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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I loaded my info on CareerBuilder about 10 years ago and have been getting calls on loosely related, often sketchy sounding jobs ever since. Back in 2021 (!!!!) I engaged with Career Builder f... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

What a bunch of con artists! Both CareerBuilder and Monster. Went to delete my accounts from both because I had not used them in over 5 years and had never received any recruiting calls referen... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

CareerBuilder has been a huge disappointment. Ever since uploading my resume, I’ve been flooded with scam calls and spam emails from sketchy “recruiters” claiming they found me through their site. It... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I was able to find a job through Career Builder. I hope it becomes a career. But, I am getting inquires from foreign companies stating they found my resume on line. Do I need to worry about that? Are... See more

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  4. #141 of 145 best companies in Educational Institution

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Our mission is empowering employment. We are striving to organize all the world’s human capital data and make it meaningful for society. It is the core of our business and the guiding principle of our people, making CareerBuilder a truly unique place to work. A place where you can say that at the end of the day, you make a difference. Each day we help job seekers and companies connect, giving people a chance to find their calling and many employers a chance to find and hire top talent to help grow their business.

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Mission: Empowering Employment Across the Globe
Our mission is empowering employment. We are striving to organize all the world’s human capital data and make it meaningful for society. It is the core of our business and the guiding principle of our people, making CareerBuilder a truly unique place to work. A place where you can say that at the end of the day, you make a difference. Each day we help job seekers and companies connect, giving people a chance to find their calling and many employers a chance to find and hire top talent to help grow their business.
About CareerBuilder
For over 20 years, CareerBuilder has been at the forefront of innovation when it comes to using data and technology to evolve the human capital management space, with solutions that help employers find, hire and manage great people. If you're looking for more information about our company, try this: https://hiring.careerbuilder.com/company/about-us View our Community Promise here: http://on.fb.me/9zDtKj
What We Do
Making Data Actionable For Everyone Over the past 20+ years, CareerBuilder has helped millions of people find jobs and has equipped hundreds of thousands of employers with the talent they need. It’s what we do and we do it better than anyone else. Officially, we’re a global, end-to-end human capital solutions company. But, that just means that we combine the best in advertising, software and services to help companies find, hire and manage great talent. As an industry leader, we work with companies big and small, providing cutting-edge solutions for everything from recruiting to employment screening and human capital management. Backed by our majority owner Apollo Global Management (NYSE: APO), CareerBuilder is inventing technology to solve the biggest problems companies face when it comes to acquiring and keeping top talent. You can find CareerBuilder and our subsidiaries in the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia.
Why CareerBuilder
Why choose our products and services over another vendor? Hear from our customers what makes us uniquely different in delivering the right products and the best service to you and your team. https://hiring.careerbuilder.com/company/why-careerbuilder
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https://hiring.careerbuilder.com/company/about-us#about-us__leadership
For Customer Service & Support
Sales: 877.345.5256 Support: 800.891.8880 Please visit us at: http://www.careerbuilder.com/JobSeeker/Help/

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Will sell your data forever

I loaded my info on CareerBuilder about 10 years ago and have been getting calls on loosely related, often sketchy sounding jobs ever since.

Back in 2021 (!!!!) I engaged with Career Builder for a full deletion of my data. My account was deleted and I can still confirm that, yet here I am in late summer of 2026 still getting calls from recruiters on jobs that aren't really relevant and sound only tentatively legit. They confirm they got my info from CareerBuilder. As my info has not been on the site for 5+ years, it can only come from CareerBuilder selling a list including my very old, supposed to be deleted data.

I regret ever putting my information into this company. That they are still selling my data so many years later really shows the poor integrity they have for their product -- they are selling these companies data that is at least 5 years old, given that I wiped my data in 2021! (It was out of date before that but whatever).

Absolute worst job hunting site.

August 23, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not use

Do not use. They get your card details and bill monthly even if you pay for one off service. It’s impossible to cancel.

July 3, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We are genuinely sorry for any confusion and frustration you’ve experienced regarding your subscription. We want to take this opportunity to offer further clarification.

Please note that we currently do not provide a one-time payment option. Our platform is designed to offer users full access to all features during a 14-day paid trial period. If the trial is not canceled within this timeframe, it transitions into a paid monthly subscription in order to maintain uninterrupted access.

