Due to the COVID-19 crisis and the government enforced closure of businesses and non-essential travel, Airbnb was forced to lay off around 25% of its staff and in response, the company launched the Alumni Talent Directory. This is an example of how companies are trying to do it right by their employees.
In order to achieve its goal, Airbnb turned its in-house recruiting department into an alumni placement team. Ex-employees provided a brief description of their work history, their credentials, as well as access to their resumes and LinkedIn profiles. Now, employers who are looking to hire talented individuals, with proven experience, can refer to Airbnb's Alumni Talent Director and browse in search for anything from Analysts and Business Development to Finance and Education.
Alumni Recruiting Platforms
Airbnb Launches the Alumni Talent Directory During COVID-19
Trend Themes
1. Alumni Recruitment Platforms - Companies are creating job search platforms specifically for former employees, providing disruption to traditional recruiting methods.
2. Alumni Job Placement Teams - Companies are turning their in-house recruiting departments into teams specifically designed to place ex-employees in new jobs.
3. Talent Directories - Companies are creating directories of their former employees' information to make it easier for talent seekers to find experienced and qualified job candidates.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can use alumni recruitment platforms such as Airbnb's to help ex-employees find new jobs in the industry after layoffs.
2. Technology - Technology companies can benefit from creating in-house alumni placement teams to keep track of their former employees' experience and ensure they continue to work within the field.
3. Human Resources - The human resources industry can utilize talent directories like Airbnb's to make the recruiting process more streamlined and efficient for both the employer and job candidate.