If you love the thought of sharing ideas, building connections, and spreading the word, there’s no better time to find your dream job doing just these things. We’ve pulled together a list of companies that are changing the world through the power of social networks and their vibrant communities.
After seeing all the exciting stuff they’re up to, you’ll understand why we’d love to work for them, too!
1. Hudl
Where: Lincoln, NE
Hudl is taking collaborative platforms to new playing fields by connecting coaches and players outside of practice to share videos, review game plays, and look at data. From youth leagues to professional sports teams, Hudl is changing up the game and transforming the way communication is done for sports.
2. CrowdFlower
Where: San Francisco
If you’re curious about the power of crowdsourcing, CrowdFlower lets you join in on the fun. Voted as one of the hottest tech companies in SF, CrowdFlower is changing up the way things are done by breaking up companies’ large data projects and distributing them to a lot of contributors to share the work.
3. Artsicle
Where: New York City
Artsicle takes creative collaboration to a new level by building a community of artists and matching them to collectors who rent or buy their work at everyday prices. This means that art is both more accessible and affordable for everyone, and, if you work here, you might just consider all 150 (and growing!) artists who use Artsicle family.
4. Flickr
Where: San Francisco
There’s nothing better than sharing your photos and memories with friends and family on Flickr—that is, other than being part of the team making it all possible. The fun and energetic employees at Flickr are connecting people all over the world to make an online community of 80 million people—both photography gurus and folks who just love beautiful pictures.
5. Frontiers
Where: Lausanne, Switzerland
Frontiers is the fastest-growing open-access academic publishing platform around. For people excited about advancing the future of science by connecting researchers, scientists, academics, and more to build a collaborative community, there’s no place better to do just that than at Frontiers.
6. LivingSocial
Where: Washington, DC
LivingSocial is an online marketplace that builds communities by offering local business deals to enthusiastic customers to help them explore their cities on a budget. Joining this team means you’ll get to create community partnerships that allow people to enjoy and appreciate everything their cities have to offer.
7. ZocDoc
Where: New York City
ZocDoc lets you take charge of your medical appointments by helping you find doctors who specialize in just what you need. More importantly, you’ll know exactly who to go to because all doctors are reviewed and rated by previous patients. If you want to shape the future of healthcare by strengthening networks of doctor-to-patient relationships, then ZocDoc is the place for you.
8. GlobalGiving
Where: Washington, DC
GlobalGiving harnesses the power of the crowd to raise money and create incredible changes in local communities. Gathering people together to pool resources to make innovative ideas a reality, GlobalGiving has raised over $65 million in more than 120 countries.
9. EF Education First
Where: Boston, Denver, and many other cities
Offering all things education-related, including study abroad opportunities, cultural programs, and education tours, EF Education First is creating a global community by breaking down geographical, cultural, and language barriers. If this social mission piques your interest, don’t miss out on this chance to work with 450 schools in more than 50 countries.
10. Yelp
Where: San Francisco
Yelp is the ultimate rating community that helps you decide where you want to go, what you want to do, and everything you want to eat. None of it would be possible without the vibrant and interactive community pitching in for reviews and photos to share their experiences. Joining Yelp will help you help locals and travelers alike to get the most out of their adventures.