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With millions of Americans looking for work, CareerBuilder is releasing new research that identifies seven major trends that have significantly influenced job creation over the last seven years...

Job seekers want to stand out from the crowd, and often think attention-seeking stunts and an embellished resume will do the trick. However, a recent survey from CareerBuilder shows that 3 in 4 HR...

With 6.2 million job openings, and 7 million unemployed1, it's never been more important for job seekers to stay one step ahead of the competition. More than half of U.S. workers (55 percent) feel...

Do you countdown to payday? You're not alone. More than three-quarters of workers (78 percent) are living paycheck-to-paycheck to make ends meet — up from 75 percent last year and a trait more...

Got a side gig? You're not alone. According to new CareerBuilder research, nearly a third of workers (32 percent) do — this compares to 29 percent last year. And more women than men have side...

Background checks are designed to validate candidate resumes and protect employers from negligent hiring risks, but employers need to make sure they are not experiencing candidate fall off because...

Based on extensive analysis of historical and current labor market trends, CareerBuilder is projecting that 8,194,220 jobs will be added in the U.S. from 2017 to 2022 while 302,930 will be lost...

The traditional eight-hour workday may soon be the exception rather than the rule, and Washington, D.C. is paving the way for change. According to new CareerBuilder research, 73 percent of workers...

Negative publicity not only damages a company's brand, but also its ability to recruit talent. According to the latest CareerBuilder survey, 71 percent of U.S. workers would not apply to a company...

Of the 785 occupations classified by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, two thirds have a higher concentration of men employed. However, a new study from CareerBuilder shows a greater number of...

Are you one of the 27 percent of workers who plan to change jobs in the back half of the year? The odds of landing one – and getting paid more - are in your favor, according to CareerBuilder's...

Any business process is only as strong as the weakest link – and candidate experience is no different. A new CareerBuilder study outlines the complex perceptions, attitudes and behaviors of both...

CareerBuilder's evolution into an end-to-end human capital solutions company began with operating leading job boards around the world – something it has done for more than two decades. Today,...

CHICAGO, IL AND NEW YORK, NY, June 19, 2017 – Certain affiliates of investment funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, LLC (together with its consolidated subsidiaries, “Apollo”

Before posting pictures of your late-night revelry or complaints about your job on social media, think again – 70 percent of employers use social media to screen candidates before hiring, up...

If you can't remember the last time you took a vacation, you're not alone. While American workers are stressed, they're not taking time away from work. According to a new CareerBuilder survey, 3...

Artificial intelligence and automation will have a major impact on HR and employment over the next few years, according to new CareerBuilder research. More than 1 in 10 HR managers (13 percent)...

Spring is finally here. The birds are chirping, the grass is growing – and so are the waistlines of U.S. workers? A new CareerBuilder survey finds that 56 percent of the nation's workforce...

The summer job market is upon us and with good news — companies are stepping up their summer hiring. Forty-one percent of employers plan to hire seasonal workers for the summer, a significant...

CHICAGO and ATLANTA – May 11, 2017 – Seeing less than desirable performance levels from your new employees or your department? It just may be your onboarding process – or lack thereof....

Chances are, all Americans have felt the care and impact of a nurse at some point in their lives. As National Nurses Week kicks off to recognize the efforts of nurses across the country,...

Now that spring is officially here, college students all over the U.S. are getting their caps and gowns prepared for graduation. But what's the outlook for them finding a job when school's done?...

In the midst of ongoing debate around immigration, U.S. employers plan to reach beyond borders to help fill U.S. jobs. According to a new CareerBuilder survey, a third of employers (33 percent)...

It's one of today's most vexing economic puzzles: Why can't employers find workers to fill their positions when approximately 7.5 million1 Americans are unemployed, and millions more are working...

Forty-five percent of U.S. employers plan to hire full-time, permanent employees in the second quarter – a significant jump from 34 percent last year and the highest percentage for the quarter...

