A recent analysis shows that in July 2025, 13.4% of unemployed Americans were new labor force entrants, the highest share since 1988, highlighting the strain on the job market for newcomers. Despite the overall U.S. Employment rate holding at around 4.2%, this spike among job-seekers entering the workforce signals a deepening challenge for those without prior experience.
This sharp entry-level squeeze suggests that the traditional college premium —the idea that earning a degree nearly guarantees an employment advantage —is under growing pressure in today's economic climate. As hiring slows and employers become more cautious, even well-educated newcomers find their path into the labor market blocked by low turnover and a freeze on entry-level roles.
Article: Gen Z Grads Are Entering The Toughest Job Market In Decades by Allwork.Space News Team
Link: https://allwork.space/2025/08/gen-z-grads-are-entering-the-toughest-job-market-in-decades/
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I have also noticed some turmoil for job seekers in regards to international students, they are mostly needing to look at home as most entry level jobs will not help with immigration policies. This is not a great sign as there is a lot of skilled graduates seeking to become citizens & enter to workforce being unable to do so due to low labor demand & uncertainty.
This is the same topic that my post was about, and I'm sure we both picked it for the same reason. This is concerning news, especially as college students preparing to graduate and start our careers. Hopefully everything straightens up soon!
I have struggled with this issue. I have found that many 'entry level' positions in industries that i am interested in still require experience in the field. Given the uncertainty surrounding monetary, and fiscal policy many employers seem to be holding their breath.
This is a good point. More young people ( even around our age ) are struggling to find jobs can affect the whole economy. If Gen Z graduates can’t get work, they have less money to spend on things like apartments, cars, or even going out. That means businesses make less money, and the government collects less in taxes, which can slow the economy down even more.
This is a very interesting and important topic, especially with the advancement of AI and the threats it poses in replacing human employment. Thus, this issue feels more like a structural problem rather than a temporary dip. As a senior, this is very concerning to me especially since I have noticed when looking for a job, companies are demanding experience, creating a trap of not getting a job without experience and not getting experience without a job. College is very important and expensive, so it is disheartening and frustrating to see this happening.
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