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- Worried About Big Tech Layoffs?
Worried About Big Tech Layoffs?
The Start Up Industry Could Be Your Next Breakthrough
Kristi Kennebrew
November 09, 2025
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Hey Future Hires,
Nervous about applying to big tech companies right now due to all the layoffs? Thinking about gaining experience in the startup industry or maybe starting your own in the future? Ember Fellowship is a 2-year fellowship program that gives early career talent firsthand startup experience that helps them become future entrepreneurs & leaders! FULL salary & benefits are provided along with the potential for equity. Both remote & hybrid options are available in select cities. If you graduated less than 3 years and looking for a new career path, this could be your chance!
The Reality
Layoffs are everywhere. Even the biggest names in tech aren’t immune. But here’s the truth: your career isn’t defined by a lay off, it’s defined by your impact how you pivot.
The Opportunity
Enter the Ember Fellowship: a program designed to give you real startup experience. Think:
Hands-on projects that sharpen your skills
Exposure to founders and startup culture
A chance to prove you can thrive in fast-moving environments
This isn’t just another line on your résumé, it’s a launchpad! Apply HERE!
Why It Matters
Startups are scrappy, resilient, and innovative. The skills you gain there (adaptability, problem-solving, storytelling) are exactly what recruiters crave. Ember gives you the credibility to say: I’ve done the work. I’ve thrived in uncertainty. I’m ready for what’s next.
The Get Me Hired Kristi Take
I’ll say it plainly: experience beats fear. If layoffs have you spiraling, the Ember Fellowship is your chance to flip the script. Instead of waiting for the market to stabilize, you’ll be building, learning, and proving your value in real time.
Call to Action
Don’t just worry about layoffs, future-proof yourself.
👉 Apply to the Ember Fellowship today.
👉 Share this with a friend who’s feeling stuck.
👉 Remember: your career is bigger than one company.
NEW JOB ALERT
Entry Level Job Alerts
Rotational & Development programs are in season right now!! These are typically entry level program that will pay you to learn & give you the opportunity to use your transferable skills to transition into a new field.
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That’s it for now, but just know when I come across something to help you land a job or assist in making extra money, you’ll be the FIRST to know! Love yall 💌
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