Job news

Here are some recent job news and trends:

Job Market Trends:

  1. Unemployment Rate: The US unemployment rate has been steadily declining, reaching a 50-year low of 3.5% in September 2019.
  2. Job Growth: The US economy added 225,000 jobs in January 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  3. Remote Work: The number of remote workers has increased significantly, with 43% of companies allowing employees to work from home at least some of the time, according to a Gallup survey.

Industry-Specific Job News:

  1. Tech: The tech industry is experiencing a shortage of skilled workers, with 85% of companies reporting difficulty finding qualified candidates, according to a survey by the Computing Technology Industry Association.
  2. Healthcare: The healthcare industry is expected to add 2.6 million jobs by 2029, with the largest growth in occupations such as registered nurses, medical assistants, and home health aides, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
  3. Finance: The finance industry is experiencing a shortage of skilled professionals, particularly in areas such as data science, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, according to a survey by the Financial Planning Association.

Job Search Tips:

  1. Networking: Networking is key to finding a job, with 80% of jobs being filled through referrals, according to a survey by CareerBuilder.
  2. Tailor Your Resume: Tailoring your resume to the specific job you're applying for can increase your chances of getting noticed, according to a survey by Resume-io.
  3. Practice Your Interview Skills: Practicing your interview skills can help you feel more confident and prepared, according to a survey by Glassdoor.

New Job Openings:

  1. Amazon: Amazon is hiring for a variety of positions, including software engineers, data scientists, and customer service representatives.
  2. Google: Google is hiring for positions such as software engineers, product managers, and sales representatives.
  3. Microsoft: Microsoft is hiring for positions such as software engineers, data scientists, and customer support specialists.

I hope this information is helpful!