The hiring outlook across the U.S. is at its highest level since before the recession struck in 2008-2009, says talent management firm Manpower. And the Raleigh-Cary metro area is the second best for hiring prospects in the third quarter.

An infographic from Manpower highlights the national trends.

WRAL TechWire has a full report on the Raleigh-Cary metro forecast s well as the outlook for North Carolina.

The infographic is also viewable online.