The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic means there’s still a lot of uncertainty around work—especially if you’re a job seeker trying to make progress on your search in 2021. But a lot of companies are actively hiring during this time and they need to fill essential roles more than ever.
From customer experience associate at Better.com to sales representative at Anheuser-Busch, there are a variety of opportunities available in a mix of industries—not only in the grocery, tech, and healthcare spaces (though there are plenty of roles there, too).
Whether you were laid off or furloughed in 2020, or have other reasons to launch into a new job search this year, browse through these companies and their open positions—now’s the time to apply.
1. Audible, Inc.
Audible is changing the narrative on storytelling. Audible is a leading producer and provider of original spoken-word entertainment and audiobooks. They’ve redefined the ways people access, discover, and share stories. The stories they tell have the ability to transport and transform everyday moments into meaningful experiences and it’s their people who make Audible’s service possible. They’re listeners, storytellers, and problem-solvers. Their perspectives and experiences power their ideas and come together in their mission to unleash the power of the spoken word.
2. Meta
We’re building technologies that help people connect, find communities and grow businesses. Our teams ask complex questions, solve meaningful problems and work on technologies that will help people do more in their world. More than 3 billion people use Meta technologies daily, and our innovations in AI, virtual, mixed and augmented reality technology unlock imaginative ways for people to express themselves, explore their passions or make meaningful things happen in their lives.
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3. Siemens
At Siemens, people are on a mission to change the world and are guided by their belief that “we make real what matters.” Siemens has more than 200,000 of the greatest minds coming together from around the world to work in the areas of smart infrastructure, manufacturing, digital industries, mobility, and healthcare. They know that diversity creates more opportunities for success which is why they are proud to be a global and diverse company designing and implementing over 7,600 different inventions around the world each year.
4. BlackLine
Companies go to BlackLine because their traditional manual accounting processes are not sustainable. BlackLine helps them make the move to modern accounting by unifying their data and processes, automating repetitive work, and driving accountability through visibility. Leading companies like SiriusXM, The Hershey Company, and Domino’s trust BlackLine to deliver accurate results in a chaotic world. When someone joins the team at BlackLine, they become part of a unique and diverse organization that works hard, plays hard, and supports personal and professional growth.
5. KinderCare Learning Companies
KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc.™ is America’s largest provider of early education and childcare by capacity serving hardworking families where they need us—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide. With a drive to provide the best possible educational start for every child, KinderCare’s team is passionate about providing kids with an environment of learning, joy, and adventure where they can flourish and grow. Since the company’s founding in 1969, it has successfully concentrated on serving children in their formative years, yielding time-tested techniques and proven results, and now has classrooms in 40 states.
6. Esri
Esri is the global market leader in geographic information system (GIS) software, location intelligence, and mapping. We take a geographic approach to problem-solving, brought to life by modern GIS technology. Since 1969, we have supported customers with geographic science and geospatial analytics, what we call The Science of Where® . By enabling customers to design more efficient cities, deliver clean water and electricity, fight crime, slow climate change, and stamp out disease, Esri is helping create the maps that run the world and make the world a better place.
7. Atlassian
Atlassian builds enterprise software that helps every member of every team and department stay on track, on point, and on top of their game. Atlassian develops products geared towards software developers and project managers, including its first application, JIRA, which helps track issues within a project, making it indispensable to teams around the world.
8. Vanguard
Vanguard is changing the way the world invests. Because when you invest with courage, clarity, and care, you have the chance to get so much more in return. Vanguard invests with purpose–and that’s how they’ve become a global market leader. They grow by doing the right thing for the people they serve. They want to make success accessible to everyone. This is your opportunity, and Vanguard wants to help you make it count.
9. CarMax
CarMax has been a unique force in the used car industry since 1993. Through innovation and integrity, they’ve revolutionized the way people buy and sell used cars. And by changing the way they assist customers, they’ve also changed the journey of their associates—providing careers in an exciting, collaborative work environment.They pride themselves on the experience they provide their customers, and their associates make it all possible. Redefine your journey with CarMax.
10. Wells Fargo
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At Wells Fargo, we believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job. It’s about finding all of the elements that help you thrive, in one place. #LivingTheWellLife means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having a competitive salary, a robust benefits package, and programs to support your work-life balance and well-being. It means being rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. Whatever living a well life looks like to you, you can find it here.