Is 70 becoming the new retirement age? According to a recent CareerBuilder survey, 30 percent of U.S. workers ages 60 and older plan to retire at age 70 or older. Another 20 percent don't believe...

Organizers are pros at helping the world run. They're either in charge or right behind the ones who are so that they can use their multitasking skills and efficiency to plan, schedule and keep...

"Never judge a book by its cover." A common phrase that in terms of recruitment means something very unique. When it comes to selecting the best candidates to work for your company, going deeper...

Is a college degree the new high school diploma? According to a recent CareerBuilder survey, 38 percent of employers have raised their educational requirements over the last five years, compared...

Employers beware: the switch to daylight savings time this weekend may result in more yawning in the office and a potential dip in productivity. According to a new survey from CareerBuilder, 1 in...

Confident, outgoing, comfortable with (and even attracted to) risky situations, persuaders are usually found in business-oriented careers such as management or sales. CareerBuilder and Emsi...

What do I want to do with my life? It is one of the most pressing and often overwhelming questions for America's youth —and CareerBuilder is working to help them find the answer. Today,...

First comes love, second comes marriage, then comes… delayed family plans? Eighty-three percent of women over the age of 25 who plan to have children are postponing starting a family to focus on...

While technology will never be able to replace the human factor in human resources, it will likely take over certain functions on talent acquisition and management teams. A new survey from CareerBuilder shows that 72 percent of employers expect that some roles within talent acquisition and human capital management will become completely automated within the next 10 years.

Romantic relationships amongst co-workers may be more common than you think—and the numbers may be on the rise. According to CareerBuilder's annual Valentine's Day survey, 41 percent of workers...

Is your city's workforce growing older or younger? CareerBuilder is out with a new study that explores employment trends for the 100 most populous U.S. cities, tracking how the shares of workers...

Everyone knows the top-paying jobs are typically found in science and business. However, there are plenty of top-dollar career options for professionals whose passions are in the creative fields:...

Are you chronically late for work? The good news is, you're not alone. According to a new CareerBuilder survey, when asked how often they come in late to work, more than 1 in 4 workers (29...

Interviews are vulnerable times. There aren't many things more nerve-wracking than walking into a room of people you desperately want to impress. In a new survey from CareerBuilder, employers...

The hiring outlook for 2017 is the best the U.S. has seen in a decade with 2 in 5 employers (40 percent) planning to hire full-time, permanent employees over the next 12 months, according to...

A new year means new beginnings, new opportunities, new resolutions, and for some workers, a new job. According to a new CareerBuilder survey, more than one in five workers (22 percent) are...

Gift exchange events in the office can get really inappropriate, really fast – all it takes is one coworker to take the idea of a gag gift one step too far. CareerBuilder's annual holiday survey...

In the market for a new job in the New Year? CareerBuilder and Emsi compiled a list of the hottest jobs for 2017 based on three factors: 1) occupations that pay, on average, around $20 or more per...

In the next few weeks workers will be tempted to peruse the Internet for killer discounts, but they need to remember, the boss may be watching. According to CareerBuilder's annual Cyber Monday...

Aurico, a CareerBuilder company, announced it has been named one of the nation's top 13 employment screening providers on HRO (Human Resource Outsourcing) Today magazine's 2016 Baker's Dozen list....

Ever wonder why companies often take so long in deciding which candidate to hire for a particular position? Consider this: the cost of bringing on the wrong person can run into the thousands and...

For more than 20 years, CareerBuilder has driven innovation in the human capital space by building sophisticated technology from the ground up and collaborating with others. Today, CareerBuilder...

CHICAGO and ATLANTA – November 9, 2016 – Having one of the largest forces in the world, caring for U.S. veterans when they leave the military includes helping them find gainful employment....

Citizens across the United States are preparing to cast their ballot on Tuesday, November 8 and bring an end to what has been a very contentious Presidential election. While there are dozens of...

If there was a zombie apocalypse, would your city prevail or be overrun by the walking dead? Just in time for Halloween, CareerBuilder is answering this question with a totally practical and 100...

