Employment
For first time, Israeli Arabs more likely than Jews to work in field of study, 2024 data reveals
A shift was recorded this year in the education-to-employment match index. Some 76.4% of employed Arabs work in the field they studied, compared with 72.5% of Jews.
Tech Talk: Do startup competitions matter for founders? New research says yes, if done correctly
Gvahim: Two decades of helping olim build their careers
Equality requires universal draft, participation in economy and workforce, MK Liberman says
War results in 50% business decline for Israel's self-employed, survey finds
The survey—with 1,236 respondents—sought to assess the financial impact of the Israel-Hamas war on the Israeli workforce.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy reveals company worked behind the scenes to free hostage Sasha Troufanov
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy revealed the company quietly worked to help free employee Sasha Troufanov from Hamas captivity, avoiding public comment to protect his safety.
Are DEI changes coming to Israel? - interview
Israeli CEO Inbal Horesh spoke to The Jerusalem Post about Israel's likely future DEI initiatives.
Why investing in employee well-being is the smartest business decision - opinion
There is a new compact emerging between businesses and their workers, and the most successful companies will be those that embrace it.
Wages in Arab sector increase, but so do pay gaps, says new study
The study “shows the enormous challenges that the Arab sector still faces in the labor market,” Alfanar CEO Hussam Abu Baker said.
What are PhD-level AI super-agents and will they replace human workers? - explainer
AI super-agents could potentially be able to do jobs typically done by humans, meaning AI may be coming for your job - in theory.
In need of energy: Israeli tech giant lays off hundreds of employees
SolarEdge announces two U.S. deals in residential solar systems while laying off 400 employees, half in Israel.
Record numbers of reservists and fewer new jobs: Israel's labor market at war
"The decline in employment among Arabs and haredim is concerning given the well-known challenges these populations face in the labor market," according to a report by the Taub Center.
Israel economy: A rebound in farming could lead to a decrease in food prices
While key sectors show resilience, economists warn of lasting challenges due to poverty and defense spending
Rabbi David Leybel: The haredi rabbi pushing for IDF, workplace integration
Rabbi David Leybel, a graduate of the most prestigious Lithuanian haredi institutions, is leading a quickly growing movement that is revolutionizing ultra-Orthodox society.
