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Thousands of Filipinos land jobs last May 1

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<div style="line-height:1"><br/></div><div style="line-height:1"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/174659816256120250506080552_2 COVER PHOTO SM City Bacolod-min.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p style="line-height:1;text-align:center">A large crowd fills SM malls as job applicants explore opportunities at the May 1 Job Fair. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls</em></p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Filipinos are one of the most hardworking individuals – dedicated, committed, works well in a team or individually, resilient, and most importantly, goes the extra mile. Truly world-class service is provided; however, a lot of Filipinos are not able to match up or even find jobs that are fit for their qualification, experience, and skill. </p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Currently, the <a href="https://psa.gov.ph/statistics/labor-force-survey/node/1684066820">unemployment rate</a> in January 2025 was estimated at 4.3% of the country&#x27;s population. To alleviate this national and economic issue, SM Supermalls once again proved its commitment to Filipino workers by hosting one of the largest simultaneous job fair events in the country. Held across 20 SM malls and locations nationwide on May 1, the 2025 Job Fairs created life-changing opportunities for thousands of job seekers.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div style="line-height:1"><strong>Connecting job seekers to employment opportunities</strong></div><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">The Labor Day job fairs drew a significant number of participants, with 14,864 job seekers in attendance and 2,091 successfully hired on the spot. This reaffirms the vital role SM Supermalls plays in national employment efforts.</p><div style="line-height:1"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17465979202208.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p style="line-height:1;text-align:center">A large crowd fills SM malls as job applicants explore opportunities at the May 1 Job Fair. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls</em></p><div style="line-height:1;text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/17465978046579.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/>A large crowd fills SM malls as job applicants explore opportunities at the May 1 Job Fair. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls</em></div><div style="line-height:1;text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="line-height:1"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/174659768783620250506080552_8 SM City Davao.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p style="line-height:1;text-align:center">A large crowd fills SM malls as job applicants explore opportunities at the May 1 Job Fair. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls</em></p><div style="line-height:1;text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="line-height:1"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/174659765505510.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p style="line-height:1;text-align:center">A large crowd fills SM malls as job applicants explore opportunities at the May 1 Job Fair. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls</em></p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">The nationwide SM job fair results in 2,091 on-the-spot hires. Moreover, President Ferdinand &quot;Bongbong&quot; Marcos Jr. along with Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Secretary Kiko Benitez, and Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Ted Herbosa, has also visited the job fair to show support to the Filipinos looking for employment.</p><div style="line-height:1"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/174659756503520250506080552_3.JPG" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p style="line-height:1;text-align:center">President Ferdinand &quot;Bongbong&quot; Marcos Jr. along with Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) Secretary Kiko Benitez, and Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Ted Herbosa posed together with successful applicants. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls</em></p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div style="line-height:1"><strong>Renewal of partnership with Jobstreet by SEEK</strong></div><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">SM also renewed its strategic partnership with Jobstreet by SEEK, one of the leading digital employment platforms in the country. The continued collaboration strengthens both physical and online recruitment channels, helping connect more Filipinos to the jobs they deserve.</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div style="line-height:1"><strong>Stories from the ground: Real lives, real impact</strong></div><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Across the 20 participating SM malls and venues, heartwarming success stories emerged. From first-time job hunters who landed their dream roles to new opportunities, the on-ground atmosphere was electric with hope. </p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">&quot;Mabilis ang process ng Job Fair, at saka lahat andito na. &#x27;Yung mga requirements na kailangan sa paghahanap ng trabaho, nandito na. Malaking bagay po &#x27;yun,&quot; said a hired-on-the-spot room attendant.</p><p style="line-height:1">Partners praised the smooth logistics, heavy foot traffic, and presence of government booths from the Social Security System (SSS), Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth), and Pag-IBIG, making the process smoother for both applicants and recruiters.</p><div style="line-height:1"><br/></div><div style="line-height:1"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/174659749300120250506080552_7.JPG" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p style="line-height:1;text-align:center">Government booths provide on-site support, streamlining the application process for both job searchers and recruiters. <em>Photo source: SM Supermalls</em></p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div style="line-height:1"><strong>More opportunities ahead: May Job Fair series continues</strong></div><div style="line-height:1"><strong> </strong></div><p style="line-height:1">The momentum continues with weekly job fairs lined up across SM Supermalls. Everyone is invited to take their shot at an employment, especially at the SM Group Exclusive Job Fair on May 29 at SM City Dasmariñas. Here is the full May schedule:</p><p style="line-height:1">- May 22 – SM City Lucena</p><p style="line-height:1">- May 29 – SM Group Exclusive Job Fair at SM City Dasmariñas</p><p style="line-height:1">- May 30 – SM City Trece Martires</p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><div style="line-height:1"><strong>SM Supermalls: Driving employment, empowering communities</strong></div><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Through every job fair, SM Supermalls helps strengthen its role as a catalyst for economic empowerment, community development, and sustainable livelihood. </p><div style="line-height:1"> </div><p style="line-height:1">Do not miss your next opportunity—your future starts here.</p><div style="line-height:1"><br/></div>

<p>In a show of unity and purpose this Labor Day, several malls have opened Job Fairs to thousands of job seekers.</p>

In a show of unity and purpose this Labor Day, several malls have opened Job Fairs to thousands of job seekers.

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