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<p> In preparation for the holiday season, the toy retailer <a href="http://www.foxbusiness.com/industries/2012/09/04/toys-r-us-revamps-holiday-layaway-axes-upfront-fee/" target="_blank">revealed a new layaway program</a> that will help more consumers afford products, while kickstarting the holiday season early.<br /> <br /> <strong>Employee Review: </strong>"Pretty solid paid time-off and vacation packages, reasonably priced medical/dental insurance. Opportunities to advance within the company."*<br /> <br /> <strong>Number of Job Openings:</strong> 8,999<br /> <br /> <strong><em><a href="http://aol.careerbuilder.com/jobs/company/toys+r+us/?siteid=cbaol95top10">Find jobs at Toys R Us</a>.</em></strong></p>
<p> The company is part of the "100,000 Jobs Mission," a coalition of 55 companies that have committed to hiring 100,000 veterans by the year 2020. To date, <a href="http://www.marketwatch.com/story/100000-jobs-mission-18249-veterans-hired-through-second-quarter-2012-2012-07-12" target="_blank">over 18,000 veterans</a> have found jobs through the program -- including some at Macy's.<br /> <br /> <strong>Employee Review</strong>: "The management is competent. Employees are given a good discount and still able to use coupons. You can pick up more hours online when they become available."*<br /> <br /> <strong>Number of Job Openings:</strong> 6,258<br /> <br /> <strong><em><a href="http://aol.careerbuilder.com/jobs/company/macy%27s/?siteid=cbaol95top10">Find jobs at Macy's</a>.</em></strong></p>
<p> Sears, much like Toys R Us and other retailers, is preparing for the holidays. The venerable retail company has been <a href="http://articles.latimes.com/2012/jun/05/business/la-fi-sears-design-20120605" target="_blank">revamping product lines</a> in an effort to better connect with customers. <br /> <br /> <strong>Employee Review: </strong>"My favorite thing about working with Sears is the stability. The company has been around for over 100 years and is one of the largest in the world. It has great benefits and work-life balance is excellent. I don't have to worry about being on-call on nights and weekends. They have really great quality people who are easy to get along with."*<br /> <br /> <strong>Number of Job Openings:</strong> 3,603<br /> <br /> <strong><em><a href="http://aol.careerbuilder.com/jobs/company/sears+roebuck+and+co/?siteid=cbaol95top10">Find jobs at Sears</a>.</em></strong></p>
<p> If you have a degree in computer science or engineering, SAIC might be the company for you. Headquartered in McLean, Va., SAIC is <a href="http://www.wtop.com/41/3046988/Washington-leads-nation-for-computer-sciences-jobs" target="_blank">one of the top 15 companies</a> hiring computer science majors, according to Indeed.com.</p> <p> <br /> <strong>Employee Review:</strong> "Very proactive organization, that looks after its employees. They make available a large amount of resources, so that you can learn how to conduct business their way."*<br /> <br /> <strong>Number of Job Openings:</strong> 2,834<br /> <br /> <strong><em><a href="http://aol.careerbuilder.com/jobs/company/saic+corporate/?siteid=cbaol95top10">Find jobs at SAIC Corporate</a>.</em></strong></p>
<p> UnitedHealth Group currently provides health <a href="http://www.unitedhealthgroup.com/main/aboutus.aspx">insurance services</a> to more than 75 million people worldwide. It recently<a href="http://www.marketwatch.com/story/unitedhealthcare-to-expand-workforce-in-chico-will-add-115-jobs-at-its-operations-center-this-year-2012-07-03" target="_blank"> joined the 100,000 Jobs Mission</a>, a coalition of companies dedicated to hiring 100,000 veterans by 2020.<br /> <br /> <strong>Employee Review:</strong> "I really enjoyed my time at UnitedHealth Group. The trainers were very knowledgeable and were always there to answer any questions that I had. I worked as a claims associate for just a few short months before being promoted to another department. I then went on to work from home! Only left this company because of personal issues not related to my job. Great place to work!"*<br /> <br /> <strong>Number of Job Openings:</strong> 2,490<br /> <br /> <strong><em><a href="http://aol.careerbuilder.com/jobs/company/UnitedHealth+Group/?siteid=cbaol95top10">Find jobs at UnitedHealth Group.</a></em></strong></p>
