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Job opportunities in the Palmetto State range from electrical employment, with a company such as General Electric, to hospitality. Many restaurants and hotels centered among touristy areas within the state provide employment. Average hourly wages in South Carolina is 17.81 which equals out to around 37,000 per year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Major metropolitan areas in South Carolina see the most growth and opportunities. Top cities for employment include Columbia, Greenville and Charleston. Rural areas offer employment in farming communities that grow crops such as tobacco. Tobacco farmers provide employment for country dwellers throughout the state.

Major industries and companies with a South Carolina address include the U.S. Department of Energy, the Greenville Children’s hospital, the Computer Sciences corporation, the South Carolina corrections department and the BMW manufacturing company. Companies forecasting growth throughout 2016 include those relating to health care, sales and food preparation services.

You can snag a hospitality job within popular South Carolina travel destinations such as Hilton Head, Myrtle beach and Garden City beach. Other areas that cater to travelers include the city of Charleston. The historic local provides plenty of reasons for visitors to come from all over the country. That means several employment opportunities for those interested in catering to visiting families. Find jobs in local eateries, coffee shops , museums and gardens.