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CareerBuilder's Midyear Job Forecast points to sustained job growth in the second half of 2014. Nearly half of U.S. employers plan to add full-time, permanent headcount over the next six months,...

In the years following the recession, a number of metros have become more competitive, capturing a larger share of the total jobs added in the U.S. because of factors that are unique to their...

More employers are turning to social networking sites to find additional information on potential candidates – and they're not entirely impressed with what they're seeing. A new survey from...

More than half (56 per cent) of employers say they are concerned about the growing skills gap, and 46 per cent believe there is a significant gap between the skills their organization needs and...

A bad boss is a classic cause of grief at the workplace, but just how common are they? According to a new CareerBuilder survey, a majority of workers think their boss is doing an above-average...

What causes workers to waste the most time at the office? Texting? Surfing the Web? Chatting with co-workers around the water cooler? New research from CareerBuilder identifies behaviors that...

The jobs recovery has put spotlights on two large sections of the labor force: workers nearing the end of their careers and young adults just beginning them. While the economy has been difficult...

Canada's construction industry has seen steady growth over the last several years, and new data suggests the expansion will continue throughout 2014. According to CareerBuilder Canada and Economic...

Temporary employment has accelerated over the last few years, and new data shows that an upward trajectory will continue throughout 2014. According to CareerBuilder UK and Economic Modeling...

What are the advantages and disadvantages of working in a desk job vs. a non-desk job? Which workers are happier, are less stressed or earn more? Which are more likely to gain weight? A new...

Does job-hopping (working for various employers for a short period of time) carry the same stigma in today's job market? Not necessarily, according to a new study from CareerBuilder. More than...

With many moms and dads serving as the sole financial providers in their households, CareerBuilder's latest research takes a closer look at how genders compare in terms of income, career...

Most job seekers know that making a good first impression in a job interview is crucial, but they may not realize how little time they have to do it. A new survey from CareerBuilder.ca finds that...

CHICAGO, May 6, 2014 – As nearly 3.5 million nursing professionals are celebrated during National Nurses Week, a new study from CareerBuilder finds that while the profession may be evolving, it...

While U.S. construction employment is still behind lofty pre-recession highs, many areas of the industry are reporting steady job growth, according to a new analysis from CareerBuilder and...

Graduation season is upon us, and this year graduates can expect to find improving job prospects. A new study from CareerBuilder and CareerRookie.com finds that 57 percent of employers say they...

CHICAGO – April 23, 2014 – Most IT companies are struggling to fill certain positions, but the reasons behind their recruiting challenges are nuanced, according to a new survey by Sologig.com...

Getting up and going to work every day is harder when you don't see your occupation as a career. Nearly three-in-five (58 per cent) Canadian workers feel that they have "just a job" as opposed to...

As the polar vortex finally releases its grip on the U.S. and beach season is no longer a mirage, workers are examining their physical fitness with mixed results. More than half of workers (55...

It's no secret that information technology is one of the hottest sectors for employment in Britain. But, just where are those jobs growing the fastest? CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling...

Don't skimp on soft skills when writing your resume. The vast majority of employers - 77 percent - believe that soft skills (less tangible skills associated with one's personality, such as a...

CHICAGO – April 3, 2014 – The U.S. jobs outlook for the second quarter is akin to last year’s forecast, but certain industries are expected to outperform the national average for hiring. The...

CHICAGO – April 1, 2014 – CareerBuilder announced today that it is acquiring Broadbean, a leader in job distribution, candidate sourcing and big data analytics software. The latest step in...

It's no secret that information technology has become one of the hottest sectors for employment in Canada. But where are IT workers actually getting hired, and who exactly is hiring them?...

Temporary employment has accelerated since the last recession, and new data shows that an upward trajectory will continue throughout 2014. According to CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling...

The current job market is not only frustrating for those looking for employment, but also for businesses with open positions that they can not find the talent to hire. Half of employers say they...

For many companies, an associate or bachelor's degree is increasingly becoming the new high school diploma. According to a new CareerBuilder survey, 27 percent of employers say their educational...

CHICAGO, March 18, 2014 – The warming temperatures aren’t the only sign that this winter is finally coming to the end. The annual NCAA Basketball tournament is underway, and many workers...

CHICAGO – March 18, 2014 – The recession officially ended nearly five years ago, but many IT employers aren’t seeing the benefits of the recovery. Forty-nine percent of hiring managers and...

One in six (17 percent) hiring managers spend 30 seconds or less, on average, reviewing resumes, according to a new CareerBuilder survey. A majority (68 percent) spend less than two minutes. With...

CHICAGO – March 11, 2014 – Despite growing concerns over skills gaps and challenges posed by extended vacancies, only 38 percent of employers continuously recruit throughout the year for...

Did you know that, on average, a company loses more than $14,000 for every job that stays vacant for three months or longer? That one in six companies loses $25,000 or more?* Considering the fact...

The Great Recession caused many workers to delay retirement plans or forego them completely, but an annual CareerBuilder survey shows a slightly more optimistic picture for full-time workers...

From escaped zebras to must-see TV, employers share some of the most unique excuses they've heard from tardy employees in a new CareerBuilder study. The study also finds that nearly one quarter...

