Employment

The US labor market strengthened significantly in August, adding 162,000 non-farm jobs, well above economists' forecasts. The unemployment rate remained steady at 4.1%.

Idan Hershko, a student and graduate of Unit 81, decided to combine his work as a Wolt courier with his search for his first high-tech role by sticking QR codes with his resume onto delivery bags destined for tech company offices.

Eden creates ceramics and Anna sews tablecloths and pillows. At the Akim vocational and employment center in Afula, small and repetitive actions gradually turn into skill, confidence, and independence. Now the products that they and hundreds of other participants with disabilities create by hand are sold on the "Akimarket" website - and all proceeds go to them alone.

Those planning to work temporarily during the election period will benefit from a special tax arrangement: how much will be withheld, who is exempt, and why tax coordination is not required.

When one job opening receives hundreds of applications, methods must change. Yehonatan Alfasi from Ti-Space shares strategies to help candidates reach decision-makers directly.

The cost of living, life expectancy, and pension gaps are driving many Israelis to remain in the labor market beyond age 65. Analysis of Hilan's data reveals significant gender gaps favoring men, strong loyalty to existing employers, and distinct sectoral trends for older workers.

Cooperation between "HaMishkam" and the IDF is changing the lives of workers with disabilities: "I stop and look at the soldiers, and I get emotional. After everything I went through, I didn't believe it."

According to the Central Bureau of Statistics, 42% of teaching graduates from the state-religious sector in 2025 were absorbed into secular schools. This trend has become a primary method for addressing the teacher shortage.

The Equal Rights Commission for Persons with Disabilities at the Ministry of Justice has published data on the compliance of major public bodies and large government-owned companies with the adequate representation target — and the continuous increase is clear.

A large-scale study by Nomura Holdings indicates that AI creates more jobs than it eliminates. Despite concerns, the number of new positions generated in the early stages of the AI revolution exceeds the number of jobs lost.

Former soccer player Omri Kanada, currently starring in Channel 13's "Power Couple," responded to social media footage showing him working as a delivery driver. He opened up about his reality: "I have a home, a wife, and two daughters to support. I am also recovering from a heart attack, so I cannot work just any job."

You don't have to choose between health and contribution. Because ultimately, loss of work capacity is not a loss of value. And a person who is unable to work full-time is not necessarily a person who is unable to contribute.

The Central Elections Committee announced on Monday the opening of registration for polling station secretaries and data entry clerks for the 26th Knesset elections. Applications are being accepted until 5:00 PM on Friday, August 14, 2026. The salary for election day is 3,000 shekels gross, subject to an 18% special tax.

A wave of layoffs has hit the Israeli high-tech sector, affecting over 10,000 employees this year. Experts provide essential advice on how to manage stock options to avoid tax pitfalls and financial losses.

A wildlife zoo in Luohe, China, is hiring employees to dress up as bears and interact with visitors. The role requires no experience and offers a unique opportunity for those looking for a non-traditional job.

Border Police detectives arrested seven illegal aliens employed and housed by a restaurant owner in Kafr Manda. The employer has been arrested, and the Northern District Commander has signed administrative closure orders for the establishment.

Rehabilitating Israel's North requires more than just infrastructure repairs; it demands investment in human capital. The 'Zafon Tech' project offers training in high-demand fields to strengthen the region.

Starting August 3, a large-scale recruitment drive will begin for tens of thousands of workers for various roles ahead of the elections. The salary for polling station secretaries will range from 2,700 to 3,000 shekels, subject to meeting threshold conditions.

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