11. VMware Carbon Black
Carbon Black is now part of VMware. Founded in 2002, VMware Carbon Black is a leading endpoint security company dedicated to protecting the world from cyberattacks. They offer different solutions—including both on-premise and cloud options—that protect people from cyber threats, ensuring all data and information is secure. VMware Carbon Black serves over 5,600 global customers of various sizes and verticals, and went public in 2018.
12. Healthfirst
Healthfirst is New York’s largest not-for-profit health insurer, offering members access to high-quality, affordable healthcare. The company’s mission is to put its members first by working closely with care providers and community leaders to address broader issues that can impact health and well-being. This value-based care model is the foundation of Healthfirst’s sustained growth in one of the most dynamic markets in the country. Healthfirst employees believe that good health doesn't start in a doctor's office and are passionate about what they do, focused on the future, and dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives.
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13. UKG
Here at UKG, our purpose is people™. Our HR, payroll, and workforce management solutions help organizations unlock happier outcomes for all. And our U Krewers, who build those solutions and support our business, are talented, collaborative, and innovative problem-solvers. We strive to create a culture of belonging and an employee experience that empowers our people – both at work and at home.
Our benefits show that we care about the whole you, from tuition reimbursement and wellness programs, to a 45% employer match on your 401K and 100% employer paid medical premiums. Our employee resource groups provide a welcoming place to land, learn, and connect with those who share your passions and interests. What are you waiting for?
14. Kroger
At The Kroger Family of Companies, their people are their strength. With diverse backgrounds and unique experiences, they tell a story that is all theirs—a story of friendliness, caring, teamwork, and freshness. The Kroger Family of Companies is redefining the way people shop for groceries by offering anything, anytime, anywhere, in their stores, at pickup lanes, or via automated delivery vehicles. Kroger isn't just a traditional grocery store. They're leading the way with the technology, talent, and rewards that provide every associate a career with promise.
15. Philips
Philips is committed to making life better for millions of people around the world. Its teams pride themselves on the meaningful innovations and solutions they are providing to healthcare challenges around them and recognize that individuals who are part of Philips should be led and supported to develop to their fullest potential. At Philips, people can make an impact where it matters. Check out their careers site.
16. Charles Schwab
Charles Schwab was founded on the idea that everyone should have the opportunity to own their future – and that principle still guides our firm today. As an industry innovator recognized for excellence in service, our clients trust us to provide the guidance needed to help them reach their unique financial goals. Working at Schwab means joining a team where everyone is empowered to build a diverse, rewarding career. We succeed together through our inclusive, collaborative culture that’s focused on one common goal: to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve.
17. Spectrum
Spectrum provides a full range of advanced broadband services, including Spectrum TV video entertainment programming, Spectrum Internet access, and Spectrum Voice to connect more people in more places. Spectrum’s employees are dedicated to supporting communities across the nation during challenging times. In addition to field technicians, several roles, including in customer service and sales, are critical for the company to maintain uninterrupted service for members all over. The company has more than 2,000 available positions due to increased service demand from both residential and business customers.
18. Broadridge
Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: BR), is a global Fintech leader, delivering technology-driven solutions that drive digital transformation for banks, broker-dealers, asset and wealth managers and public companies. At Broadridge, we are committed to making a difference. Our unique culture is guided by the Service-Profit Chain—the idea that success is mutual, directly connecting employee engagement, client satisfaction, and the creation of stockholder value. We enable better financial lives by providing the critical infrastructure that powers investing, corporate governance and communications. A certified Great Place to Work®, Broadridge is part of the S&P 500® Index, employing over 14,000 associates in 21 countries.
19. Intuit
Intuit's mission is to power prosperity around the world. They build web, mobile, and cloud financial solutions that generate more money, more time, and more confidence for millions of people. Leveraging AI and machine learning, they help consumers, small business owners, and the self-employed achieve their dreams of prosperity. No matter what role someone’s in at Intuit, they'll play a part in launching industry-leading products like TurboTax, QuickBooks, and Mint. Watch Intuit’s video to know what to expect during their virtual interview process.
