Where The Jobs Are In 2026—And How To Actually Land One

The first Wednesday in January has long been the busiest job-search day of the year. AI is reshaping work at record speed amid layoffs and burnout and a tough economy. Experts predict the surge will be greater heading into 2026. If you’re planning a job search, you must look in the right place. I spoke with labor-market analysts, recruiters and workforce leaders about where the jobs are in 2026. The message is consistent: opportunity hasn’t disappeared, but the rules of engagement have changed.

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