Press Releases
Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
-
Thursday, December 3, 2015- List includes jobs that don't require a college degree, in addition to jobs that do
If finding a new job in 2016 is among your New Year's resolutions, new research from CareerBuilder could provide some guidance about where to start. In partnership with Economic Modeling...
-
Tuesday, November 24, 2015- Half of employees are using time at work to shop online
Following last year's record low rate in the post-recession era, employees are once again boosting their online shopping game, hunting for deals and checking out their carts from their cubicles,...
-
Saturday, November 21, 2015-Twenty-eight percent of workers say they celebrate Thanksgiving with coworkers either in or out of the office, up from 20 percent last year
CHICAGO and ATLANTA – November 21, 2015 – Employees appear to be growing closer to those at work, or find it more difficult to break away from the office for Thanksgiving. More than one in...
-
Tuesday, November 10, 2015-- 47 percent of companies hired a veteran in the last year
While the Bureau of Labor Statistics finds that the unemployment rates of certain segments (especially those 18-25) of veterans continues to trend above national rates, employers stay committed to...
-
Friday, November 6, 2015
Wage growth – or lack thereof – continues to be a major issue plaguing the U.S. market, but are some industries faring better than others? New findings from CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling...
-
Thursday, October 29, 2015- Interactive map shows U.S. metros' chances of survival, based on occupational skill set and industry resources
Halloween is the time of year when we challenge ourselves to confront our deepest, darkest fears – whether that means visiting haunted houses, eating candy from strangers, or ordering your Pizza...
-
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
CareerBuilder and its technologists from Broadbean have officially unveiled a new solution that will help solve two of the biggest challenges HR leaders face – and completely remodel...
-
Thursday, October 15, 2015- 38 percent of employees have called in to work sick when feeling well in the past year, up from 28 percent in 2014
Whether it's to finish binge-watching their latest Netflix obsession, take care of personal errands or simply needing a day off, many workers aren't above taking a sick day despite having a clean...
-
Thursday, October 8, 2015Retail Hiring to Increase 10 Percentage Points Over Last Year
Full-time, permanent hiring in the fourth quarter is projected to be the most robust since 2006, and seasonal hiring is poised to outpace last year's projections by a healthy margin, according to...
-
Thursday, October 1, 2015New website matches student personalities with options for careers and postsecondary education based on exciting, fun data
With student loan debt higher than ever and young people struggling with both unemployment and underemployment, preparing for the future is more critical than ever. To this end, today...
-
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
The U.S. economy has been expanding for more than six years, since the end of the Great Recession, and during this time the American Staffing Association notes that the staffing and recruiting...
-
Friday, September 18, 2015Majority of Minimum Wage Workers Can't Make Ends Meet
Momentum is building behind raising the minimum wage, coming at a time when workers at all pay levels are struggling with keeping their heads above water. According to a new CareerBuilder survey,...
-
Thursday, September 3, 2015- Half of the top 10 fastest growing degrees are in STEM fields
While the demand for educated labor continues to increase in the U.S., new research1 from CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling Specialists Intl. (EMSI) suggests the supply of qualified candidates...
-
Thursday, August 27, 2015- High school students nearly three times as likely as current workers to say they need to make $200,000 or more to feel successful
Are you more ambitious than a 12th grader? They may not be in the workforce as adults just yet, but as the next generation of workers, high school seniors have already formed solid opinions around...
-
Thursday, August 20, 2015- Employers discuss most childish behaviors observed in the workplace
Whining, pouting and temper tantrums are no longer confined to elementary school playgrounds or reality TV show reunions: Such adolescent behavior is also prevalent in today's workplace. According...
-
Thursday, August 13, 2015- 7 in 10 employers spend less than five minutes reviewing a resume
Creating an attention-getting resume can be a tall order for job seekers in today's fast-paced hiring environment. According to a new survey from CareerBuilder, the majority of employers (70...
-
Thursday, August 13, 2015
- Hiring managers reveal most common CV lies - Expert offers tips for capturing employer's attention TORONTO, Aug. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- They say that honesty is the best policy, but it appears...
