Walmart hires 25,000 new employees in less than a week with goal of 150,000

While many businesses have been forced to close their doors during the COVID-19 crisis, grocery stores such was Walmart remain open to provide needed food and supplies.

With the added demand for goods, Walmart has been expanding its workforce, adding 25,000 employees in less than a week on the way to 150,000, according to a CNBC report:

Walmart has sped up hiring, too -- particularly for cashiers and stockers. To quickly turn applicants into employees, Walmart is encouraging people to apply online or simply send a text message. The retailer is skipping formal interviews and written offers. Instead, it’s asking store managers to screen candidates and make verbal offers over the phone, company spokeswoman Robyn Babbitt said.