It's common for college graduates to feel a mix of excitement and anxiety about entering "the real world." But for the class of 2010, anxiety is an understatement. These employees-to-be face a job market where 37 percent of 18- to 29-year-olds are unemployed or out of the workforce, according to the Pew Research Center.
Jamie Miles, a recent journalism graduate from Syracuse University, says she certainly feels the burden: "As a college graduate trained to work hard and excel in everything you do, it's difficult to take a step back and realize everyone is struggling to get a job right now." However, even in an economy racked by a recession, these bright minds can take steps to achieve their career aspirations. Here, eight ways graduates can improve their chances, starting right now.
