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Gen Z Faces Record Unemployment: 60% Jobless After Graduation

7/19/2025

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Story summary

Nearly 60% of recent Gen Z graduates are unemployed, a stark contrast to previous generations.
Only 12% found full-time jobs by graduation, compared to 40% in earlier cohorts.
Job seekers often endure long searches, with 20% spending 10-12 months without interviews.
The hiring process has become more challenging due to AI screenings and unconventional assessments.
Globally, 4.3 million young people are classified as NEETs, indicating a systemic job placement issue.

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Story summary

Nearly 60% of recent Gen Z graduates are unemployed, a stark contrast to previous generations.
Only 12% found full-time jobs by graduation, compared to 40% in earlier cohorts.
Job seekers often endure long searches, with 20% spending 10-12 months without interviews.
The hiring process has become more challenging due to AI screenings and unconventional assessments.
Globally, 4.3 million young people are classified as NEETs, indicating a systemic job placement issue.