**COVID-19 Job Resources**
By Jobtransparency Blog
Published on October 01, 2024
Navigating the Job Market During Uncertain Times
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about unprecedented challenges to the job market, leaving millions of people without employment through no fault of their own. In response, various initiatives have emerged to connect unemployed talent with available opportunities. Here are 8 free resources to help you navigate the job market during these uncertain times.
Drafted: A platform that connects laid-off workers with hiring recruiters, featuring over 5,000 recruiters and 500 actively hiring companies, including Amazon and Uber.
Layoffers: A database that tracks layoff events and posts job opportunities, with over 10,000 jobs and 1,056 job seekers currently listed.
The Ultimate List: A comprehensive list of companies that are hiring, pausing hiring, or undergoing layoffs, compiled from multiple public lists and news sources, with over 8,035 jobs currently posted.
Torch Capital Talent Connect: A platform that showcases open jobs at various companies across the US, with over 774 jobs and 859 job seekers listed.
Candor: A community-driven initiative that provides two lists: one for reporting layoffs, hiring freezes, and hiring, and another for laid-off employees to post their resumes, with over 7,143 jobs posted and a growing number of job seekers.
LinkedIn Who's Hiring: A constantly updated list of companies that are hiring, curated by Andrew Seaman and other LinkedIn editors.
Indeed: A dedicated Coronavirus Job Resources page that features a list of national companies hiring right now, updated weekly.
Glassdoor: A resource that provides companies with hiring surges, job titles in high demand, and remote job postings, with categories of jobs/industries with immediate need for talent.
Remember, each of these resources is unique and can be used in conjunction with one another to maximize your job search efforts. Stay ahead of the game by subscribing to our newsletter for the latest tips and tricks on job searching, careers, social networking, and personal branding.