economy
May 4, 2026
Bogotá starts May with over 5,000 job vacancies and reinforces strategy to boost formal employment in the city
New jobs for Bogotá. More than 5,000 vacancies available. Photo: Courtesy: Secretariat of Economic Development.
TL;DR
- Bogotá offers over 5,000 job vacancies at the beginning of May.
- The initiative is led by the Secretariat of Economic Development to boost formal employment.
- Key components include in-person job fairs (one with 4,000+ opportunities), digital channels, and placement services.
- A job fair on May 7th at Gran Estación will allow direct application and selection processes.
- An additional fair in Engativá and opportunities via the Public Employment Service complement the offer.
- The strategy aims to efficiently connect companies with job seekers.
- Vacancies are available for various educational levels, from basic education to professionals.
- Inclusion criteria target youth (18-28), individuals over 50, women, and people with disabilities.
- Sectors with demand include services, health, construction, commerce, and technology.
- A mobile employment unit will operate in Puente Aranda from May 4th to 9th.
- Job opportunities are also available via the WhatsApp channel 'Empleo en Bogotá'.