Graduates Reset Ambitions in Pursuit of First Jobs
The New York Times • • business
Key Points:
- Sadie Parker, a 22-year-old soon-to-be graduate from UC Santa Barbara, is anxious about finding a job amid concerns over federal spending cuts and AI impacting entry-level positions.
- Originally interested in joining the Foreign Service, she expanded her job search to include consulting and other industries to increase her chances of employment.
- Despite dedicating significant effort to applications, including a detailed cover letter for a role at KPMG advising California's state government, she faced rejection.
