Why College Grads Face the Toughest Job Market in Years - What You Need to Know

The Challenging Landscape for New Graduates

For college graduates in the class of 2026, landing that first job out of school may take longer than usual.

Employers Scaling Back Hiring Plans

Employers have scaled back their hiring plans for the upcoming batch of graduates as economic growth slows and the labor market falters, according to a report published this month by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.

Hiring Levels Expected to Be Flat

Hiring levels for new graduates are expected to be "flat" for the first time since 2021, when the country was still in the midst of the COVID pandemic, the report said.