Find job opportunities with companies that share your values on LinkedIn

As the world of work continues to transform, so are people’s expectations when it comes to prioritizing what’s most important in their careers. Values are a key factor for professionals looking to make a career move today — whether that’s a new job, pivoting into a new industry or considering a role within their organization. Almost 90% of people in the U.S. say working for a company committed to the values they believe in is important and 71% say this is true even in an uncertain economy.*  

Not surprisingly, organizations that emphasize their values are better suited to attract interested candidates and also motivate their employees, especially when it comes to younger generations inspired by purpose-driven work: 85% of Gen Z professionals in the U.S. who work for a company with shared values say they frequently go above and beyond in their job. And on LinkedIn, we’ve seen a more than 154% increase in entry-level jobs globally including values-related terms from 2020-2022. 

That’s why today, we’re excited to introduce new tools to help job seekers match with opportunities based on what they value in their careers, and the Top Companies that are hiring and offering growth opportunities. 

Find roles at companies committed to values with a new job search filter

We’re rolling out a new job search filter so you can easily search for open roles based on an organization’s commitment to values such as work-life balance, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), career growth and learning, social impact and environmental sustainability. To begin, simply go to the LinkedIn Jobs tab to start a job search, then click on ‘All filters’ where you’ll see a dedicated ‘Commitments’ section and select specific values types to narrow down your search.  

Hirers can add and demonstrate proof of their commitments on their LinkedIn Page, which will surface in their job postings and automatically show up in your search results. Tens of thousands of companies globally have already added their commitments and we’re just getting started.

You can also learn about a company’s commitments on their LinkedIn Page and signal your interest in working there when you see an ‘I’m interested’ button in the ‘About’ tab. This will spotlight your LinkedIn Profile with hirers using LinkedIn’s Recruiter tool, helping you further stand out.

Create a job search strategy with values at the forefront

(1) Explore today’s Top Companies offering career growth and learning opportunities: Based on LinkedIn’s unique data that examines career paths of millions of professionals globally, we’re releasing the 2023 Top Companies list in 36 regions that feature organizations that offer career growth and learning opportunities, equity in the workplace and strong company culture. New LinkedIn research reveals that people who work for companies aligned to their values feel more motivated, proud of the work they do and stay at their company longer, and many of this year’s Top Companies are committed to building equitable cultures that give back. Check out their LinkedIn Page to stay up to date on open jobs and learn more about what it’s like to work there.

(2) Chart your career path with free LinkedIn Learning courses: We’re offering free LinkedIn Learning courses until June 9, including: 

• Aligning Your Values with Work, Life and Everything In Between with Christina Vo
• Using Personal Authenticity to Drive Career Success with Alicia Reece
• Build a Career for Positive Social Impact with Nick Martin
• Finding a Job at Companies That Embrace Diversity and Inclusion with Chris Taylor
• Green Jobs for Sustainable Careers with Fulya Kocak Gin 
• The Employee’s Guide to Sustainability with Elizabeth Bagley
• Humane Productivity: Burnout Proof Your Performance with Rahaf Harfoush
• A Guide to Setting Boundaries in the Modern Workplace with Hannah Wachter
• How to Create a Life of Meaning and Purpose with Maxie McCoy

(3) Follow influential voices on LinkedIn for more advice: Learn from experts like Stephanie Nuesi, who shares tips for how young career starters can assess whether their values align with a potential employer’s, and Kahlil Green, a self-proclaimed “Gen Z Historian'' who shares how companies can appeal to young candidates through workplace inclusion strategies. And don’t miss LinkedIn career expert Catherine Fisher’s newsletter, Career Companion, which outlines easy steps to lead with values throughout the application and interview process. 

We’ve been inspired by the many stories from people navigating their careers using values as their compass to match with the right job, like Anna Tomka who used LinkedIn to find a job that better aligned with her values and passion for sustainability and Morgan Young who told us, “I’ve made a ‘deal’ with myself that wherever I work, it has to be a place where I can be authentically myself. I seek out workplaces that not only accept me for who I am, but embrace my differences as what’s valuable.” 

To learn more about how investing in your values as an organization can help you attract the right candidates and inspire your employees to do their best work, read this article by Jennifer Shappley, VP Global Talent Acquisition at LinkedIn.

As always, we wish you all the best in your job search. We are rooting for you!

*According to a February 2023 survey of 1,500 U.S. professionals and hiring managers conducted by Censuswide on behalf of LinkedIn