-
Wednesday, August 12, 2015
Ninety percent of CEOs say it's important for HR leaders to be proficient in workforce analytics1, but with companies using multiple candidate sources, it can be very time consuming to aggregate...
-
Thursday, August 6, 2015One in Six Companies Loses $25,000 or More for Every Extended Job Vacancy
Should the U.S. government raise the cap on H-1B visas and allow more foreign workers to be temporarily employed in the U.S.? Twenty-seven percent of employers say yes with more than half of these...
-
Thursday, July 30, 2015
CHICAGO, July 30, 2015 – Jerry Seinfeld famously said, “Sometimes the road less traveled is less traveled for a reason." When it comes to the job search, that sentiment may be true. For its...
-
Thursday, July 23, 2015-2 in 5 workers keep working outside of traditional office hours
A new CareerBuilder survey indicates that, much like flip phones and fax machines, the traditional eight-hour work day may be on its way out. More than 1,000 full-time workers in information...
-
Tuesday, July 21, 2015
CareerBuilder announced today that it has acquired a majority stake in Textkernel, a leading-edge software company providing semantic recruitment technology to the global market. The acquisition...
-
Thursday, July 16, 2015
- 37 per cent plan to hire temporary or contract workers in the second half of 2015 - 29 per cent of employers plan to increase salary levels on job offers - 1 in 5 workers plan to change jobs TORONTO
-
Thursday, July 9, 2015- More Workers Expecting to Jump Ship as the Job Market Heats Up
At the halfway point in 2015, both employers and job seekers are feeling confident in their prospects, according to CareerBuilder's Midyear U.S. Job Forecast. Nearly half of employers plan to hire...
-
Tuesday, July 7, 2015- HR integral to the bottom line; expected to generate data-driven strategy
It's a brand new day for HR executives, according to a new CareerBuilder survey of U.S. CEOs. In a complex post-recession job market with a growing talent gap, top executives are relying more on...
-
Thursday, July 2, 2015Employers Reveal the Top Factors Preventing Workers' Chance of Promotion in New CareerBuilder Survey
You come in early and leave late, you never miss a deadline, and your clients love you. So why haven't you gotten a promotion already? A recent study from CareerBuilder sheds light on the physical...
-
Thursday, June 25, 2015Wynn Las Vegas, Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc., Rockwater Energy Solutions, ACTS Retirement-Life Communities, Inc. and Weiser Security Services, Inc. Among Companies Using CareerBuilder1 to Drive Better Recruitment Results
You think you know CareerBuilder? Think again. Fast becoming a major disruptor in the recruitment industry, CareerBuilder is evolving from top job board to a global HR software as a service...
-
Thursday, June 18, 201530 Percent Also Don't Feel Their Workplace is Well-Protected from a Physical Threat from Another Person
When looking for a new job, it's not unusual to take job security into consideration. But how often do workers think about security on the job? A new survey from CareerBuilder looks at how safe...
-
Thursday, June 11, 2015- Expert offers tips for productive procrastination.
From hiding in the bathroom to testing the powers of hypnosis, some workers will do just about anything to avoid doing actual work while on the clock. In a new survey from CareerBuilder, employers...
-
Thursday, June 11, 2015
Ready for a career change? Trying to decide which area of university study is right for you? Hoping to land a job in a growing industry? Despite the softening of the job market, certain industries...
-
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
New research from CareerBuilder.co.uk highlights the struggle facing full-time parents in today's economy, as 33 per cent of working parents state they have been asked to work less by at least one...
-
Wednesday, May 27, 2015- Quarterly index ranks the labor markets of the 150 largest metropolitan areas in the United States
Led by Beaumont-Port Arthur, Texas and Detroit, Michigan, 28 U.S. metros saw at least 50 percent of its new jobs since 2010 created in occupations that pay a living wage for households with two...
-
Thursday, May 21, 2015- Majority of employers underestimate the business impact of the candidate experience
Whether it's keeping candidates guessing as to where they are in the application process or simply neglecting to acknowledge their application, some employers are unwittingly leaving candidates...
