PASAY CITY, Philippines (Mar 2026) — The hunt for a job in the Philippines is changing fast, and if you haven’t brushed up on your tech skills, you might be falling behind. During the recent “Trabaho at Negosyo” event at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall, Jobstreet by SEEK revealed a striking reality: 72% of employers now consider AI knowledge a “critical hiring factor.”
Partnering with Go Negosyo, the online job platform is pushing for a massive digital transformation of the local workforce. With 40% of current jobs already influenced by AI and 82% of employers looking to upskill their teams, the message to Pinoys is clear—reskilling is no longer just an option.
Adapting to an AI-ready world
The skills gap is widening as we head toward 2030, a year by which experts expect 40% of all workplace skills to change. To help Filipinos keep up, Jobstreet by SEEK is rolling out a suite of free digital tools designed to make the job hunt “smarter” rather than just harder.
“Upskilling is how we stay competitive in an AI-influenced market,” says Joey Yusingco, Jobstreet by SEEK Philippines Marketing Head. “Whether you are looking for a job or looking for talent, we have built tools to make the process simpler and more accessible.”
Free help for job seekers and small businesses
The event wasn’t just about high-level talks; it featured practical help for those on the ground. A “Resume Clinic” offered free profile optimization and introduced the SEEK Pass—a digital employment passport that helps candidates verify their credentials instantly to stand out to recruiters.
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) weren’t left out, either. Small business owners received live demonstrations on digital hiring and real-time salary benchmarks. Through the “Talent Attraction Lab,” Jobstreet shared data on what Filipino candidates actually value today, pointing to work-life balance and career growth as top priorities over traditional corporate perks.
A shared mission for growth
The collaboration between Jobstreet and Go Negosyo aims to position MSMEs as the primary drivers of high-value jobs in the country. By bridging the gap between what employers need and what the workforce can offer, the partnership hopes to ensure that both entrepreneurs and job seekers can thrive in a modern, tech-driven economy.
For those looking to level up their career or find the right talent, the platform’s AI-powered matching and market insights are now available at jobstreet.com.ph.
