Even with a surge in unemployment claims, many companies are still looking to fill positions. We'll keep this list updated to assist you in your job hunt.

Recent reports show that 3.3 million new unemployment claims were filed this week, with predictions of reaching a 20% unemployment rate before the current lockdown concludes.

While the government plans to provide some financial assistance to the public soon, it may not be sufficient for many families facing urgent job searches. (To check your eligibility for a $1,200 payment, click here. Payments are expected to begin by April 6.)

Amidst the chaos affecting various sectors, the pandemic has also led to a heightened demand for essential products and services.

Below, you'll find a selection of major companies actively hiring. Most positions listed are hourly or part-time roles, but many offer opportunities for advancement — Walmart, for instance, indicates that some part-time roles may transition into full-time jobs.

Where to Find Full-Time, Part-Time, Hourly, and Temporary Jobs

Beyond the popular job platforms like Monster and Indeed, consider specialized job boards that can help refine your search. For instance, InHerSight.com allows users to review companies based on their female-friendly practices. Use InHerSight's matching tool (registration required) to find businesses hiring in your area of expertise.

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Here are several large companies increasing their hiring efforts during this time. We've included links to their application pages to streamline your job search:

  • Amazon is looking for drivers, warehouse staff, and shoppers (see job listings here). They aim to hire 100,000 workers to meet delivery demands during the crisis. Check out Amazon's virtual/work-from-home opportunities.
  • Costco and Trader Joe's are recognized for providing competitive pay and benefits. Currently, Costco is hiring hourly workers for its warehouses, along with other job openings available nationwide. You can explore jobs at Trader Joe's.
  • CVS is moving quickly to fill 50,000 full- and part-time roles across the nation. Find job opportunities by title or location at jobs.cvshealth.com/. Meanwhile, Walgreens has over 9,000 roles to fill (check jobs.walgreens.com/).

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  • Discount retailers Dollar General, Dollar Tree, and Family Dollar are increasing their staff across the country to fill in-store and distribution roles. Visit their career websites for more information: Dollar General, Dollar Tree, and Family Dollar.
  • Domino's (jobs.dominos.com), Papa John's (jobs.papajohns.com or text JOBS to 47272), and Pizza Hut (jobs.pizzahut.com) are hiring drivers, cooks, and call center staff.
  • Grocery delivery service Instacart plans to double its team of personal shoppers in the upcoming months (apply here). This role is for independent contractors (you can view the agreement here). For a comprehensive list of other delivery app opportunities and pay rates, see Sidehusl.com.
  • Traditional grocery stores like Aldi, Kroger, and Publix are also hiring. Click the links for job listings, and check for positions at Albertsons (which includes brands like Safeway, Shaw's, Jewel, and Vons).
  • 7-11 is looking to hire 20,000 store workers. Visit the company's career portal for more information and search U.S. job openings here.
  • The popular communication tool Slack is based in California, but some of the available positions are remote.
  • The U.S. Census Bureau requires 500,000 temporary and part-time employees. Hourly wages range from $13 to $50 depending on the role and location. (Check local rates here.) Apply for a job here.
  • Walmart is hiring 150,000 temporary workers for its stores, clubs, and distribution/fulfillment centers. Some roles may transition to full-time positions. Explore Walmart job listings.
  • Zoom has become essential for maintaining face-to-face interactions and is currently hiring across all departments in various locations including California, Denver, Boston, Atlanta, Kansas, and internationally.

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