-
Thursday, May 21, 2015- 36 percent of employers are hiring seasonal workers - up from 21 percent from 2008-2011
Summer jobs are returning at a faster pace this year and, in many cases, are paying well beyond the federal minimum wage of $7.25. Fifty-three percent of employers offering summer jobs have roles...
-
Wednesday, May 13, 2015- Majority of employers now use social networks to screen candidates
Avoiding a professional online presence may be hurting your chances of finding a new job. More than one third of employers (35 percent) say they are less likely to interview job candidates if they...
-
Monday, May 11, 2015-CareerBuilder Challenge will continue to partner with the Clinton Foundation and honor Bob Hope’s legacy
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. and LA QUINTA, Calif. (May 11, 2015) – The PGA TOUR, Desert Classic Charities and the Clinton Foundation announced today that CareerBuilder, the global leader in human...
-
Thursday, May 7, 2015- More parents are the sole breadwinners in their households with women nearing the same percentage as men
Can working parents really have it all, achieving success in both their careers and as parents? A resounding 78 percent of working moms and 83 percent of working dads say yes, according to...
-
Thursday, April 30, 2015- Extremely high-stressed workers 49 percent more likely to be overweight than those under extremely low stress
The workplace has long been an enabler of Americans' ever-expanding waistlines, and according to an annual survey by CareerBuilder, the stresses associated with full-time employment will likely...
-
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Despite the fact that 95 per cent of UK companies plan to hire recent university graduates this year, only 1 in 3 employers (23 per cent) believe that academic institutions are adequately...
-
Thursday, April 23, 2015
As graduation season approaches, soon-to-be college alumni will have more to celebrate than just the end of term papers and final exams: Ample job prospects and higher-than-usual starting...
-
Thursday, April 23, 2015
For all of the celebrations around graduation season, it can also be a stressful time for college seniors, as many prepare to enter the workforce for the very first time. While this year's class...
-
Thursday, April 16, 2015- 90 percent of the highest-paying non-desk jobs are in health care
Millions of Americans earn their living from behind a desk and computer screen, and while that's a reality only likely to expand over the coming years, hundreds of non-desk jobs continue to grow...
-
Thursday, April 9, 2015- At least 1 in 3 employers unsure about legality of certain interview questions
Job seekers may think they're the only ones sweating the job interview – afraid they'll say the wrong thing or answer inappropriately – but hiring managers are under just as much pressure....
-
Thursday, April 2, 2015Hiring Among Small Businesses Ramping Up; Wages May Get a Boost
Small businesses and their larger counterparts plan to step up hiring activity in the second quarter, according to CareerBuilder's latest forecast. Twenty-three percent of companies with 50 or...
-
Thursday, March 26, 2015- Since 2001, female workers lost share of employment in 48 out of the 50 highest paying jobs
Major demographic shifts in the U.S. since 2001 have led to a workforce that looks quite different today, according to a new report from CareerBuilder. Men are in a broader array of career fields,...
-
Wednesday, March 18, 2015-Midwest workers, senior-level employees more likely to participate
CHICAGO – March 18, 2015 – With the first full day of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament set to begin Thursday, a new CareerBuilder survey suggests more workers will be checking their...
-
Sunday, March 15, 2015- Report lists cities, states and counties with most bartenders per capita
Basketball tournaments, spring break vacations and holiday festivities make this time of March an especially busy season for drinking establishments. Some cities and regions, however, are better...
-
Thursday, March 12, 2015
CEOs: They're just like us (for the most part). While movies and TV want us to believe every company's senior executives travel via chauffeured limousine, eat only five-star gourmet meals and...
-
Thursday, March 12, 2015
What does it take to be a CEO? Aside from experience, drive and leadership skills, some believe it's about looking and acting the part as well. But what does that mean? A new survey from...
-
Thursday, March 5, 2015- 1 in 2 employers know whether a candidate is a good fit within five minutes of an interview
Much like a highly anticipated first date, a job interview can go from pure potential to pure disaster in mere minutes. According to a new survey from CareerBuilder.ca, 51 per cent of employers...
