How to Show Unemployed Status on LinkedIn

Quick summary

This demo walks you through how to display unemployed or open-to-work status on LinkedIn by updating your headline and adding an Open to Work badge visible to all LinkedIn members.

Steps

1. Click the pencil icon below the banner on your LinkedIn profile page to open the edit panel.
2. Scroll down to the headline field and type 'Open to Work', 'Recent Graduate', or a similar phrase to signal your availability.
3. Click the Save button to apply your updated headline.
4. Confirm your profile now displays that you are open to job opportunities.
5. Click the 'Open to' button below your profile photo and name to add an Open to Work badge.
6. Select 'Finding a new job' from the available options.
7. Fill in all required job preference details in the form.
8. Scroll to the bottom of the dialog and select 'All LinkedIn members' to make the badge publicly visible on your profile.
9. Click Save to confirm and publish your Open to Work badge.