This information is provided throughout the registration process, including at the time of payment, within the terms and conditions, and in the confirmation email sent after the initial purchase. This email outlines key details such as the subscription terms, billing frequency, and cancellation process, with the intention of maintaining transparency.

We understand and recognize the importance of clarity at all stages of the customer experience, and we remain committed to providing dedicated assistance.

We have located your account and confirmed that it has been canceled, no further charges will apply. You received an email confirmation about this information. 

Upon further review, we have also provided you with a refund as a sign of goodwill. Please allow 7–10 business days for the refund to be available on your account. We greatly appreciate your feedback as it helps us identify and address any issues. We are certainly committed to changing your mind about us and ensuring that you receive the excellent customer service we pride ourselves on. 

If you have any specific questions about your account or would like further clarification about our services, please don't hesitate to contact our support team directly at clientsupport@careerbuilder.com. We're here to help and want to ensure you have all the information you need to make the best decision for your career needs.

Best regards,
CareerBuilder Customer Support Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent listings and many options in…

Excellent listings and many options in my area for IT support. Able to submit for positions with the press of a button. I was able to land a satisfactory position very fast. I found an Easy commute and great pay rate!

June 23, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We strive to connect job seekers with meaningful opportunities, so it's great to hear that you found excellent job listings in your area and that the application process was quick and convenient. It's also rewarding to know that you were able to secure a position that meets all your expectations.

We greatly appreciate your feedback and wish you continued success in your new role!

Best regards,
The CareerBuilder Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Promising

Easy, efficient, wide-ranging.

June 14, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

Thank you for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear that you found the platform easy to use, efficient, and offering a wide range of opportunities. Our goal is to provide a seamless experience while connecting users with relevant job options, so your comment is greatly appreciated.

Best regards,
CareerBuilder Customer Support Team.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Excellent Jobs

June 1, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hi Nikhil,

Thank you so much for your feedback! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. It was a pleasure working with you, and we look forward to helping you again in the future!

Best regards,
The CareerBuilder Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

CareerBuilder delivers constant spam…

CareerBuilder delivers constant spam from both their site and countless recruiters from the resume I never posted on there, but only edited. A year ago I submitted for my info to be removed and I never agreed to share my resume, but its still occuring. Greed is a bad trait to hold.

May 26, 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

We take the quality of our job listings very seriously. Our team actively reviews and monitors postings to remove suspicious or low-quality listings and uses automated detection systems to flag potential spam or scams.

We are continuously strengthening our processes and technologies to ensure only legitimate, high-quality opportunities appear on our platform. We’re confident these ongoing improvements will provide an even safer and more reliable experience for our users.

Thank you for taking the time to provide us with the requested information. We truly appreciate your cooperation. However, after a thorough review, we were unable to identify any account associated with the details provided.

If any assistance is required, please do not hesitate to reach us at TSST@careerbuilder.com for further assistance.

Best regards,
The CareerBuilder Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to know that you found the communication with our team positive. We appreciate your comment and are pleased that your experience with our support met your expectations.

Kind regards,
Customer Service Team.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Almost all of the suggested jobs were…

Almost all of the suggested jobs were not in my geographical area (and most of them were out-of-state), which was not very helpful, since I am not able to relocate.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

We’re sorry to hear that the job recommendations you received were not within your geographical area. We understand how important it is to find local opportunities, especially when relocation is not an option.

Our system relies on the information provided in your resume, your saved job preferences, and specific location settings to deliver the most accurate matches. To improve your results and ensure you see roles closer to home, we recommend refining your saved searches and adjusting your geographic filters. This will help our system better understand your specific location requirements and deliver more relevant opportunities within your area.

We continuously strive to improve our platform and provide a seamless user experience. If you have any further questions or need assistance adjusting your filters, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team.

Best regards,
Customer Service Team.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I still haven't found a job

I still haven't found a job. A good one. In years. So that's not great. But that's not all on you. The spam is awful.

April 23, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

We appreciate your feedback and sincerely understand how challenging a long-term job search can be. While we are glad to hear your perspective on the process, we take your concerns regarding the quality of the communications and listings very seriously.

