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Gen Z Faces Tough Job Market Despite STEM Optimism

6/20/2025

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Gen Z tech workers encounter a tough job market, with entry-level hiring in Big Tech dropping over 50% since before the pandemic.
Recent computer science graduates face a 6.1% unemployment rate, exceeding the overall rate of 5.8%.
Over 30% of young job seekers report being ghosted, labeling their job search as "poor."
Despite challenges, optimism persists, especially among those succeeding in STEM fields like engineering.
Career experts recommend utilizing networks and customizing résumés to enhance job opportunities.

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Story summary

Gen Z tech workers encounter a tough job market, with entry-level hiring in Big Tech dropping over 50% since before the pandemic.
Recent computer science graduates face a 6.1% unemployment rate, exceeding the overall rate of 5.8%.
Over 30% of young job seekers report being ghosted, labeling their job search as "poor."
Despite challenges, optimism persists, especially among those succeeding in STEM fields like engineering.
Career experts recommend utilizing networks and customizing résumés to enhance job opportunities.