Facebook Launches Updated Job Listings in the US

Facebook Launches Updated Job Listings in the US

Facebook is taking another shot at job listings, rolling out an updated version of its in-app job search tools aimed at helping young adults discover local, entry-level positions.

Facebook Jobs Are Back

Job listings are being reintroduced under the “Marketplace” tab, where users can now browse and apply for roles directly within the app.

According to Facebook:

“Finding a job should be easy and accessible. Whether you’re looking for your first job or a part-time gig, our new job tool helps you search and apply for the kind of work you want. Listings are available in Marketplace, and also appear in Groups and Pages. You can filter by category, distance, and job type.”

Multiple Ways to Post and Discover Jobs

Users and businesses alike can list job openings either through personal profiles—for example, hiring a local landscaper—or via their Facebook Pages. Listings can also be created using Meta Business Suite.

“If you’re an employer, you can post a job through Marketplace, your Page, or Meta Business Suite.”

With Facebook still being the most-used social platform globally, this gives job seekers and small businesses another space to connect—especially at the local level.

A Second Chance at Job Listings?

This isn’t Facebook’s first attempt at jobs. The platform introduced job postings in 2016 and expanded globally, even adding features like on-profile resumes. For a while, it seemed like Facebook might challenge LinkedIn in the hiring space.

However, by 2022, the company had largely scrapped the feature. Engagement was low, and more critically, Facebook came under fire for algorithmic bias—its systems were reportedly showing different job ads to men and women for roles with similar qualifications, raising serious concerns around fairness and discrimination.

Faced with regulatory pressure and a lack of traction, Meta pulled back.

What’s Different This Time?

The renewed effort appears to be driven by improved AI capabilities. Meta believes its advanced algorithms—and its vast troves of user data—can now more accurately match people with relevant roles.

In fact, Facebook’s research from 2016 suggested it could use user data to help guide people toward ideal career paths. That same logic seems to be behind this relaunch, with a focus on connecting users—especially young adults—with relevant local opportunities.

Whether this updated version of Facebook Jobs gains traction remains to be seen. But with the right balance of reach, targeting, and ethical oversight, Meta could offer a valuable new tool for small businesses and job seekers alike.