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By Alice Duers
Weekly Job Digest
There’s no doubt a shift is happening in the hiring landscape. Many companies, big and small, have gone from rapidly hiring to cutting teams and reorg[...]

By Evan Weese
The Most In-Demand Tech Jobs in Columbus
From locally grown unicorns to multibillion-dollar investments by industry giants, Columbus is proving to be an emerging tech hub. For job seekers, th[...]

By Alli Kelly
12 Midwest Companies Hiring Top Talent Now
Regardless of the current state of the job marketplace, we see employers posting new opportunities every single day. While the unfortunate layoffs are[...]

By Alli Kelly
The Ultimate LinkedIn Profile Guide
Why do I need a LinkedIn Profile? To provide an overview of your skills, qualifications, and experiences to inspire a hiring manager to schedule an in[...]

By Alli Kelly
8 Companies Hiring Top Midwest Tech Talent Now
The Midwest truly has some of the best tech talent in the world. Gone are the days when the middle of the country is overlooked and underrated. Compan[...]

By Alli Kelly
Time for a Change: Breaking into Tech with Leah Zillner
Making a career change is hard no matter what industry you’re trying to break into. But getting into tech is at the top of the list of tough industrie[...]

By Alice Duers
How to Optimize Your Job Search
People always say “job searching is a full-time job,” and depending on what you’re looking for it can be time-consuming. It can feel isolating. It can[...]

By Alli Kelly
Apply Now: Open Jobs with Midwest Tech Companies and Startups
Job searching can be an exhausting journey. There. We said it. It’s because of the work and effort we know you have to put into this search, that we w[...]

By Alli Kelly
10 Midwest Tech Companies and Startups Hiring Now
Whether you’re actively seeking a new role, casually browsing, or anywhere in between, these jobs are too interesting to pass up. From sales to design[...]

By Alli Kelly
9 Midwest Tech Companies and Startups with Remote Jobs
Today’s job market can feel overwhelming, especially when finding jobs in your area. But luckily, many companies offer remote opportunities, or are fu[...]

By Alli Kelly
Apply Now: 13 Open Engineering Jobs with Midwest Startups
From renewable energy to cyber security, there are a ton of great companies hiring engineers to work on exciting projects. If you’re looking for a job[...]

By Alli Kelly
So, You’re Taking a Mental Health Day. What Now?
Whether you work for a company that has designated mental health days or open-ended “take-what-you-need” days, we applaud you for taking a day for you[...]

By Alli Kelly
Apply Now: 10 Open Product Roles with Midwest Startups
The Vectorform team Hoping to find a product role with a Midwest startup? The Midwest continues to grow as a tech hub, and companies are looking to fi[...]

Startup and Tech Companies Hiring at the SXSW Virtual Career Fair
We're virtually heading to SXSW, one of the country's biggest festivals and conferences. We're teaming up with our friends at Midwest House to host th[...]

Quitting Your Job: The Complete Guide
It’s not always easy letting your manager know you’re moving on to a new job. It’s a natural part of everyone’s careers, but still, it can be a diffic[...]

By Lauren Zyber
Need a career map? This community gives people “directions to their dream job”
Landing your first role in tech is a huge milestone, and it usually takes longer than people expect. Whether you’re a new grad or a career changer, th[...]

By Lauren Zyber
Non-technical jobs at top hiring tech companies in the Midwest
You don't have to be technical to work at a tech company. While top startups seem to always have open jobs for engineers, there are tons of great role[...]

Hiring Companies at the Columbus Startup & Tech Virtual Career Fair
This post has been updated include updated links and resources. The State of the Columbus Startup Community brought together top Columbus tech leaders[...]

By Lauren Zyber
50+ Midwest and remote software engineering jobs
It's no secret that software engineers are in high demand. There are plenty of open software engineering jobs, but if you're looking for a new gig, it[...]

By Lauren Zyber
'Great Resignation' continues: 55% of workers likely to look for new job
There's no doubt that coronavirus pandemic has changed so much of the way we live our lives — and the way we work. It's left many re-evaluating their [...]

By Laura Cowan
17 Midwest Startups Hiring for Marketing Jobs
From content marketing and SEO jobs to growth marketing, Midwest tech startups have a growing number of job opportunities for marketing professionals.[...]

By Lauren Zyber
A Day in the Life of a Customer Advocate at Clearcover
Headquartered in Chicago, Clearcover is a top insurtech startup in the Midwest — and in the country. Clearcover is disrupting a $200 billion industry[...]

