Companies plan to raise new-grad hiring as students pivot toward AI skills
Companies plan to raise new-grad hiring as students pivot toward AI skills
Publish Date: 2026-05-12 04:31:00
Source Domain: wjla.com
- Entry-level job market is struggling, with U.S. hiring at a 5-year low due to AI advancements and a preference for experienced professionals.
- New college graduates face high competition, high unemployment rates, and many are under-employed, working in positions that don’t leverage their degrees.
- Nearly half of college students have considered changing their major due to concerns about AI’s impact on future job opportunities.
- AI-related skills and literacy are increasingly valued by employers, who seek graduates proficient in human-centric skills like critical thinking and ethical reasoning.
- Despite the current challenges, there are signs of a potential turnaround in the job market with employers planning to increase new-graduate hires by 5.6% this spring, and a 6% increase over last year.
- A significant portion of employers are planning to hire more entry-level workers compared to the previous year, suggesting a gradual improvement in hiring trends.
