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Class of 2025 Faces Tough Job Market Amid AI Threats

6/8/2025

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The college class of 2025 is stepping into a daunting job market, grappling with a 5.8% unemployment rate for recent graduates. As artificial intelligence threatens to replace many entry-level white-collar jobs, hands-on roles stand resilient. Experts emphasize that while tasks may transform, the demand for new skills will be crucial for navigating this shifting landscape.

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The college class of 2025 is stepping into a daunting job market, grappling with a 5.8% unemployment rate for recent graduates. As artificial intelligence threatens to replace many entry-level white-collar jobs, hands-on roles stand resilient. Experts emphasize that while tasks may transform, the demand for new skills will be crucial for navigating this shifting landscape.