20. Oscar Health
In the last seven years, Oscar has experienced exponential growth, becoming the fastest-growing startup health insurer in the country. At Oscar, employees have the ability to make a real impact, solving problems that will transform the health care system and change the lives of its members. Oscar is powered by exceptional people who are passionate about tackling an enormous problem and changing health care for good. The company’s culture is what anyone would expect at a startup—fast paced, fun, and high-energy. Oscar’s offices feature open layout to encourage communication and collaboration. The team also plans exclusive events each month to celebrate and bring employees together.
21. Appian
Before Appian was a company, it was an idea. Not about a product or a market, but about the culture needed to sustain innovation and value. Appian was founded on the belief that talented and passionate people, given the power and autonomy to excel, will deliver amazing impact. We have worked thoughtfully to create an inclusive, agile and collaborative work environment where employees feel challenged, and all voices are heard.
We value and encourage cross-departmental collaboration, and actively seek opportunities to better ourselves and others. Creating impact to us means that when we deliver results, we’re focused on lasting positive change.
22. The Washington Post
The Washington Post is an award-winning news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national, and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis, and engaging opinions. The Post is as much a tech company as it is a media company, combining world-class journalism with the latest technology and tools so readers can interact with The Post anytime, anywhere. Their approach is always the same: shape ideas, redefine speed, take ownership, and lead. Every employee, every project, every day.
23. Capital One
We’re working on some bold, transformative things—like changing banking for good. What’s in it for you? A career surrounded by brilliant minds. People from different backgrounds, experiences, and education levels. Coming together to create a sense of belonging. Supporting you where you are and where you want to be. That’s life at Capital One.
24. Udemy
Udemy is a global leader in online education. The company’s employees have built a platform on which millions of students learn from more than 150,000 courses taught by expert instructors in 65+ languages. Udemy fosters a collaborative environment where people can enhance their professional skill sets while being surrounded by motivated, passionate, and positive colleagues. As an educational company, Udemy has a rich learning culture with top-notch training sessions, unlimited access to Udemy classes, and company-wide instructional initiatives. With growing teams and offices around the world, now is a great time to join the Udemy team.
25. Socotra
Based in San Francisco, Socotra makes modern software for insurance companies—an industry that often doesn’t benefit from the latest in technology. Socotra provides a cloud-based platform for insurers to build new products, manage their book of business, and streamline the end-to-end insurance policy lifecycle. The benefit of working at Socotra? They’re building something that lasts. Insurance is as necessary for a modern economy to function as electricity and water, and at Socotra, employees contribute to a mission that matters.
26. Hudson River Trading
HRT brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. Having built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development, HRT researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.
27. Riskified
Riskified develops cutting-edge technology that helps global e-commerce businesses prevent fraud and conquer complicated challenges. Riskified team members, who come from all over the world, are proud to work on products that provide innovative solutions to real-world problems. It’s a fast-paced, exciting, and collaborative environment, and the company invests just as much in its employees as it does in its clients. All team members’ ideas and career goals are valued, as is their overall wellness—both offices have fully-stocked kitchens, and co-workers participate in happy hours, fitness classes, team sports, and fun days together.
28. Expel
Expel allows its customers to do what they love about security, even if that’s not thinking about it. Expel Workbench (the tech) and Expel analysts’ (the team) 24x7 monitoring service together provide transparent managed security that gives customers the answers they need to kick out attackers and keep them out. While Expel’s tribe is hardworking and passionate about their craft, they also know how to take care of themselves and others—whether that’s by flexing their daily schedule to hit up the gym, work from home, or get to an event to support family or friends.
29. KnowBe4
KnowBe4 is the world’s largest integrated security awareness training and simulated phishing platform. Realizing that the human element of information security was being seriously neglected, KnowBe4 was created to help organizations manage the problem of social engineering through a comprehensive new school awareness training approach.
30. Life360
Life360 understands that the core need of every family is the daily assurance of being safe and connected. That's why over 10 million families trust Life360 to provide them with everyday smart location sharing and protection during those unpredictable moments. From real time location notifications to roadside assistance to emergency detection and response, Life360 is creating the world's leading membership service.
31. Epsilon
The leader in outcome-based marketing, Epsilon has more than 50 years of experience providing the world’s top brands, agencies, and publishers with award-winning data and technology. They enable marketing that’s built on proof, not promises, across a suite of modular products spanning CRM, digital media, loyalty and email. Epsilon is positioned at the core of Publicis Groupe’s operations around the world.
