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The Lasting Cost of Graduating Into a Tough Job Market

NYT Business Friday 05 June 2026, 09:02 UTC By Sydney Ember, Nour Idriss and Stephanie Swart 1 min read
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new video loaded: The Lasting Cost of Graduating Into a Tough Job Market The Lasting Cost of Graduating Into a Tough Job Market Sydney Ember, a Times business reporter, has been speaking with recent college graduates struggling to find work. She explains how starting a career in a weak job market can leave lasting scars on wages and opportunities. By Sydney Ember, Nour Idriss and Stephanie Swart June 5, 2026 Watch Today’s Videos Advertisement

new video loaded: The Lasting Cost of Graduating Into a Tough Job Market The Lasting Cost of Graduating Into a Tough Job Market Sydney Ember, a Times business reporter, has been speaking with recent college graduates struggling to find work. She explains how starting a career in a weak job market can leave lasting scars on wages and opportunities.By Sydney Ember, Nour Idriss and Stephanie Swart June 5, 2026 Watch Today’s Videos Advertisement
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