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Step 1
Research employers in New York City, which includes Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and the Bronx. Your local library has access to "Reference USA," a database that provides industry specific profiles for companies located within a defined geographic region. Filter your search to businesses of the size and type that suit your goals.
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Step 2
Consider expanding your search for the best employer to the NYC metro area. The NYC metro area comprises a vast area and serious consideration should be given to transportation and lifestyle issues.
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Step 3
Seek business magazines that focus New York City businesses. Look for articles featuring the "Best" places to work in New York City. Lists are published annually and are often segmented according to business size.
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Step 4
Compare opportunities, benefits and financial health of a company in identifying the best employer for you. Information on public companies is available on their websites and annual reports. Private companies often have websites that provide company overviews and state future plans. Obtaining detailed financial information may require searching New York business news articles, reviewing public records and soliciting advice from other professionals in the industry.
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Step 5
Consider personal and family needs in finding the best employer. Business location, commute time, advancement opportunities and corporate culture are all legitimate concerns of employees seeking employment. Family friendly businesses are more appealing to employees with families. Business location may be of concern to job seeker who desires to use public transportation and live in the heart of Manhattan.
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Step 6
Research national publications, such as "Fortune" and "Working Woman" magazines for annual "Best Places to Work" lists. Look for firms with offices in New York City.
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Step 7
Evaluate if you require your personal beliefs to be reflected in the corporate culture of the best employer for you. Corporate responsibility is increasingly important to today's employees. Investigate if potential employers have active community programs, volunteer opportunities and a positive reputation in the environmental community and conduct business in an ethical manner.
