Many job seekers say they’re applying everywhere but still can’t get hired. Here’s what’s blocking unemployed Americans — and what may help.

After researching more than 40 job search sites, we selected five that job seekers should prioritize.

From changes in job availability to the average job search length, the job market is still experiencing the ripple effects of recent events like the COVID-19 pandemic. As of April 2024, the average ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Caroline Castrillon covers career, entrepreneurship and women at work. If your job search has hit a standstill, you’re not alone.

Entering 2025, underlying the calm surface of the U.S. labor market were currents of anxiety, dissatisfaction, and stagnation. Companies were taking longer to fill open roles, and a growing numbers of ...

It now takes an average of around six months to find a job, one month longer than it did it 2023. It’s getting more difficult to find work, especially in sectors like tech and media. According to the ...

This is the first of five installments of “How to Get an Academic Job,” a new guide on the tenure-track search from our Career Talk columnists. Next up: “CVs, Cover Letters, and Other Application ...

As is the case for many young Americans, Ashley Terrell says her parents always had the expectation that she'd go to college and land a job in her chosen profession. More than a year after graduating, ...

Although large U.S. metros continue to offer ample job opportunities, job-seekers don't necessarily need to head to the very biggest cities to find work. Take Pittsburgh. With a population of roughly ...

Navigating the job market can be a daunting task, especially for ambitious and skilled professionals aiming for six-figure career tracks. One of the most effective strategies to secure your dream role ...