Our team actively reviews and monitors postings to remove suspicious or low-quality listings and uses automated detection systems to flag potential spam or scams. We are committed to protecting your experience, applying industry-standard security practices to ensure your personal data and privacy remain fully protected while you use our career tools.

We are continuously strengthening our processes and technologies to ensure only legitimate, high-quality opportunities appear on our platform. We’re confident these ongoing improvements will provide a safer and more reliable experience to help you find the right role.

Best regards,
Customer Service Team.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Daily updates

daily updates

April 22, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

We appreciate you sharing your feedback with us. We are pleased to know that you find the daily updates on the platform helpful, as we are committed to providing consistent and relevant information to support your progress.

Best regards,
Customer Service Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to use and effective

Easy to use and effective

April 22, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

We are grateful for your positive feedback regarding your experience. We are pleased to know that you found the platform easy to use and effective, as we strive to provide tools that deliver real results for our users. We wish you great success in your professional endeavors.

Best regards,
Customer Service Team.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I received jobs that did not match my…

I received jobs that did not match my experience and was not in the area.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

We’re sorry to hear that the job recommendations you received did not match your professional experience or your preferred location. We understand how important it is to find opportunities that align with your specific goals.

Our system relies on the information provided in your resume, saved job preferences, and specific location filters to deliver the most accurate matches. To improve your results and ensure you see roles in your desired area, we recommend updating your profile, refining your saved searches, and adjusting your geographic filters. This will help our system better understand your background and deliver more relevant opportunities.

We continuously strive to improve our platform and provide a seamless user experience. If you have any further questions or need assistance adjusting your settings, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team.

Best regards,
Customer Service Team.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

We appreciate your feedback regarding our services. We are pleased to know that the platform works well for your needs, as we are committed to maintaining a high-quality and reliable experience for all our users.

Best regards,
Customer Service Team

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Applying to a position rarely means…

Applying to a position rarely means getting any response from said company hence deeming it virtually impossible to fine employment among the many postings.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

Thank you for bringing this to our attention and trusting us to address your concerns regarding candidate feedback.

We recognize the frustration caused when employers do not provide timely updates on applications. While final hiring decisions and communication timelines are managed by the respective employers, CareerBuilder provides real-time tracking and profile optimization tools to help improve your visibility to recruiters.

For specific questions or assistance, you can reach our support team at cbhelp@careerbuilder.com. Our team is here to help you resolve any issues and ensure you get the most out of your CareerBuilder experience.

— The CareerBuilder Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

awesome

easy 2 use and best its FREE!!!

April 22, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found the platform easy to use and accessible. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Kind regards,
The CareerBuilder Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great website

Great website, features, and easy to navigate

April 22, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

Thank you for your feedback. We’re happy to hear that you enjoyed the features and found the platform easy to navigate. Your support means a lot to us.

Kind regards,
The CareerBuilder Team.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It was just some of the questions were…

It was just some of the questions were a bit unnecessary at least in my part.

April 22, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re pleased to hear that overall things worked well, though we understand that some questions may have felt unnecessary. Your feedback is valuable and helps us continue improving the experience for all users.

Kind regards,
The CareerBuilder Team.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

CareerBuilder does not match my profile…

CareerBuilder does not match my profile to the appropriate job listings or careers

April 22, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

We’re sorry to hear that some of the job recommendations you’re seeing don’t match your skills. Our system relies on the information provided in your resume and job preferences to deliver the most accurate matches.

To improve your results, we recommend updating your resume, refining your saved searches, and adjusting your filters. This will help our system better understand your goals and deliver more relevant opportunities.

The CareerBuilder Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Hr department of ussa wanted to access…

Hr department of ussa wanted to access my computer

April 22, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We take the security of our job seekers very seriously and are concerned to hear about your experience with a third party.

Please be aware that CareerBuilder will never ask for remote access to your personal computer, nor should any employer.

We would like to investigate this further. Please get in touch with our team directly at cbhelp@careerbuilder.com with any details you have regarding the job posting so we can take appropriate action.

Thank you for bringing this to our attention and trusting us with your safety as you navigate your career journey.

— The CareerBuilder Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Claims Specialist

Easy to read!

April 22, 2026
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Reply from CareerBuilder

Hello,

Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found the platform easy to read and navigate. Your support is truly appreciated.

Kind regards,
The CareerBuilder Team.

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