While calling in sick, when you are feeling just fine, is not a new phenomenon in the office, slightly less workers say they have done it over the last 12 months, according to a new CareerBuilder...

Seasonal and permanent workers are expected to take home bigger paychecks in the fourth quarter as the push for better wages and the increased competition for skilled labor remain hot issues for...

Are side hustles becoming the new norm? From bartender to blogger, it's not uncommon for workers to have a side job to earn a little extra money or pursue an area of interest. According to a new...

Fact: Finding a job can be stressful. Job seekers are often up against tens, if not hundreds, of other applicants for a position. The pressure to have their resumes jump out from the stack in...

After launching the world's first pre-hire platform and transitioning from a job board to a global HR Software as a Service provider, CareerBuilder is disrupting the industry once again with a...

As the country gets ready to celebrate the contributions of American workers on September 5th, CareerBuilder is releasing new research that sheds light on the marketplace in which they operate....

When you're applying for a job, you don't just want to get noticed, you want to stand out as the best applicant the hiring manager has ever seen. According to a new CareerBuilder survey,...

Three-quarters of Americans (75 percent) are living paycheck-to-paycheck to make ends meet, according to a survey from CareerBuilder. Thirty-eight percent of employees said they sometimes live...

The U.S. economy is expected to add 7,232,517 jobs over the next five years — a 5 percent increase — but a new study from CareerBuilder and Emsi shows that workers in middle-wage jobs may not...

With job prospects improving, workers are looking to greener pastures, but simple mistakes in the application process may be holding them back from landing a new opportunity. The national survey...

How many people have applied to the job I'm interested in? How much experience do they have? How do I compare in terms of education? This valuable insider information from CareerBuilder's popular...

A typical work day historically involved eight consecutive hours of effort for full-time workers, but today, most don't stop working when the clock hits 5 p.m. According to a new survey from...

As the race for the White House sees the Republican and Democratic candidates heading to their national conventions, political tension is making its way from the campaign trail into the office....

The U.S. hiring outlook for the next six months is expected to mirror the same period in 2015 — but paychecks will likely become a little bigger — according to CareerBuilder's Midyear Job...

As the nation gets ready for the Fourth of July, CareerBuilder and Emsi are saluting everyday heroes in America with a list of occupations we can't live without – and what these critical...

The simple act of going to work — waking up, getting dressed, jumping in your car, dropping the kids off at day care, grabbing coffee — takes a bite out of your paycheck. How much? According...

While technology helps workers stay connected while away from the office, in many cases it is causing them to disconnect while in the office, leading to a negative impact on productivity....

Graduation season has arrived at colleges and universities across the U.S. and new graduates are entering a workforce that is more eager to hire them than in past years. CareerBuilder surveyed...

Whether you're a college student deciding on a major or a working professional looking for a career change, new findings may shed light on which direction to go in. CareerBuilder just released a...

Although 76 percent of full-time, employed workers are either actively looking for a job or open to new opportunities, nearly half (48 percent) of employers can't seem to find the workers they...

An employee's relationship with a boss is an important indicator of success or failure on the job. According to a new survey from CareerBuilder, 62 percent of employees grade their bosses'...

Over Half of Employers Hiring Summer Workers Plan to Pay Twice the Federal Minimum Wage, CareerBuilder Survey Finds Employers are less certain about hiring plans compared to last year The majority...

LA QUINTA, Calif., May 18, 2016 – The PGA TOUR, Desert Classic Charities and CareerBuilder announced today that World Golf Hall of Fame member Phil Mickelson will serve as an official ambassador...

LA QUINTA, Calif., May 18, 2016 – The PGA TOUR, Desert Classic Charities and CareerBuilder announced today that World Golf Hall of Fame member Phil Mickelson will serve as an official ambassador...

