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Trump Administration Launches Initiative to Boost Gen Z Federal Workforce

3/30/2026

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The Trump administration is initiating a program to attract Gen Z workers to the federal government, targeting an increase from the current 7% representation of employees under 30.
This initiative follows over 280,000 layoffs in the previous year, prompting a need for workforce revitalization.
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is partnering with the White House to create an "Early Career Talent Network" for young professionals in fields like finance and engineering.
OPM Director Scott Kupor highlighted the need for a robust early-career talent pipeline to improve government efficiency.
Recruitment will involve outreach to college campuses.

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Story summary

The Trump administration is initiating a program to attract Gen Z workers to the federal government, targeting an increase from the current 7% representation of employees under 30.
This initiative follows over 280,000 layoffs in the previous year, prompting a need for workforce revitalization.
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is partnering with the White House to create an "Early Career Talent Network" for young professionals in fields like finance and engineering.
OPM Director Scott Kupor highlighted the need for a robust early-career talent pipeline to improve government efficiency.
Recruitment will involve outreach to college campuses.