32. Splice
Splice is building the next generation of music technology tools. They’re a digital music creation platform that allows artists to sell their sounds for royalty-free use, share their work and collaborate with their peers, and back up their projects in the cloud with unlimited free storage. The people at Splice want to democratize music production so artists of all types and skill levels—from beginners to chart-toppers—can easily join in from around the world.
33. Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense, and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of customers worldwide. Their 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology, and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products, and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as candidates’ interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow them to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions, and disciplines.
34. DTCC
DTCC was established more than four decades ago to reduce risk in the financial markets by centralizing and streamlining the processing of securities transactions. Today, the company stands at the center of global trading activity, processing over 100 million financial transactions every day, and maintaining multiple data and operating centers worldwide.
35. Gap Inc.
Doris and Don Fisher opened the first Gap store in 1969 with a simple idea—to make it easier to find a pair of jeans and a commitment to do more. Over the last 50 years, the company has grown from a single store to a global fashion business with seven brands—Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Athleta, Intermix, Janie and Jack, and Hill City. Gap Inc. products are available for purchase in more than 90 countries worldwide through company-operated stores, franchise stores, and e-commerce sites.
36. Dow Jones
Started in 1882, Dow Jones has delivered over 125 years of authoritative and ever-evolving journalism—innovatively bringing readers current events, issues, and insightful business information unfolding worldwide via print, web, mobile, multimedia, proprietary databases, and conferences. One of the largest news-gathering operations, Dow Jones' well-respected brands include The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron’s, MarketWatch, and Financial News.
37. Liberty Mutual
When people feel a sense of security, they're free to relax, venture out, and live their life to the fullest. That’s the feeling Liberty Mutual aims to bring to the world every day. Since 1912, Liberty Mutual has been a global leader in property and casualty insurance, with a passion for protecting and preserving people’s lives and dreams in more than 30 countries—and that absolutely includes its employees. Liberty Mutual's 50,000 person global team is made up of unique thinkers, visionaries, and doers who enjoy working for an evolving company with a deep sense of humanity and commitment to diversity, inclusion, and philanthropy. This means that employees are able to do what they love and go to work knowing that what they do truly matters.
38. Jackson Hewitt
Jackson Hewitt® is always seeking to improve its financial products, promotions, and partnerships so clients get more. Jackson Hewitt is an innovator with nearly 6,000 locations, and on a mission to change the face of the tax industry.
39. BAE Systems
BAE Systems turns defense, aerospace, and security blueprints into tangible realities by partnering with government agencies and other forces in the industry. BAE Systems employees’ dedication and commitment show in everything they create and deliver, including advanced electronic systems, cyber operations and intelligence analysis, combat vehicles, naval weapons, ship maintenance and modernization, and vehicle upgrades and services. They push the edge with the technologies they create and the services they deliver, to provide a critical advantage to BAE Systems’ customers where it counts.
40. Quanterix
As a rapidly growing life sciences company, Quanterix looks to push boundaries—and employees are rewarded for their ability to be visionaries and innovators in the field. The company’s leadership is dedicated to creating and fostering a company culture that is collaborative, transparent, and disruptive, based on their three core values: accountability, teamwork, and trust. While the team works hard, they also believe in having fun together. On top of having great benefits, Quanterix employees enjoy events like bagel Mondays, yoga, happy hours, and all-company outings. The company looks to hire ambitious, hard-working, passionate people who are dedicated to help them eradicate life-threatening diseases.
41. ICW Group
Headquartered in San Diego, ICW Group is a multi-line insurer that provides coverage solutions to businesses through a network of independent agents and brokers. ICW Group offers three types of insurance—workers' compensation, earthquake, and auto insurance. Known for meeting the needs of its policyholders, ICW Group prides itself on providing service that is truly customer-centric. In recent years, ICW Group has earned a reputation for helping policyholders achieve fewer and less costly claims. The company accomplishes this through extensive risk management expertise, highly proactive claims handling, and aggressive fraud monitoring.
42. Storyblocks
Storyblocks wants more stories being told around the world. To achieve this, the company provides low-cost access to high-quality content so anyone can be a creator and share the story they want to tell. And Storyblocks is a great place to build a career, too. Employees receive trust and autonomy from day one, and leadership is constantly looking for ways to build a healthy work culture in which team members feel safe taking risks. There's a comprehensive onboarding mentorship program, company-sponsored social events, and opportunities for co-workers to get to know each other one-on-one (often over donuts—yum!).
