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Graduating in the AI Era Is Like a Large Recession for Starting Pay

What it is

Staffing Industry Analysts report on research showing that college graduates entering the workforce during the AI boom face starting-pay and employment conditions comparable to a major recession. Useful context for salary expectations and negotiation.

Why I recommend it

Read this before you accept a first offer — knowing the market backdrop keeps a low number from feeling personal.

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Added Sep 16, 2026 · 0 opens