, to professional development, to job fairs, and more, the career specialists at the NYSDOL can help you find the perfect position.
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That instance where you had an AMAZING IDEA for a business? Yet, you have absolutely no idea how to start the process?
Well, lucky for you, we have the answer – come to Upstate New York! Even if your BIG dream is a small spark, a slight twinkling, or a freshly planted seed, we have an amazing support system available to you at any stage in development.
Check out our handy step-by-step process to make your small business dreams a reality:
If it doesn’t scare you, chances are you’re probably not dreaming big enough. Luckily we like scary things around here! (Literally. We love Halloween.)
We know how small businesses can make a HUGE impact. Not only do our communities love to support them, we love to see them being built too.
Put your plan on paper and see if it’s feasible with Mohawk Valley Small Business Development Center.
How they can help: The SBDC, also located at MVCC’s thINCubator, helps with your business start-up, growth, and expansion needs. They provide services like business plan development, assistance with financial projections and marketing, organizational planning, and research support. Did we mention this is a completely FREE resource?
Are you a minority, woman, or veteran-owned business? SBDC also provides expert guidance to help clients understand how to apply for MWBE, SDVOB, and other state and federal small business certifications.
Book a 1-on-1 with ThINCubator to find out how they can assist you in launching, connecting you with opportunities and mentors, and define, refine and test your business model!
How they can help: MVCC’s thINCubator (or thINC as the locals call it) is Upstate New York’s hub for entrepreneurship. They help with guidance and programs needed to turn your idea into a viable business. ThINC also offers the Refinery, an 8-10 week accelerator program focused on setting measurable goals to grow your business, alongside other like-minded entrepreneurs.
If it doesn’t scare you, chances are you’re probably not dreaming big enough. Luckily we like scary things around here! (Literally. We love Halloween.)
We know how small businesses can make a HUGE impact. Not only do our communities love to support them, we love to see them being built too.
Open the doors and change the world!
With those open doors, we also love to celebrate small businesses and cut LOTS of ribbons. There’s just something about those big scissors! Contact the local Chamber of Commerce closest to you to announce you’re OPEN to all of Upstate New York.
Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce
National brands, small businesses, start-ups, corporations, companies looking to expand, and entrepreneurs alike are flocking to our area to take advantage of the momentum of our passionate, tight-knit community and outpouring of local support and communal pride. It’s exciting to watch, and even more exciting to be a part of.
We are fortunate to have resources to help new businesses start up AND established resources to help existing companies expand and grow. Check out these amazing resources to help integrate your business into our community and raise awareness for your brand, products, and services!
Our region has several fantastic chambers of commerce depending on where your business is located. Joining your area chamber is the best way to get your business introduced to our community. Our area chambers support businesses by providing resources to grow your business including networking, advertising, education, advocacy and more!
Mohawk Valley Edge provides a coordinated economic development program that can assist your business to relocate, grow and prosper.
Innovare’s mission is to build a magnetic ecosystem in which the world’s leading scientific and entrepreneurial talent tackle the country’s greatest challenges to national security and economic competitiveness.
UVC is a network of experienced founders and partners created by entrepreneurs who believe Upstate NY communities can reclaim and surpass industrial era prosperity through a renewed focus on building fast growing emerging tech businesses. The network is led by UN50 Leaders who give first by helping the next generation of founders.
Prior to my wife, Denise and I purchasing the former Bellinger Rose Bed & Breakfast in the fall of 2021 the questions posed to us were: “Why Herkimer? What is in Herkimer? What is there to do in Herkimer? Are you sure Herkimer is the right place to purchase a B & B?” But there…
Workforce development is key to fostering opportunities to expand our community’s ever-evolving diverse workforce, from traditional pathways to innovative and emerging ways that promote economic growth. In collaboration with community partners, the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties is committed to developing a thriving labor force in growing industries through a continuing workforce development…
What makes a community truly feel like home? What makes a community, a community? We believe it’s the people who live there. And the Mohawk Valley is unique in the sense that its relatively small population represents enormous cultural diversity. At the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties, we put residents first. We pool…
Meet one of Mohawk Valley’s unsung heroes – – Frank Yarborough, a therapist at Cayuga Centers, a child and family service agency. His journey from being a foster child to helping at-risk youth tells a tale of hope and healing for New York State’s struggling families and kids. Frank was born into a tumultuous home…
From entry-level to management, The Fountainhead Group is committed to providing advancement opportunities for all of our employees, regardless of prior experience or training. We’re thrilled to highlight some of our best and brightest, all of whom started on the manufacturing floor and have grown exciting careers in all levels of management!
On April 25, 2022, Wolfspeed hosted the grand opening for their Mohawk Valley Fab, the World’s first, largest, and only 200mm silicon carbide manufacturing facility. Click here to watch the video and learn more about Wolfspeed’s Mohawk Valley Fab !
Hear how Sharrone and Anna Sofer started a business on $20,000 and a prayer! Visit them at The Compound, 106 Genesee Street in Utica, NY for delicious grilled cheeses, burgers, baked potatoes, gifts and more!
The last two years have been challenging for the world – the pandemic has consumed our news outlets, disrupted our community, family and social lives, as well as affected the way our employers have had to think about “business as usual.” Our schools have had to create alternative ways for educating our children. Hospitality, hotels…
Is company culture important to you? Learn how Site Seeker is dedicated to improving communications internally and externally with their clients.
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The last two years have been challenging for the world – the pandemic has consumed our news outlets, disrupted our community, family and social lives, as well as affected the way our employers have had to think about “business as usual.” Our schools have had to create alternative ways for educating our children. Hospitality, hotels…
