Latest job news
Here are some of the latest job news and trends:
Job Market Trends:
- Remote work on the rise: According to a report by Upwork, 63% of companies have remote workers, and the trend is expected to continue.
- Skills gap: A report by the World Economic Forum predicts that by 2022, more than a third of the desired skills for most jobs will be comprised of skills that are not yet considered crucial to the job today.
- Gig economy growth: The gig economy is expected to continue growing, with 43% of the workforce expected to be freelancing by 2025, according to a report by Intuit.
New Job Openings:
- Amazon hiring 100,000 workers: Amazon is hiring 100,000 workers in the US and UK to support its growing e-commerce business.
- Google hiring 10,000 employees: Google is hiring 10,000 employees in the US and India to support its cloud computing and artificial intelligence businesses.
- Microsoft hiring 2,000 employees: Microsoft is hiring 2,000 employees in the US and Canada to support its cloud computing and artificial intelligence businesses.
Industry-Specific Job News:
- Healthcare jobs on the rise: The healthcare industry is expected to add 2.6 million jobs by 2025, according to a report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
- Cybersecurity jobs in demand: Cybersecurity jobs are in high demand, with the global cybersecurity market expected to reach $300 billion by 2024, according to a report by MarketsandMarkets.
- Renewable energy jobs growing: The renewable energy industry is expected to add 1.3 million jobs by 2025, according to a report by the International Renewable Energy Agency.
Job Search Tips:
- Update your online profiles: Make sure your LinkedIn profile and other social media profiles are up-to-date and professional.
- Network: Attend industry events and connect with people in your industry to build relationships and learn about job opportunities.
- Develop in-demand skills: Focus on developing skills that are in high demand, such as data analysis, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence.