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Graduates Face 5.8% Unemployment, Turn to Gig Jobs

7/20/2025

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Recent college graduates, such as Solomon Jones from New Jersey, are grappling with a daunting 5.8% unemployment rate in their age group. Despite their hard-earned degrees, many find themselves in a fierce job market. To combat this, they are turning to gig jobs, internships, and skill-building courses to boost their chances of landing a job.

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Story summary

Recent college graduates, such as Solomon Jones from New Jersey, are grappling with a daunting 5.8% unemployment rate in their age group. Despite their hard-earned degrees, many find themselves in a fierce job market. To combat this, they are turning to gig jobs, internships, and skill-building courses to boost their chances of landing a job.