How many people has Verizon laid off?

Verizon has laid off a total of 621 employees across 1 reported layoff rounds. The first tracked event was in May 2026 and the most recent was in May 2026.

Is Verizon still hiring?

While Verizon has conducted layoffs, many large companies continue to hire in certain divisions even during restructuring periods. We recommend checking the Verizon careers page directly and browsing our job board for current openings.

What should I do if I was laid off from Verizon?

File for unemployment benefits immediately, review your severance agreement, and update your resume. Use our free Resume Builder to create an ATS-optimized resume, check market rates with our Salary Calculator, and explore open positions on our job board. Networking with former colleagues is also valuable — many find new roles through referrals within 3-6 months.

Verizon Layoffs

Verizon has laid off 621 employees across 1 rounds since 2026.

621

Total Laid Off

Rounds

Technology

Industry

May 2026

Most Recent

Layoff Timeline

May 12, 2026

621 employees

Verizon filed new cuts affecting about 621 roles (including 121 at its Basking Ridge, NJ headquarters), extending a reduction that followed roughly 13,000 cuts six months earlier as it targets ~$5B in operating savings; the CEO framed AI as a factor.

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Verizon Layoffs

Verizon has laid off 621 employees across 1 rounds since 2026.

621

Total Laid Off

Rounds

Technology

Industry

May 2026

Most Recent

Layoff Timeline

May 12, 2026

621 employees

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Free ATS-optimized resume builder

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Verizon Layoffs

Layoff Timeline

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Verizon Layoffs

Layoff Timeline

Were you affected? Here’s what to do next.

Frequently Asked Questions

Related job searches