CHICAGO – February 19, 2014 – Is the recession really behind us? For many U.S. companies, the answer is no. Fifty-eight percent of employers said that when it comes to their business, it feels...

For those looking for jobs across Great Britain, the employment picture is showing signs of improvement, especially in large metropolitan areas, according to research by CareerBuilder UK and...

Looking for a Valentine? The office may be a good place to start. CareerBuilder's annual survey on office romance found nearly two in five (38 percent) U.S. workers have dated someone who worked...

Looking for a Valentine? The office might be a good place to start, according to a new CareerBuilder.ca survey. CareerBuilder's annual survey on office romance found more than one-third (35...

Looking for a Valentine this year? The office may be a good place to start. CareerBuilder.co.uk's annual survey on office romance found two in five (39 per cent) U.K. workers have dated someone...

The U.S. has an estimated 10 million self-employed jobs as of 2013. That's 6.6 percent of all reported jobs, but down from a high of 7.2 percent in 2006. This is according to a new report from...

With the news of the improving economy, are you now considering finding a new job? Are you planning to do it in the next 12-24 months? CareerBuilder UK and Economic Modeling Specialists Intl....

CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling Specialists Intl. (EMSI) released a new study that provides a window into the health of the business landscape in the U.S. The study explores net growth in...

NORCROSS, GA – January 23, 2014 – Looking to make a job change? CareerBuilder just came out with a list of occupations that are expected to add jobs at an accelerated rate in Atlanta over the...

While the job market is showing signs of improvement, one segment of the workforce is feeling the sting of a slower-than-expected recovery more so than others: the long-term unemployed. Thirty...

CHICAGO – January 22, 2014 – With the New Year just underway, many U.S. tech workers are already resolving to find a new employer, according to a survey from CareerBuilder and Sologig.com –...

CHICAGO – January 22, 2014 – With the New Year just underway, many U.S. tech workers are already resolving to find a new employer, according to a survey from CareerBuilder and Sologig.com –...

When it comes to a job interview, the first few minutes may be the most crucial. A new survey from CareerBuilder finds that nearly half (49 percent) of employers know within the first five minutes...

For those currently unemployed or just looking to change jobs in the New Year ... there is good news. New CareerBuilder data highlights seven trends that every job seeker should watch in 2014...

With the New Year just underway, many U.S. workers are already resolving to find a new employer, according to a CareerBuilder survey. Twenty-one percent of full-time employees plan to change jobs...

Caution remains a staple in recruitment plans. CareerBuilder's annual forecast shows that debt issues in Washington may continue to play a part in impeding a more accelerated jobs recovery....

Is finding a new job one of your New Year's resolutions? CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling Specialists Intl. (EMSI) compiled a dozen hot jobs that are not only growing, but pay well too. The...

Workers have reason for holiday cheer this season as employers continue to give back to their employees with holiday perks (bonuses, parties and gifts). The national survey was conducted online by...

More workers are feeling the draw of holiday online sales during working hours, finds CareerBuilder's annual Cyber Monday study. Over half (54 percent) of workers expect to spend some time at work...

Canada is among the five largest energy producing countries in the world according to the International Energy Agency, and Canadian jobs in oil and gas productions are expected to continue to grow...

Dressing well is critical to making a good first impression on a potential employer, but what do the colors you sport really say about you? A new survey from CareerBuilder takes a fun look at the...

The UK oil and gas industry supports employment of approximately 450,000 throughout the country, either directly or indirectly, according to government figures, and employment is expected to rise...

Choosing your college major is a significant life decision, but a new study from CareerBuilder suggests it may not necessarily define your career path. Nearly half (47 percent) of college-educated...

Job growth in the United States from 2013 through 2017 is projected to grow at a rate slightly faster than the preceding post-recession years, but for certain occupations and metropolitan areas,...

In the wake of the biggest shock to the labor market since the Great Depression, companies are confronting important questions regarding skill shortages, retention of top talent, and the most...

Have you ever had one of those days where your false teeth fly out the window on the highway, your doors and windows are all glued shut, or a swarm of bees keeps you from getting in your car?...

What can be a deal breaker for landing a new job or finding the right candidate? What do employers expect from candidates and vice versa? A new study from CareerBuilder answers these questions and...

CareerBuilder's annual survey finds that retailers will be stocking up on additional staff this holiday season. Thirty-nine percent of retail hiring managers reported that they plan to hire...

Research from the Federal Reserve shows that the share of middle-skill or middle-wage jobs in the U.S. workforce has dropped from 25 percent in 1985 to just above 15 percent today. While...

How will the job market shape up for the remainder of 2013? It will look a lot like last year. One in four employers (25 percent) plan to add full-time, permanent headcount in the fourth quarter,...

Has your job search stalled? Do you not know where to send your resume? CareerBuilder.ca and Economic Modelling Specialists International (EMSI) have released a list of Hot Jobs for Toronto, based...

The number of U.S. workers dependent on their next pay day to make ends meet continues its decline from the height of the financial crisis, according to an annual CareerBuilder survey. Thirty-six...

