Jeff Rumage
Staff Reporter at Built In
Expertise: Aerospace, Tech News, Human Resources, Professional Development and Workplace Culture
Education: University of Wisconsin-Madison

Jeff Rumage is a Built In staff reporter covering workplace culture in the tech industry. Before joining Built In in 2021, he worked as a reporter and editor for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Patch and the Oconomowoc Enterprise. He earned a bachelor’s degree in political science and communications from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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What Does Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee Mean for Workers?
Aimed at protecting American workers from losing jobs to cheaper foreign labor, the new fee has raised concerns about stifling innovation and creating an unlevel playing field for startups.
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The AI Boom Is Making Workers Miserable — But Too Afraid to Quit
Stalled hiring and the rise of AI are ratcheting up pressure at work, leaving employees exhausted yet unwilling to gamble on a bleak job market.
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California Is Cracking Down on ‘Companion Chatbots’ With This New AI Bill
SB 243 aims to set strict rules for AI chatbots like ChatGPT, and gives users the right to sue if they don’t comply, making it the first law of its kind in the United States.
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OpenAI Is Building Its Own Jobs Platform. Here’s What Job Seekers Should Know.
OpenAI is building a jobs platform and AI certification program to connect employers with AI-fluent talent — a move that could upend recruiting and change how applicants showcase their value in an increasingly competitive hiring environment.
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From Bromance to Bitter Feud: Inside the Musk-Altman Rivalry
The relationship between the OpenAI cofounders has devolved into lawsuits, buyout bids and social media sparring. Here’s a timeline of the biggest beef in AI.
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Who Wants to Be an AI Millionaire?
Tech giants are shelling out millions of dollars to woo Silicon Valley’s top AI researchers and engineers. Here’s what sets this elite cohort of talent apart — and how you can get in on the action.
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Longshot Space Wants to Replace Rockets With Giant Cannons — And It Might Actually Work.
Longshot Space is developing a miles-long potato launcher to shoot payloads into space, potentially introducing a more affordable, efficient and frequent transportation option for the evolving space economy.
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These ChatGPT Prompts Will Fast-Track Your Job Search
Used correctly, ChatGPT could help you land your dream job — but used incorrectly, it can cost you the offer. Here’s how you can make ChatGPT your secret weapon for research help, resume writing, interview prep and more.
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25 Top Financial Services Companies
From investment bankers to insurance agencies, the financial services sector comprises a diverse mix of companies that move money, manage risk and grow wealth.
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20 Largest Investment Firms to Know
These global firms manage trillions in assets for individuals, corporations and institutional investors. From mutual funds to managed portfolios, these firms are navigating markets and growing wealth for their clients.
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Anti-AI Explained: Why Resistance to Artificial Intelligence Is Growing
As AI tools become more advanced, a growing chorus of critics is raising alarms about job loss, misinformation and other societal risks. Learn what’s fueling the anti-AI movement.
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How to Write a Professional Development Plan in 6 Easy Steps
Your dream job won’t fall into your lap, but a professional development plan can bring it within reach. Learn how to turn fuzzy ambitions into concrete goals with a step-by-step roadmap for building skills, gaining experience and advancing your career.