Careers, Jobs and Education Resources for: Pennsylvania
Fast Facts: Pennsylvania is the "birthplace" of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. The capital is Harrisburg, while the largest cities are Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, each a sports “Title Town.”
Pennsylvania Careers: The 2008 U.S. Census estimated Pennsylvania’s population at almost 12.5 million. Forbes recently ranked it as the 41st “Best State for Business.”
Pennsylvania Career Education: Pennsylvania ranked 14th in a 2009 K-12 “Academic Achievement” study by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Pennsylvania Economy: Pennsylvania is home to the first stock exchange (Philadelphia) and the Hershey Company, the iconic chocolate manufacturer.
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