Hiring
Advice and best practices for employers looking to attract and retain top talent.
Key DEI Hiring Metrics to Measure Success in 2026
Nearly 40% of U.S. workers report their employers have rolled back Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices, according to HRC . Over half of these workers simultaneously experienced increased
Key Performance Indicators for Hiring Success in 2026
The number of annual applications per recruiter surged by 412% from 146 in 2022 to 746 in 2025, according to Greenhouse.
New York and Colorado Laws Require AI Bias Testing in Hiring
Amazon's experimental AI hiring tool once demonstrated a strong bias against women, a stark example of the algorithmic discrimination now targeted by new US laws mandating AI bias testing in hiring.
Virginia employment laws reshape hiring, limit non-competes
Starting July 1, healthcare employers in Virginia are generally prohibited from requiring healthcare professionals to sign non-compete agreements, marking a significant shift in worker protections.
Goodwill and McDonald's Host Hiring Events for Job Seekers
At a recent Goodwill hiring event in Chicago, over 500 job seekers lined up before dawn, hoping to secure one of the 200 immediate positions offered by McDonald's.
Top 7 Strategies to Attract and Retain Gen Z Professionals
A staggering 74% of Gen Z professionals are willing to leave a job solely due to unsatisfactory salary, according to Multilingualjobsworldwide .
EU AI Act: High-risk AI in hiring needs human oversight
In Italy, decisions concerning employment relationships, including dismissals, taken solely on the basis of automated processing by AI systems are now null and void, according to Il Sole 24 ORE .
Companies Seek Veterans for 40+ Recruiting Events
At dedicated hiring events for military veterans, the offer rate for jobs has reached as high as 43%, according to Hiring Our Heroes.
Companies Embrace Flexible Workforce, Evolving HR Strategies
Contingent workers in the US generated a staggering $1.
Top 3 Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Gen Z Talent
More than half of Gen Zs (55%) and millennials (52%) are delaying major life decisions due to their financial situation, including marriage, buying a home, or having children, according to Deloitte .
Norfolk Town Hall Hosts Hiring Fairs for Postal Service Careers
The U.S. Postal Service will host a hiring fair this Saturday at Norfolk Town Hall, seeking to fill over 100 immediate career positions. These roles, including mail carriers and processing clerks, are
Top Federal Hiring Skills & Qualifications for the 2026 Boom
The U.S. federal government projects hiring over 300,000 new employees by 2026, marking a significant staffing expansion. However, 70% of these roles will require advanced digital and analytical compe
Top 9 Employer Strategies to Attract and Retain Top Talent
Since 2020, Newport News Nuclear BWXT-Los Alamos LLC (N3B) has awarded 21 scholarships totaling an estimated $200,000, with many recipients joining as interns and employees.
Companies Rethink Technical Hiring Practices Beyond Scripted Questions
Only 15% of software engineers believe current interview processes accurately assess real-world skills, according to Developer Survey 2023.
Entry-Level Remote Jobs for New Grads in 2026
In 2026, a new graduate's first job might be entirely virtual, but securing it will demand a skill set dramatically different from just two years prior.
HR Talent Acquisition Strategies Aim to Win Top Talent
Less than 1% of organizations currently demonstrate fully integrated qualification workflows.
Biotech R&D job market sees major growth and opportunities
Biotech R&D job postings surged 25% last year, with average salaries for senior researchers jumping 15% in Q3 2023.
AI reshapes 2026 graduate job market, demanding new skills
One recent graduate, for instance, applied to over 90 jobs since September.
Malaysia government employment support initiatives
Last month, 5,900 Malaysians lost their jobs, with the highest impact felt in the economic powerhouses of Selangor and Kuala Lumpur, according to Media Selangor .
GE Aerospace Announces Over 1,000 Open Jobs Amid European Investment
GE Aerospace is set to create over 1,000 new jobs in Europe following a significant investment in its defense operations. Simultaneously, the U.S. government is launching an initiative to hire approximately 250 project managers.
The AI and Remote Work Shift: A Data-Driven Analysis of Talent Acquisition Trends
A data-driven analysis of emerging trends in talent acquisition reveals a landscape transformed by AI and remote work, forcing a strategic shift in how employers source and engage top candidates.
How Vermont Outpaced the Nation in Disability Employment
Vermont has significantly outpaced the nation in disability employment by eliminating sheltered workshops and subminimum wages in 2002, adopting a supported, integrated employment model. This policy shift has led to a sustained increase in employment rates for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, demonstrating the success of inclusive economic policy.
The Hidden Driver of Youth Disengagement: More Inactive Than Unemployed
Youth disengagement, often categorized as NEET (Not in Employment, Education or Training), is increasingly driven by economic inactivity rather than unemployment. This shift, largely due to ill health, necessitates a move beyond traditional job programs to integrated health and social support.
Microsoft Restructures HR Division, Pivots Hiring Toward AI Talent
Microsoft is restructuring its human resources division, a move that realigns its talent management strategy to prioritize roles and skills related to artificial intelligence.
How to Conduct Skills-Based Interviews for Equitable Hiring
While 87% of organizations claim to use skills-based interviewing, only 58% create competency-based rubrics, revealing a significant gap in true implementation, according to AIHR .
What is Skills-Based Hiring and Why Does it Matter for Talent Acquisition?
By 2025, 85% of US companies will be using skills-based hiring, a dramatic shift in how organizations evaluate potential employees, according to TestGorilla .
What are effective strategies for retaining top talent in 2026?
Even as average voluntary turnover in the U.
How to Ensure Ethical AI Integration in Hiring: Best Practices
Despite promises of fairness, AI applications in recruitment can actively discriminate against job applicants, perpetuating existing biases.
What is skills-based hiring and why are 70% of employers using it?
In a significant shift, 40% of companies have already removed degree requirements from their job listings, fundamentally changing how talent is valued, according to Eklavvya .
How to Build Employer Branding Strategies to Attract Top Talent
A strong employer brand can reduce the cost for each hire by as much as 50%, according to Guardian Jobs .