Do you plan your life around payday? You're not alone. As the economy continues its slow climb out of the recession, workers across the UK continue to struggle with their financial...

Making a good first impression in a job search starts with a memorable resume. Unfortunately for some, "memorable" doesn't always translate to "hirable." In a recent study, CareerBuilder.ca...

Which industries are the top drivers of job growth for each of the 100 largest U.S. markets? Which metros have added the most jobs post-recession? Which metros have the biggest concentration of...

While strong skills and experience are essential to getting a job, many employers take other factors into account as well. A new CareerBuilder study finds that a sense of humor, an eye for...

A failure to negotiate a job offer means many workers are leaving money on the table. A new CareerBuilder survey finds that even though 45 percent of employers are willing – and expect – to...

The time it takes to hire key health care functions is having a negative effect on most health care organizations, according to hiring managers surveyed in a new CareerBuilder study. Forty-eight...

Would you hire job seekers who sang their interview, dressed as a clown, or printed their resume on a chocolate bar? CareerBuilder asked 2,076 hiring managers and human resource professionals...

The demand for graduates with computer and information technology skills continues to rise, but U.S. colleges and universities are producing fewer of these graduates than they did a decade ago....

Are the social dynamics in a typical U.S. workplace all that different from a U.S. high school? A new CareerBuilder survey found that 43 percent of workers say their office or workplace is...

More than a third (35 percent) of hiring managers currently have positions that have remained open for 12 weeks or longer, according to new research by CareerBuilder. Which jobs are the hardest to...

Despite economic uncertainty across the globe, Canadian employers have added more than 250,000 jobs over the last 12 months (Statistics Canada) and the trend is expected to continue through the...

U.S. workers can expect a stable employment environment over the next six months along with an upswing in temporary jobs. In CareerBuilder's latest national survey, employers indicated that...

While your social media profile can be a great asset in your job search, a new CareerBuilder study shows it can also end up costing you the job. More than two in five (43 percent) hiring managers...

Thirty-five percent of employers reported that their companies have missed revenue goals in the last 12 months. While a tough economy has hindered financial growth for many organizations, new...

Most managers understand that the quality of their working relationships with employees can make or break on-the-job productivity, but just how pervasive are negative worker/boss pairings? And...

CareerBuilder just launched an exciting new experience for tablet users that is redefining mobile job search (tablet.careerbuilder.com). The highly personalized and intuitive experience enables...

The fact that more people are gainfully employed in the U.S. today has helped to bolster the housing market, but how much has the housing recovery in turn helped employment? CareerBuilder and...

A new CareerBuilder study has found that more than half (55 percent) of workers consider themselves to be overweight, and 41 percent have gained weight at their present jobs. Of those who say...

Seasonal hiring expectations this summer mark a continued improvement over the years immediately following the recession, according to CareerBuilder's annual Summer Jobs Forecast. Nearly three in...

Many working moms are shouldering the full financial burden of their households, closing in on the number of men who carry this responsibility. Thirty-four percent of working moms reported that...

A new study from CareerBuilder shows that hiring the wrong person can have serious implications for companies. More than half of employers in each of the ten largest world economies said that a...

Which college majors stand to fare better in today's job market? Which industries and locations are seeing the most growth in entry-level jobs for college-educated workers? New research from...

Are you looking for a temporary position? Are you just looking for a short-term summer job? CareerBuilder Canada and Economic Modeling Specialists International have released a list of occupations...

Heavy patient loads, smaller staffs and higher stress levels may be causing health care workers to check themselves out of their facilities. More than a third (34 percent) of health care workers...

A new study from CareerBuilder and Economic Modeling Specialists Intl (EMSI) underscores the continued wage gap in the U.S. On average, men earn $68,300 annually compared to $44,400 for women, and...

The college graduating class of 2013 will enter a stronger job market than in the years immediately following the recession; however, young professionals entering high-skill fields may have a...

CareerBuilder, the global leader in human capital solutions, announced today the acquisition of Oil and Gas Job Search (OilandGasJobSearch.com), continuing its expansion of niche online job search...

What is the strangest thing your boss has asked you to do? Spy on senior management? Work on her daughter's science project? How about loan him money? Nearly one-in-four workers (23 percent)...

Can't find skilled workers for in-demand positions? Nearly half of employers (47 percent) reported that they usually or always hire candidates who have held the same job title as the position...

Stable hiring is expected for the second quarter as U.S. employers continue to size up a market that is producing moderate economic growth, according to CareerBuilder's latest job forecast....

Employers are not only looking for educated labor to fill high skill positions, but to fill traditionally lower skill jobs as well. Thirty-six per cent of hiring managers and human resource...

Employers are not only looking for educated labor to fill high skill positions, but to fill traditionally lower skill jobs as well. Thirty-two percent of hiring managers and human resource...

CareerBuilder continues to expand in the Asia market with the acquisition of VON (KiemViec.com & HR Vietnam) in Vietnam. KiemViec.com is Vietnam's second largest career site by revenue, and first...

The growing deficit of skilled labor needed to fill in-demand jobs is causing a drag on employers across the globe. A significant number of employers in the ten largest world economies said that...