-
Thursday, March 5, 2015Study Identifies Hot Occupations and Metros for Temporary Employment
Is the growth in temporary jobs here to stay? Temporary help services was among the first industries to add jobs when the recession officially ended, growing 15 percent from 2009 to 2010 and 57...
-
Thursday, February 26, 2015- More than 1 in 10 have information that can get someone fired
You couldn't do your job without them. They clean your workplace, transfer your calls, deliver your mail, keep your building secure and make sure everything in the office is running smoothly. They...
-
Thursday, February 19, 2015
For many workers, getting out of bed and off to work on time can be hard enough without the added obstacles imposed by traffic, bad weather and public transportation delays. Perhaps this is why 55...
-
Wednesday, February 18, 2015- 53 percent of workers (age 60+) are currently delaying retirement, down from 66 percent in 2010
The improving economy is bolstering dreams of retirement for many Americans. According to CareerBuilder's annual retirement survey, the number of workers age 60 or older currently delaying...
-
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
From Mulder and Scully on 'The X-Files' to Murdoch and Julia in 'Murdoch Mysteries,' working relationships that turn into romantic ones have always made for good television. Perhaps that's why so...
-
Wednesday, February 11, 2015- 37 percent of workers have dated someone with whom they work
From Sam and Diane on 'Cheers' to Olivia Pope and the President on 'Scandal,' office romances have always made for good TV. Perhaps that's why so many workers have tried the same thing in real...
-
Wednesday, February 4, 2015-Quarterly index ranks the labor markets of the 150 largest metropolitan areas in the United States
CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling Specialists Intl. (EMSI) announced today the launch of the Labor Market 150 Index – a ranking of the labor markets in the 150 largest U.S. metropolitan areas....
-
Thursday, January 29, 2015
Getting to work on time can be hard enough without the added obstacles imposed by car trunk thieves, gas station stick-ups and shower mishaps. Yet, these are exactly the types of incidents some...
-
Tuesday, January 27, 2015-More than half of IT employers plan to add full-time, permanent staff this year
CHICAGO, January 27, 2015 – Workers in the information technology industry hoping to see bigger paychecks and higher job prospects in the New Year may just get their wish. According to a new...
-
Thursday, January 15, 2015- 1 in 2 employers know about a candidate within five minutes
Much like a highly anticipated first date, a job interview can go from pure potential to pure disaster in mere minutes. In a new survey from CareerBuilder, employers shared the most memorable job...
-
Friday, January 9, 2015
Is finding a new job on your list of New Year's resolutions? You're not alone. Thirty percent of workers reported that they regularly search for job opportunities even though they're currently...
-
Wednesday, January 7, 2015-Nearly 4 in 5 health care employers believe their organization is more financially solid than a year ago
CHICAGO, January 7, 2015 – Adding headcount and increasing pay seem to be among many health care employers’ New Year’s resolutions this year. A new survey from CareerBuilder finds 35 percent...
-
Thursday, January 1, 2015Survey Reveals Best Employment Outlook Since 2006 and Five Trends to Watch in 2015
Companies will be ringing in the New Year with more job openings, according to CareerBuilder's annual job forecast. More than one third of employers expect to add full-time, permanent employees in...
-
Monday, December 29, 2014
Workers resolving to look for a new job or change careers in the New Year will have ample opportunities, depending on where they are looking. To help workers get an idea of which jobs are growing...
-
Monday, December 22, 2014
CareerBuilder – the global leader in human capital solutions – was recommended as a "favorite vendor" among staffing firms more than any other human resources service provider, according to a...
-
Wednesday, December 10, 2014- More employers planning to give parties, gifts and bonuses this year
There's no party like a workplace holiday party, because workplace holiday parties…get awkward. CareerBuilder's annual holiday survey asked workers to share the most unusual gifts they've...
-
Tuesday, December 9, 2014-Occupational Therapy Assistants Lead Job Growth Projections
CHICAGO, December 9, 2014 – December marks the end to yet another year of strong employment growth within the health care industry. An estimated 225,000 health care jobs were added at an average...
