Abstract: Systems and methods for linking and communications between employers and employees are described. In an aspect there is a system and method for setting up an interview with an employee through a web-based interface is described. Employee information is stored in a database that can be searched by employees who have registered to use the system. A web-based search engine provides search results to the employer based upon the specific criteria inputted by the employer. The employer is provided with virtual tokens through an account maintained by the system that are used as payment to the system if an employer contacts an employee for an interview. The employer requests an interview with the employee by sending a request for interview through a communication system. The employer accepts the request and is provided with the employee's contact information so that an interview may be initiated. After an interview, the employer provides an offer to hire to the employee through a communication system.