LA QUINTA, Calif., May 18, 2016 – The PGA TOUR, Desert Classic Charities and CareerBuilder announced today that World Golf Hall of Fame member Phil Mickelson will serve as an official ambassador...

Ever post your resume online and feel like it fell into an enormous black hole? CareerBuilder is shining a much-needed light on the progress of one's job search by launching exciting new features...

In an increasingly competitive market for skilled workers, hiring temporary and contract employees can help businesses sidestep talent gaps and remain nimble. New research from CareerBuilder and...

While the majority of working moms feel they can have it all – being successful as a parent and in their career – that sentiment may not extend to their income level, according to...

Spending your work day browsing social media? You're not the only one in the office. According to CareerBuilder's annual social media recruitment survey, 60 percent of employers use social...

This year's crop of college graduates will find welcoming conditions as they enter the entry-level job market. According to a new survey from CareerBuilder, 67 percent of employers say they plan...

While some workplace disasters can be avoided – such as oversleeping for a meeting or missing a major deadline – others are beyond anyone's control. From weather-related damage and natural...

Feel like you're gaining weight sitting behind your desk? You're not alone. According to a recent CareerBuilder survey, 55 percent of U.S. workers feel they are overweight, and 44 percent of...

The U.S. has added private sector jobs every month for the last six years,1 and the latest forecast from CareerBuilder shows this trend will continue in the second quarter. One third of employers...

Time to hit the books again? According to a new CareerBuilder survey, nearly a third (32 percent) of employers have increased their educational requirements over the past five years. More than a...

CHICAGO – March 16, 2016 – Which workers are placing bets in March Madness pools at your office? A new CareerBuilder survey shows you should look toward the top. Executives, directors and...

CHICAGO – March 16, 2016 – Which workers are placing bets in March Madness pools at your office? A new CareerBuilder survey shows you should look toward the top. Executives, directors and...

CHICAGO – March 16, 2016 – Which workers are placing bets in March Madness pools at your office? A new CareerBuilder survey shows you should look toward the top. Executives, directors and...

For many people, daylight savings time is less about "spring forward" and more about falling behind… their sleep schedule. And many of us can't afford to lose out on any more sleep. According to...

Nearly two-thirds (63 percent) of employers reported that they are concerned about the growing skills gap in the U.S1. A new analysis of college degree completions vs. job demand from...

On the heels of launching a series of exciting new Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions for recruitment, CareerBuilder announced it is further expanding its product line to cover another...

Today, gender equality in the workplace is top of mind for politicians, activists, business leaders and workers. According to a new CareerBuilder survey, more than half of workers (55 percent) do...

Fifty-five percent of full-time workers feel like they just have a job, not a career. Thirty-nine percent feel under-employed. The same number aspire to be in a leadership position, but aren't...

What do Barack Obama, Bill Gates and Brad Pitt have in common? All met their significant others at work. They're also far from alone. According to CareerBuilder's annual Valentine's Day survey, 37...

CareerBuilder® and Capella Education Company, (NASDAQ:CPLA) today announced an exclusive partnership to offer a program called RightSkillSM that aims to fill talent gaps for employers and help...

While the U.S. economy has enjoyed steady job growth in recent years, some cities are capturing a larger share of total job creation than others, thanks in large part to factors unique to their...

Getting in to work on time is not always an easy task. You never know what will get in the way of your morning routine – and it's not always traffic delays, missed alarms and bad weather,...

It happens all the time: You're ready for your job interview. You spend countless hours preparing your standard responses, researching the company and the role. Yet, despite your extensive prep...

U.S. employers remain confident in their hiring plans as they embark on a new year, according to CareerBuilder's annual job forecast. Thirty-six percent of employers plan to add full-time,...

As midnight approaches on the 31st and the final minutes of 2015 tick-tock away, more than one in five employees (21 percent) are pledging to leave their current employers in 2016, a 5 percent...

The weather outside may be frightfully bizarre this winter, but the temperatures inside can be just as difficult for many to adjust to. According to a new CareerBuilder survey, 23 percent of...