-
Tuesday, December 9, 2014-Information Security Analysts Lead Job-Growth Projections
CHICAGO, December 9, 2014 – December marked another year of strong growth for information technology employment. An estimated 95,000 new IT jobs will be added through the end of 2014, at an...
-
Tuesday, December 9, 2014-Information Security Analysts Lead Job-Growth Projections
CHICAGO, December 9, 2014 – December marked another year of strong growth for information technology employment. An estimated 95,000 new IT jobs will be added through the end of 2014, at an...
-
Monday, December 8, 2014- Special report details the occupations and metros with the highest and lowest churn rates
In a given year, tens of millions of people will leave jobs – either voluntarily or via layoff – and tens of millions of people will be hired to fill the newly vacant positions. This...
-
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
The end of the year is a popular time for workers to take stock of their career and decide what changes they want to make in the New Year. One area workers may be considering making some...
-
Sunday, November 30, 2014- 47 percent of U.S. workers plan to shop online at work this holiday season - down from 54 percent in 2013
Companies attempting to limit the online-shopping productivity drain this holiday season may need to start in the corner office, according to CareerBuilder's annual Cyber Monday survey....
-
Tuesday, November 25, 2014-Among the top ten markets with the largest economies, Houston, Dallas, and Atlanta are most likely to spend the holiday with co-workers
CHICAGO, November 25, 2014 – As Americans prepare to give thanks this Thursday, co-workers may play a role in many Thanksgiving celebrations. Nearly one-in-five (19 percent) workers say they...
-
Thursday, November 20, 2014Truckers, Techies, Marketing Mavens and Clinicians Among Occupations to Consider Based on Supply and Demand
Looking for a new job in the New Year? CareerBuilder partnered with Economic Modeling Specialists Intl. (EMSI) to compile a list of hot jobs for 2015 based on supply and demand. The list features...
-
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Even as full-time, permanent employment gets closer to pre-recession levels, part-time workers are still struggling to find full-time jobs. According to a new CareerBuilder study, 32 percent of...
-
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
- 45 per cent of workers have felt bullied at their job - 1 in 4 who have felt bullied have left a job because of bullying TORONTO, Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- From the playground to the...
-
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
-Three in ten workers are not setting any money aside for savings each month- LONDON, Nov. 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- While the national economy continues to show improvement, worker's personal...
-
Monday, November 10, 2014- 33 percent of companies actively recruiting veterans - up 13 points from 2011
Following years of high unemployment, the hiring outlook for recent U.S. veterans may have finally turned the corner. One third of employers (33 percent) are actively recruiting veterans over the...
-
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
When it comes to what some of America's workers fear most, looking death in the face has nothing on public speaking, exposure to germs or enthusiastic teens. Just in time for Halloween, a fun, new...
-
Thursday, October 23, 2014- 1 in 4 employers have caught an employee faking sick through social media
From claiming they need the day to fix some botched plastic surgery to saying they accidentally got on a plane, America's workers have either had some sitcom-worthy misadventures this year, or...
-
Thursday, October 16, 2014-View the most concentrated occupations for each state in a map designed by mental_ floss magazine
CHICAGO – October 16, 2014—In the sprawling United States economy, the types of jobs that define entire regions are as a diverse as the geographies that shape borders and the people who live...
-
Thursday, October 16, 2014View the most concentrated occupations for each state in an infographic designed by mental_ floss magazine
In the sprawling United States economy, the types of jobs that define entire regions are as diverse as the geographies that shape borders and the people who live within them. Simply put, there are...
-
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
Ever wondered what job pays the most, or what your career earning potential might be? According to CareerBuilder UK and Economic Modeling Specialists Intl. (EMSI), aircraft pilots and flight...
-
Thursday, October 9, 2014- 6 in 10 recent graduates already pursuing advanced degree or plan to in the next year
Several months removed from spring graduation, the majority of Class of 2014 college graduates are currently working; however, about half (51 percent) of that group are in jobs that don't require...
