OpenAI Unveils AI-Powered Jobs Platform to Rival LinkedIn
An AI company revealed plans for a hiring platform designed to connect businesses with workers, a move that could challenge LinkedIn. The new product, called the Jobs Platform, is expected to launch by mid-2026. According to a spokesperson, the service aims to match employers and employees more effectively using advanced AI tools.
Fidji Simo, CEO of Applications, said in a blog post that the company will “use AI to help find the perfect matches between what companies need and what workers can offer.” She also noted that the platform will include a track for small businesses and local governments to access top AI talent.
At a dinner with reporters, CEO Sam Altman mentioned that Simo would oversee several applications beyond the chatbot. These projects could include the Jobs Platform as well as potential future offerings like a browser and a social media app.
Competition With LinkedIn
The Jobs Platform could put the company into direct competition with LinkedIn, which was co-founded by Reid Hoffman, an early investor. LinkedIn is owned by Microsoft, the largest financial backer of the AI company. Over the last year, LinkedIn has rolled out new AI features to help connect candidates with businesses, signaling that both platforms are preparing for a head-to-head rivalry.
In addition, the company announced plans to expand its OpenAI Academy. Through this online program, people will soon be able to earn certifications demonstrating their “AI fluency.” A spokesperson confirmed that a pilot program for certifications will begin in late 2025.
Addressing Workforce Shifts
Concerns remain about how AI could disrupt the workforce. Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, predicted that AI might eliminate up to 50% of entry-level white-collar jobs by 2030. Simo acknowledged these risks in her blog post. She wrote that while disruption cannot be avoided, the company can help workers by boosting AI literacy and connecting them with employers who need their skills.
The firm is collaborating with Walmart on its certification program, with the goal of certifying 10 million Americans by 2030. Leaders also emphasized that these initiatives align with the White House’s effort to expand AI literacy nationwide. Altman and other tech executives are scheduled to meet with President Donald Trump at the White House to discuss AI policy.
