Top companies in the United States

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Self Employed· Satellite Beach, Florida, United States
The world's largest independent community for freelancers, entrepreneurs, and self employed professionals. Self Employed is an independent media company, backed by Zefs Capital.
- 1196.8k employees
- Founded 1972
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Walmart· Bentonville, Arkansas, United States
More than 60 years ago, Sam Walton opened the first Walmart in Rogers, Arkansas. Today, we’re a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer dedicated to helping people save money and live better all around the world.Our 2.1 million associates are the engine behind what we do — serving customers and members in communities spanning 19 countries, in stores and clubs, online and through a supply chain built for speed and scale.We’re committed to creating clear pathways for associates to learn, grow and advance. Whether you’re starting your first job or bringing years of experience, you’ll find room to grow, learn new skills and build a career with purpose. We’re proud to invest in our people and foster a culture grounded in respect, integrity, service and striving for excellence.Recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® (2025) and Great Place To Work®-CertifiedTM , we’re proud of what we’re building together.
- Post-IPO debt
- 494.7k employees
- Founded 1962
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Freelance | Self-Employed· New York, New York, United States
This page is now affiliated with Freelance Insider, a growing community dedicated to supporting freelancers with real stories, practical tools, and weekly spotlights.If you’ve listed Freelance | Self-Employed as your employer, we encourage you to update it to Freelance Insider to stay connected with the community.Follow Freelance Insider for weekly content made by freelancers, for freelancers.
- 423.3k employees
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Freelance Insider· New York, New York, United States
Freelance Insider is a community-driven page for freelancers and self-employed professionals across all industries.We share real stories, practical advice, and useful tools to help you work smarter and feel more supported. It’s honest, helpful, and built around what freelancers actually need.Follow for freelance wins, resources, conversations, and new opportunities. This space was built with you in mind.
- 406.6k employees
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Cognizant· Teaneck, New Jersey, United States
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value.We build full-stack AI solutions powered by deep industry, process and engineering expertise — embedding an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential and drive tangible outcomes.From strategy to deployment, we help global enterprises move from AI ambition to AI impact and stay ahead in a fast-changing world.See how at cognizant.ai | Follow us @cognizant
- Post-IPO equity
- 371.8k employees
- Founded 1994

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US Army· Arlington, Virginia, United States
Welcome to the official U.S. Army LinkedIn page.The U.S. Army’s mission is to fight and win our Nation’s wars by providing prompt, sustained land dominance across the full range of military operations and spectrum of conflict in support of combatant commanders. If you're looking for news about the U.S. Army, visit http://www.army.mil/ For information about U.S. Army career opportunities https://www.goarmy.com/?iom=BNL7-22-0029_N_OSOC_OCPA_LI_ocpagen_xx_xx.
- 371.7k employees
- Founded 1992
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IBM· Armonk, New York, United States
At IBM, we do more than work. We create. We create as technologists, developers, and engineers. We create with our partners. We create with our competitors. If you're searching for ways to make the world work better through technology and infrastructure, software and consulting, then we want to work with you.We're here to help every creator turn their "what if" into what is. Let's create something that will change everything.
- Post-IPO debt
- 343.7k employees
- Founded 1911
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McDonald's· Chicago, Illinois, United States
McDonald’s is the world’s leading global foodservice retailer with over 37,000 locations in over 100 countries. More than 90% of McDonald’s restaurants worldwide are owned and operated by independent local business men and women. McDonald's & our franchisees employ 1.9 million people worldwide.We serve the world some of its favorite foods - World Famous Fries, Big Mac, Quarter Pounder, Chicken McNuggets and Egg McMuffin. To learn more about the company, please visit www.aboutmcdonalds.com.
- Post-IPO debt
- 306.1k employees
- Founded 1955
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Google· Mountain View, California, United States
A problem isn't truly solved until it's solved for all. Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. Bring your insight, imagination and a healthy disregard for the impossible. Bring everything that makes you unique. Together, we can build for everyone.Check out our career opportunities at goo.gle/3DLEokh
- Series unknown
- 297.3k employees
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Wells Fargo· San Francisco, California, United States
Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a diversified, community-based financial services company with approximately $1.9 trillion in assets. Wells Fargo’s vision is to satisfy our customers’ financial needs and help them succeed financially. Founded in 1852 and headquartered in San Francisco, Wells Fargo provides banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through more than 7,300 locations, 12,000 ATMs, the internet (wellsfargo.com) and mobile banking, and has offices in over 40 countries and territories to support customers who conduct business in the global economy. With approximately 250,000 team members, Wells Fargo serves one in three households in the United States. Wells Fargo & Company was ranked No. 41 on Fortune’s 2022 rankings of America’s largest corporations. News, insights and perspectives from Wells Fargo are also available at Wells Fargo Stories. Relevant military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service men and women. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.© 2016 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.
- 248.5k employees

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