<p> With the recent launch of Apple's <a href="http://www.sacbee.com/2012/09/12/4813896/att-to-offer-iphone-5-on-the-nations.html" target="_blank">new iPhone 5</a>, AT&T stores will be busy as customers flock to upgrade. In addition, it's <a href="http://money.cnn.com/2012/04/16/technology/att-aspire/?source=cnn_bin" target="_blank">committed to a $350 million program</a>, called "Aspire," which includes a job-shadowing program aimed at bringing students into the workforce.<br /> <br /> <strong>Employee Review:</strong> "They provide great benefits and pay. I know they match quite a bit for 401(k) investment. It is a great job for someone interested in technology and learning about new technologies. Also, it is great to know that you are helping others out on a daily basis."*<br /> <br /> <strong>Number of Job Openings:</strong> 1,853<br /> <br /> <strong><em><a href="http://aol.careerbuilder.com/jobs/company/att+retail/?siteid=cbaol95top10">Find jobs at AT&T Retail</a>.</em></strong></p>
<p> Operating more than 3,000 stores in the United States, Rent-A-Center recently <a href="http://community.nasdaq.com/News/2012-09/rentacenter-expands-in-new-york-analyst-blog.aspx?storyid=173335" target="_blank">expanded in New York</a>, following other store openings throughout the year.<br /> <br /> <strong>Employee Review:</strong> "Always something new every day, never a dull moment. Small stores, opportunities to develop strong relationships with customers. Virtually no scripts to follow, no "dumbing-down"... employees are encouraged and empowered to answer challenges and solve problems"*<br /> <br /> <strong>Number of Job Openings:</strong> 1,614<br /> <br /> <strong><em><a href="http://aol.careerbuilder.com/jobs/company/rent+a+center/?siteid=cbaol95top10">Find jobs at Rent-A-Center</a>.</em></strong></p>
<p> <a href="http://www.handyshippingguide.com/shipping-news/us-freight-truckers-honoured-as-logistics-groups-name-top-road-haulage-oufits-and-drivers_3944" target="_blank">Recently honored</a> as a "Carrier of the Year" by Schneider Logistics, Heartland Express provides medium- to short-haul regional freight transportation.<br /> <br /> <strong>Employee Review:</strong> "Highest pay per mile in the industry -- top end earns up to 52 cents per mile, brand new equipment that is very well maintained -- nothing older than 2 years old, really do get home most of the time"*<br /> <br /> <strong>Number of Job Openings:</strong> 1,458<br /> <br /> <strong><em><a href="http://aol.careerbuilder.com/jobs/company/heartland+express/?siteid=cbaol95top10">Find jobs at Heartland Express</a>.</em></strong></p>
<p> Earlier this year, Wells Fargo agreed to a <a href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2012/01/05/we-cant-wait-white-house-announces-federal-and-private-sector-commitment" target="_blank">partnership with the Obama administration</a> in which it pledged to provide part-time summer jobs to young people. The company committed to providing at least 1,000 jobs, and <a href="http://articles.baltimoresun.com/2012-07-08/business/bs-bz-baltimore-summer-jobs-20120708_1_summer-jobs-karen-sitnick-youthworks" target="_blank">the program is paying off</a>.<br /> <br /> <strong>Employee Review:</strong> "Large company with a lot of training; encouraged to change positions/departments within bank to grow and learn; good senior management and diversity commitment."*<br /> <br /> <strong>Number of Jobs:</strong> 1,401<br /> <br /> <strong><em><a href="http://aol.careerbuilder.com/jobs/company/wells+fargo/?siteid=cbaol95top10">Find jobs at Wells Fargo</a>.</em></strong></p>
<p> Known for its copiers in large offices, Xerox provides many other services to businesses. It's <a href="http://www.bizjournals.com/nashville/news/2012/07/30/xerox-expanding-nashville-call-center.html" target="_blank">expanding a call center</a> and adding jobs across the company.<br /> <br /> <strong>Employee Review:</strong> "The company listens to their employees. There is a program in place to submit cost and time saving ideas where they share savings. New internal education opportunities exist and are updated frequently."*<br /> <br /> <strong>Number of Jobs:</strong> 1,395<br /> <br /> <strong><em><a href="http://aol.careerbuilder.com/jobs/company/xerox+services/?siteid=cbaol95top10">Find jobs at Xerox Services</a>.</em></strong></p> <p> </p>
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