WSJ: Half of College Grads Are Working Jobs That Don’t Use Their Degrees

A new study by the Burning Glass Institute and Strada Education Foundation reveals that nearly half of recent college graduates are underemployed, working in jobs that do not require a degree. Tracking over 10 million career paths from the past decade, the study highlights the long-term effects of underemployment on earnings and career progression. It emphasizes the importance of a graduate’s first job and the significant role internships play in securing college-level employment. Despite the value of a degree, many graduates remain in roles that underutilize their skills, fueling the debate over the rising costs of higher education.

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