43. Coursera
Coursera is an education-focused technology company that allows learners, companies, and communities to easily acquire the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in the 21st century. It provides millions around the world with access to top quality courses, Specializations, and degrees from 170 of the best universities and leading companies in the world.
44. Benchling
Benchlings, as the company’s employees are known, are inspired and motivated by their core mission: accelerating the pace of life science research. Even as a growth-stage company with a recently secured Series D fund round, they continue to embrace the spirit of collaboration and transparency that drove them as an early startup.
Employees at Benchling are surrounded by talented people who are genuinely excited about the work they’re doing and the impact they’re having. It’s truly special for them to be able to work on a product that they believe in, and to work alongside colleagues energized by the shared vision of a future with less disease and greater sustainability.
45. Chewy
Chewy’s mission is to become the most trusted and convenient destination for pet parents and partners everywhere. They view pets (and pet parents) as family and are obsessed with meeting their needs and exceeding customer expectations through every interaction.
Behind the scenes, Chewy’s talented teams are made up of innovators, delighters, big-thinkers, and, of course, passionate pet people. They are creating a place where employees are empowered to build, grow, and unleash their fullest potential—just the way pets would want it.
46. Gentle Dental
Gentle Dental provides high-quality comprehensive care including general dentistry, orthodontics, periodontics, endodontics, pedodontics, prosthodontic, and oral surgery. Gentle Dental serves patients in 180 different locations in eight western states under the brands Gentle Dental and Smile Keepers. Each team member is patient-driven and proves time and time again that group dentistry can provide a better, more ethical, and more comprehensive alternative for patients.
47. Affirm
Since 2012, Affirm has set out to change the notion that banks don’t look out for their customers. By giving people the freedom to pay off purchases on their own terms—without surprise fees—Affirm delivers honest services that are backed by modern technologies, unique lending strategies, and flexible ways to use credit online.
48. Avanade
Avanade is the leading provider of innovative digital and cloud services, business solutions, and design-led experiences on the Microsoft ecosystem. Its people bring bold, fresh thinking combined with technology, business and industry expertise to help make a genuine human impact. Avanade prides itself on bringing clients the very best thinking through a collaborative culture that honors diversity and reflects the communities in which they operate.
49. Stryker
With more than 40,000 employees globally, Stryker is on a mission to make healthcare better. Their belief: customers and patients are at the heart of everything they do. The company was founded in 1941 by orthopedic surgeon Homer Stryker, as he started to find current products weren’t meeting patient needs and invented new products. Today, innovation continues to be a top priority and new technologies differentiate Stryker as an industry leader.
50. Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center has the ultimate mission: curing cancer. They approach this mission from multiple perspectives—from patient care to analytics to algorithms. As a leader in their field, employees must be eager to learn, passionate about the work they do, and able to clearly communicate their ideas. At MSK, everyone feels supported in trying new things, evolving the research they’re doing and the conversations they’re having.
51. Allstate
More than just an insurance company, Allstate is a consumer-focused, data-driven company that’s constantly redefining what it means to be protected. Through its commitment to growth and innovation over the last 88 years, Allstate is establishing itself as a leader of new technology in the industry. The company places a strong emphasis on professional development and career planning. Its culture of embracing opportunities and exploration makes it easy for employees to try new things and find out where they want to take their career. With opportunities around the globe, Allstate is hiring in an array of areas from marketing and product pricing to software engineering and data analytics to corporate relations and beyond.
52. Chief
Chief, the private professional network for women leaders, aims to support and unite women executives and influence gender parity in business. Under the leadership of its women cofounders, the Chief team champions equal opportunities for women, people of color, and individuals from diverse educational backgrounds. Chief also provides outstanding opportunities for personal growth and responsibility at a well-capitalized startup. Employees have access to top-tier events, including private conversations with celebrities and industry icons, and workshops led by top executive coaches, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders—all while getting firsthand experience building one of the nation’s fastest-growing, mission-driven companies.
53. Tradeweb
A leader in the evolution of electronic trading, Tradeweb combines human expertise, technology, market data, and a vast network of clients to improve the way financial markets trade. As an ideas and solutions company which values innovation, Tradeweb is always looking for creative thinkers who want to make an impact.
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