Utah (UT) has transitioned over the past decade from a resource-based economy to a predominantly service-based economy. Healthcare, banking and finance, tourism and technology are important industries for Utah revenue and employment. The federal government has been a leading creator of jobs in Utah since WWII. Hill Air Force Base in northern Utah is one of the country’s biggest military installations. In fact, Utah is one of the top states for aerospace employment, manufacturing and research. Alliant Techsystems and its related brands are the most prominent providers of Utah careers in aerospace.

Mormonism is a fundamental part of the history and settlement of Utah. Today, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is one of the largest and most iconic sources of Utah jobs, not only as a church, but also as a for-profit company, Deseret Management Corporation. Transportation, government, banking, education and health services are the primary industries creating Salt Lake City jobs. Economic growth has also benefited the construction industry in SLC, Utah’s capital and largest city. Education, technology and manufacturing are leading sectors for Provo and West Valley City jobs.