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PBS NewsHour

New college graduates face toughest job market in years

Season 2025 Episode 222 | 6m 25s

New college graduates are facing one of the most challenging markets for entry-level jobs in a decade. PBS News asked recent grads about their job searches, and John Yang speaks with Christine Cruzvergara, chief education strategy officer at Handshake, for more on the current state of the job market and advice for first-time job seekers.

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