-
Wednesday, October 8, 2014CareerBuilder Study Reveals 5 Technology-Related Barriers That Are Killing Your Candidate Experience
Employers spend a good deal of time and money on building a candidate experience that will keep their talent pipelines well-stocked, but how much of that investment is hindered by their own...
-
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
Every day, people are inspired to do something extraordinary in their jobs. They follow their passion, invent new possibilities and better the lives of others. CareerBuilder launched a new...
-
Thursday, October 2, 2014- Forecast for Full-time, Permanent Hiring in Q4 is the Strongest Since 2006
Workers who are in the market for a new job before year-end may have more opportunities to choose from, according to CareerBuilder's latest forecast. Nearly three in 10 employers plan to hire...
-
Wednesday, September 24, 2014- 55 percent of employers think a fair minimum wage is at least $10 per hour or more; 1 in 10 don't think a minimum wage should be set
With state, local, and midterm elections just five weeks away, the minimum wage remains one of the nation's top socioeconomic and political issues. Recent national polls have shown support for...
-
Thursday, September 18, 2014
Is the office the new playground for bullies? Twenty-eight percent of workers reported they have felt bullied at work - nearly one in five (19 percent) of these workers left their jobs because of...
-
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
At what salary level would you consider yourself successful? Have you already hit that target? If not, don't worry. You're in good company. A new Careerbuilder.ca survey found that the majority of...
-
Tuesday, September 9, 2014- 1 in 5 workers think a glass ceiling holds back women and minorities at their organization
Most American workers are not aiming for the corner office, according to a new CareerBuilder survey. Approximately one third (34 percent) of workers aspire to leadership positions, with only 7...
-
Friday, September 5, 2014Survey of High School Seniors Reveals Their Plans for the Future That May Help Bridge the Skills GapNew Research from CareerBuilder and EMSI Explores Growing Imbalance Between Job Openings, Actual Hires and College Degrees Needed
It's no secret that several occupations in the U.S. have a large number of workers on the brink of retirement and a growing deficit of skilled talent in the coffers. But new research from...
-
Thursday, August 28, 2014
With football season right around the corner, excitement is building in cities across the country. But aside from preseason scores or how individual players are performing, one of the most...
-
Wednesday, August 13, 2014115 occupations that require a high school degree pay $20 per hour or more
U.S. workers with only a high school diploma face an unemployment rate nearly twice that of college educated workers (6.1 to 3.1) and earn significantly less on average.* Despite this disparity,...
-
Thursday, August 7, 2014Employers Share Most Memorable Lies They Discovered
The pressure to stand out in a sea of applicants may tempt job seekers to be less than honest on their resumes, but is it worth the risk? Fifty-eight percent of hiring managers said they've caught...
-
Thursday, July 31, 2014-Majority of These Companies Said Automation Created New Jobs Within Their Organizations
Is automation a job killer or creator? Both, according to new research from CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling Specialists Intl (EMSI). In a nationwide survey, one in five companies (21 percent)...
-
Thursday, July 24, 2014-See List of Hot Companies Hiring for Technology Positions in Atlanta Today
NORCROSS, GA – July 24, 2014 - Atlanta has become one of the hottest emerging tech hubs in the U.S., adding more than 8,000 technology jobs from 2010 to 2013, a 9 percent increase. But, what...
-
Thursday, July 24, 2014- Majority of Americans do not earn their desired salary; $75k is tipping point
Income growth for American workers has been largely stagnant during the economic recovery, and a new CareerBuilder survey on salaries confirms that most workers are not earning what they want....
-
Thursday, July 17, 2014Three in Ten Say They Would Keep the Same Job
If you won the lottery, would you keep working? While some may dream of hitting it big and leaving their office behind them, a new study from CareerBuilder suggests that's not the case for...
-
Wednesday, July 16, 2014-Nearly half of hiring managers say they have open positions they currently can’t fill
CHICAGO – July 16, 2014 – Hiring at tech companies is expected to be strong in the second half of 2014, according to a new survey from Sologig.com – CareerBuilder’s job site for computer...