Foreign job seeker interest in U.S. jobs has decreased by 29% over the past year, dropping from 2.4% to 1.7% by March 2025.
The decline is attributed to global tightening of immigration policies and cooling of the U.S. labor market, which could impact sectors reliant on immigrant labor.
Nearly 20% of U.S. workers are foreign-born as of March 2025, up from 16.7% in June 2020, highlighting the significant role immigrants play in the workforce.
Experts warn that the decline in foreign job seeker interest could lead to labor shortages, inflation, and economic impacts, especially in industries like construction, healthcare, and technology.