Gen Z and millennials are trying to dodge layoffs by turning to low-paid but ‘stable’ government jobs

Gen Z and millennials are trying to dodge layoffs by turning to low-paid but ‘stable’ government jobs

Amid widespread layoffs and economic uncertainty, Gen Z and millennials are flirting with the idea of stability over a glitzy career. Now government jobs are all the rage on TikTok, with the hashtag #governmentjobs racking up over 22 million views and counting. “Public sector jobs are where it’s at,” says Brandon Tamayo, a public transit … Read more

Layoff News Tracker: 2024 Update 80k+ Tech workers, 281 Companies – Globe Wire | News Pulse on Climate, Tech, and More

Layoff News Tracker: 2024 Update 80k+ Tech workers, 281 Companies – Globe Wire | News Pulse on Climate, Tech, and More

The tech industry’s layoff wave shows no signs of abating in 2024. Following substantial workforce reductions in previous years, the trend continues with over 80,000 job cuts across 281 companies already recorded this year. Major players like Tesla, Amazon, Google, TikTok, Snap, and Microsoft have implemented significant layoffs, while even smaller startups have felt the … Read more

Andreessen Horowitz partner says Google is an ‘amazing example’ of employing people in ‘BS jobs’: ‘Half the white-collar staff probably does no real work’

Andreessen Horowitz partner says Google is an ‘amazing example’ of employing people in ‘BS jobs’: ‘Half the white-collar staff probably does no real work’

The idea that Big Tech overhires talent to have them on hand for future projects—and ensure they stay out of the hands of rivals—isn’t a new one. Last year individuals told Fortune they had been “talent penned”: hired by technology companies on six-figure salaries “to do nothing” except complete a 10-minute task every now and … Read more

Gen Z job seeker refused to do a 90-minute task for free—now the CEO who complained about it is being slammed

Gen Z job seeker refused to do a 90-minute task for free—now the CEO who complained about it is being slammed

An employer has sparked fierce debate after being so shocked a Gen Z job seeker refused to spend 90 minutes on a hiring test because it “looked like a lot of work” that he vented about the situation on X, formerly known as Twitter. People who’ve job-hunted recently have probably quickly found out that getting … Read more

Federal infrastructure jobs created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill are available NOW. .

Federal infrastructure jobs created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill are available NOW. .

With the increased emphasis on the bipartisan infrastructure bill that was passed last November, many federal positions are now available. This legislation reauthorizes surface transportation programs for FY 2022-2026 and required federal agencies to manage and implement the funding authorized in the law. The bill authorized up to $108 billion for public transportation – the … Read more

Remote and Telework Job Opportunities in the Federal Government

Remote and Telework Job Opportunities in the Federal Government

Many companies and governments now offer an expanded array of remote and telework options to attract competent employees. During the COVID crisis, work from home became the norm while traditional at-work activities basically ceased for the majority of Americans. Workers generally became accustomed to the new work ethic and the family friendly aspects of the … Read more

The Office of Personnel Management established a comprehensive Internship portal for the federal sector.

The Office of Personnel Management established a comprehensive Internship portal for the federal sector.

The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), Department of Labor, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) recently launched a new federal internship portal on USAJOBS. The Federal Internship Portal, located at https://intern.usajobs.gov, centralizes the application process for those seeking internships with the federal government. Current students or recent graduates may be eligible for federal … Read more

What is Amazon Careers USA?

What is Amazon Careers USA?

Amazon Careers USA: Opportunities and Paths Amazon is one of the largest and most successful e-commerce and technology companies in the world, with a vast range of opportunities for job seekers looking to start or advance their careers. With more than 800,000 employees globally with a strong focus on innovation, customer service, and employee development, … Read more