NYT: It’s Not in Your Head: The Job Market Is Tough
Peter Coy's latest opinion piece in The New York Times highlights the harsh reality facing the college class of 2024: a tough job market. According to a report by the Burning Glass Institute, 52% of recent graduates are underemployed, working in jobs that don't require their degrees. Five years out, 88% of these individuals remain in roles far below their qualifications. Despite the challenges, certain majors like computer science and engineering are still in demand. Coy suggests that graduates should focus on developing a mix of technical and people skills to stand out in a competitive job market.
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