Job Openings Unchanged at 6.9 Million in February

Washington, DC, March 31, 2026-The number of job openings was little changed at 6.9 million in February, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. 

Over the month, hires decreased to 4.8 million, and total separations changed little at 5.0 million. Within separations, quits (3.0 million) were little changed while layoffs and discharges (1.7 million) were unchanged.