Jobs
What the Research Says About a $15 Minimum Wage
The House voted to raise the federal minimum wage, but the bill will face opposition in the Republican-controlled Senate.
Hiring Discrimination Is Greater in France and Sweden Than in the U.S.
But even in "low-discrimination countries," white applicants still fare better in job interviews, according to new research.
Working Even a Few Hours a Week Boosts Mental and Emotional Health
An innovative new study suggests that the benefits of employment should be shared widely, even in a future where jobs are scarce.
We're Hiring a Director of Marketing & Donor Relations
This new leadership position will work with the executive director to develop and implement the long-term marketing and donor communications strategy for our award-winning magazine.
How Overconfidence Among the Upper Classes Is Hampering Social Mobility
New research finds that high self-regard can come across as competence to potential employers.
Responsive Unions Help Make Work Feel More Meaningful
New research finds that the boons of union membership can extend beyond wages and benefits.
Viewfinder: A Mariachi Band Performs at the New York Stock Exchange
In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, a mariachi band performs on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on May 3rd, 2019, in New York City.
We're Hiring a Contributing Editor for Books and Culture
Pacific Standard is looking for a part-time contract editor to help us expand and elevate the profile of our books and culture coverage.
Stories You Might Have Missed This Week
The marijuana sector is growing, the Texas Senate plans for the next Hurricane Harvey, and some pets still need homes four months after the Camp Fire.
Why Women's Jobs Are Disproportionately Threatened by Automation
The AI debate has tended to center on men, but research shows that women make up 58 percent of the workers at the highest risk of job loss due to automation.
We're Hiring a Staff Writer
Pacific Standard is looking for a beat reporter to write daily coverage and reported features from our Santa Barbara or Washington, D.C., offices.
We're Hiring an Accountability Reporter
Pacific Standard is looking for an investigative reporter to report and write ambitious accountability journalism.
We're Hiring an Assistant Editor for Social Media and Engagement
This new hire will oversee our social media outreach and help build a deeper relationship with our audience.
High Rents Are Stunting Job-Market Growth
A mismatch between the numbers of jobs and the number of job seekers in a neighborhood doesn't only hurt workers. It hinders the labor market too.
Could Energy Efficiency Be the Key to Bipartisan Climate Change Legislation?
One humble way to reduce carbon pollution has been gathering steam in red and blue states alike: energy efficiency.
We're Hiring a Research Editor
Pacific Standard is looking for a research editor to lead our fact-checking operations and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and transparency of our content.
Will the Green New Deal Work? Here's What the Research Says.
The Green New Deal that some Democrats are now championing is unlike anything this country has ever done before. But scientists have been studying policies like these for decades, and their research can tell us a bit about what might happen should we pass this sweeping new vision for climate action and economic equality.
What Would Happen If the Federal Government Gave Citizens Guaranteed Employment?
Many Americans still desperately need good jobs. Among the fixes gaining traction at the moment, particularly on the left, is the idea of a federal jobs guarantee.
Viewfinder: Inspecting Santa Candidates in Germany
An employee at the job center in the city of Rostock, Germany, inspects candidates for a position at the center's Santa Claus agency on December 11th, 2018.
Despite Potential Benefits, New Roads Cause Consternation in Indigenous Communities
New research finds that people from communities that weren't close to a road were more skeptical about the prospect of a new one.
There's a Strong New Jobs Report Out. But Will Voters Care?
Polling is mixed on whether voters place much importance on the economy's performance.
We're Hiring a Digital Product Manager
Pacific Standard is looking for an experienced product manager—or an editorial leader with a background in Web development—to oversee the magazine's look and feel online.
Why Are the Hopi Suing to Save a Coal-Fire Power Plant?
Officials from the tribe worry about the economic impacts of closing the Navajo Generating Station, but water conservationists are pushing for the region to move on.
Three Key Numbers From the May Jobs Report
Retail, construction, and health care post particularly strong employment gains.