Hired! A new grad lands a new job
When Roy Ma graduated from college the competition for jobs was steep, but sheer determination and a focused search eventually worked in his favor.
These days, getting a college degree doesn't guarantee you a job. And with so many new grads vying for a limited number of openings in the worst job market in years, it's tough to stand out in a crowd.
Employers expect to hire 22% fewer new grads this year than they hired last year, according to a new study conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers. That's the first time hiring projections have fallen since 2002, NACE said.
And students approaching graduation are well aware of the obstacles they face. When Roy Ma graduated from college in December, he was apprehensive about his job search.
"I was definitely worried about finding a job," Ma said.
Even though he attempted to get a jump start on his search by going to career fairs, on-campus interviews and information sessions as early as last spring, he had no success...
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