OpenAI Unveils AI-Powered Jobs Platform and Certification Program to Reshape U.S. Workforce

OpenAI Unveils AI-Powered Jobs Platform and Certification Program to Reshape U.S. Workforce

OpenAI’s initiative, supported by tech leaders including Sam Altman and Walmart, is seen as a proactive step to help workers adapt to the evolving job market.

📍 Washington D.C., September 6, 2025 — OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has announced a bold initiative to tackle the shifting employment landscape driven by artificial intelligence. At a White House task force meeting on AI and education, OpenAI revealed plans to launch a new AI-powered jobs platform in 2026, alongside an AI certification program set to roll out in the coming months.

🎯 Key Highlights:

• The certification program aims to equip workers with practical AI skills and employer-recognized credentials, with a goal to certify 10 million Americans by 2030.
• Walmart, the largest private employer in the U.S., will offer the training free to its 1.6 million employees.
• The jobs platform will go beyond traditional listings, allowing users to showcase skills and certifications for tailored matching with employers and public institutions.

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The announcement comes amid growing concern over AI’s impact on employment. A recent Stanford study found a 13% drop in job opportunities for early-career workers in AI-exposed sectors like accounting and software development. OpenAI’s initiative, supported by tech leaders including Sam Altman and Walmart, is seen as a proactive step to help workers adapt to the evolving job market.

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