By Laura Cowan
15 Midwest Startups & Tech Companies Hiring for Product Roles
Are you interested in a product job at a tech startup? You might only think of the coasts when it comes to product, because historically the Midwest t[...]

By Ryan Landau
Road Trip With Purpose: 1,000 jobs. 1,000 jobseekers. 1,000 miles.
We’ve always believed in the power of the Midwest, so it’s no surprise that others are finding it a great place to live and work. Boomerangs are retu[...]

By Lauren Zyber
13 Purpose-Driven Companies Hiring Remote Startup Jobs
People are rethinking where they live, how they work, and what they do with their time. The New York Times calls it the new YOLO Economy. Perhaps the [...]

By Lauren Zyber
Now Hiring: Finite State, a Leader in Supply Chain Security
Supply chain security has become an increasingly important topic in the tech industry, and Finite State is at the forefront of it. Founded in Columbu[...]

By Laura Cowan
Coastal Startup and Tech Companies Hiring in the Midwest
Whether hiring for remote jobs or looking for local talent, many startups and tech companies are looking to tap into the amazing talent pool in the Mi[...]

By Laura Cowan
19 Great Tech Companies Hiring Remote Startup Jobs
Companies everywhere are hiring for remote jobs. And it’s not just in engineering. From marketing to product development to UX, startups hiring tech t[...]

By Lauren Zyber
47 Top Startups & Tech Companies Hiring at the Virtual Career Fair
On April 13th, we hosted the Midwest Startup & Tech Virtual Career Fair: Best Places To Work. We had tons of companies join and hundreds of jobs s[...]

By Lauren Zyber
26 Fast-Growing Midwest Tech Companies Now Hiring Software Engineers
There’s no doubt that the Midwest is a great place to be for tech jobs. And if you still have doubts, just check out some of the best startups and tec[...]

By Ryan Landau
Purpose Jobs is Hiring: Relationship Manager, and Community Manager
We're growing our team! As a bootstrapped, profitable company, we're always thoughtful about our growth. We only open a few positions a year, and we'r[...]

By Lauren Zyber
Ask a Recruiter: Job Hunting Advice, Interview Tips & Resume Help
On January 26th, we hosted a virtual AMA with top recruiter Jamie Koblinski. She answered questions from the community about writing a good resume, pr[...]

By Lauren Zyber
Top Midwest Companies Hiring Marketing Roles Right Now
If you work in marketing, you know it can be a funny field. Us marketers wear a lot of hats, and it can be hard to find a position that fits your skil[...]

By Lauren Zyber
Now hiring: virtual career fair hosts top Midwest startups, tech companies
On August 25th, purpose.jobs and the Midwest Tech Banking team at Silicon Valley Bank hosted the Midwest’s largest virtual career fair. Within 60 minu[...]

By Lauren Zyber
Top Midwest Tech Companies Hiring Software Engineers Right Now
Yes. You read that title right. Top tech companies are hiring—right now. Woot woot, cue the happy dance. If you’re looking for a software engineering[...]

By Lauren Zyber
Top Columbus Startups Hiring Now
Columbus is a hotbed for fast-growing startups and tech companies. We featured a few of them on our list of the top startups in the Midwest, but there[...]

By Ryan Landau
Our Response to COVID-19: We’re on Team You
These are unbelievably tough times for everyone, everywhere. But for small businesses, these are defining moments. Companies are wondering if and how [...]

By Lauren Zyber
Coronavirus sparks hiring spree for these startup and tech companies
We recently hosted our first ever virtual career fair. At a time like this when setbacks and panic from COVID-19 are already causing layoffs, the virt[...]

By Lauren Zyber
Ann Arbor’s Shine & Rise Offers Resources, Community to Women in Tech
When Kristina Oberly left her job for an Ann Arbor tech startup, she was only the 4th hire at the company—and the only woman. “I came from the univer[...]

By Lauren Zyber
How to Volunteer with Meaning: DaySmart Combines Community and Industry
In today’s world, companies that stand for something stand out. More and more, people are buying (and staying loyal) to companies that are involved i[...]

By Lauren Zyber
The Top Detroit Startups To Watch In 2020
For the most up-to date list of the top Detroit startups, check out the Top Detroit Startups to Watch in 2022. Have you ever felt completely drained b[...]

6 Best Detroit Startups for Full-Stack Developers
From building APIs to collaborating with product and design, the life of a full-stack developer is a busy one. We know what you've been through. That'[...]