Kansas City, MO is the 39th largest city in the United States with a population of 447,306 according to the US Census in 2006. Kansas City's opportunities are exploding as the population continues to grow and new businesses opening its doors. Recent college graduates and students interested in sales, banking and finance will find Kansas City to be a great place to start a career.

Kansas City was seen by Etienne de Veniard, Sieur de Bourgmont during the first European documented visit. It was incorporated in 1850 as the territory was claimed settlement worthy due to its straddling of the border of Missouri and Kansas rivers. Settlers found the rivers helpful in developing the cities trade opportunities in the early 19th century which led to its capabilities today. The Spanish took over during the Treaty of Paris in 1763 only to handle the taxing and licensing all of the cargo through the area.

A lot of development occurred in the area, but not as much as the Civil War. Trade exchanges were halted and animosity grew between settlers; mostly slave owners and abolitionists against the acts. Military leader, General Thomas Ewing evicted four cities of residents during the Civil War. The city took into account of the changes and made a great evolution after the Civil War as the population exploded after 1869. Blacks migrated into the area taking on jobs in the trade industry increasing Kansas City's revenue and building its community. After these experiences, Missourians and Kansas residents endured years of development until now where recent graduates and students can start a lucrative career in their economy.

The city offers spectacular attractions and museums for residents and visitors. Animal lovers can visit the Kansas City Zoo to look in-between the lions and tickle their curiosities. Or, young families can visit the Worlds of Fun exhibitions and Oceans of Fun exhibitions in hope of excitement. Sport lovers and fanatics enjoy Kansas City Chief Football games, Kansas City Wizard soccer, and Kansas City Royals baseball games pleasing during their seasons.

Kansas City, Missouri has more to offer than just fun and job opportunities; Kansas City offers an opportunity to gain or further intellectual growth with its colleges:

Missouri Western State University - most popular degrees are in Marketing Management, Accounting, Finance/Banking, Elementary Education, Nursing (RN), Mathematics (General), and History (General).

Northwest Missouri State University - most popular degrees are in International Business, Finance/Banking, Web/Multimedia Design, Journalism, an array of Education degrees, and Psychology (General).

University of Central Missouri - with over 8,000 students in attendance, UCM's Education degrees are very popular amongst the student body. Other popular degrees are in Actuarial Science, Fashion Merchandising, Human Resource Management, and Finance/Banking.

University of Missouri at Kansas City - the most popular degrees are Liberal Arts & Sciences, Environmental Studies, History (General), Philosophy, Journalism, and Civil Engineering.

Park University - with over 12,000 students in attendance, Park University's most popular degrees are Business/Administration Management, Accounting/Business Management, Psychology (General), Law Enforcement Administration, and Fire Services Administration.

Avila University - most popular degrees are Chemistry, Nursing (RN), History (General), Social Work, International Business, Communications/Rhetoric, and Biology.

Kansas City is also home to:

Aviation Institute of Maintenance: Kansas City
Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary
Central Methodist University
Colorado Technical University: North Kansas City
Conception Seminary College
Concorde Career College: Kansas City
Cottey College
DeVry University: Kansas City
Grantham University
Heritage College: Kansas City
High-Tech Institute
ITT Technical Institute: Kansas City
Kansas City Art Institute
Metropolitan Community College: Blue River
Metropolitan Community College: Longview
Missouri Valley College
National American University: Kansas City
North Central Missouri College
Research College of Nursing
Rockhurst University
St. Luke's College
State Fair Community College
Vatterott College: Kansas City
Wentworth Military Junior College
William Jewell College

Recent graduates and students interested in internships and entry level positions can find a home with one of the many companies in Kansas City, Missouri:

H&R Block - the leading tax preparation organization in the United States helping over 22 million people every year including Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Recent college grads and students interested in tax or finance can engage in face-to-face consulting with tax clients through this organization.

Embarq Corporation aka EMBARQ - is the fourth largest local exchange carrier in the United States providing local and long distance calling, wireless, and high-speed data services to 18 states. EMBARQ offers entry level positions in customer service specialist, sales, marketing, and human resources with prominent responsibilities.

Sprint/Nextel Corporation - a leading telecommunications/wireless service provider offers internships and entry level positions in sales, marketing, human resources, computer engineering, and finance. Sprint/Nextel's acquisition has offered a growth in jobs across the nation located in over 30 states. For more information, visit the corporation's website for current openings.

DST Systems - software development company specializing in information processing and management; revolutionizing the workplace turning it into the paperless office. DST Systems is a high-tech company in search of highly talented programmers and coders with an interest in saving the planet through their efforts. DST Systems offers internships and entry level positions in computer programming, sales, and marketing.

YRC Worldwide, Inc. - one of the largest transportation and logistics providers in the world. Recent college graduates and students interested in this kind of work can inquire of career opportunities available through its company. YRC Worldwide, Inc. has almost 10 brands with internships and entry level positions available for students to explore.

Kansas City offers the best opportunities for recent graduates and students; whether they are interested in sales, logistics, telecommunications, or marketing. The Fortune 500 corporations and Fortune 1000 corporations are in need of highly talented candidates to help build their brand. Only students with an ambition to follow through and succeed should apply. Nothing can hold you back in Kansas City.

*Source: http://www.kcmo.org/
**Statistics courtesy of the U.S. Census Bureau - 2006 Census.