06/04/2026
Here's what the Class of 2026 is actually feeling right now. 👀
According to our ICIMS Insights May Workforce Report, openings are up. Applications are down. And the entry-level candidates preparing to enter the workforce are navigating uncertainty.
🎓78% believe AI is reshaping entry-level roles.
🎓54% think employers now expect mid-level experience for entry-level jobs.
🎓Only 19% say they feel "very confident" about their careers.
🎓48% still cite not hearing back after applying as their biggest frustration.
College Recruiter breaks down what's actually going on in the entry-level job market and why the Class of 2026 still feels pressure.
Read the full piece: https://www.collegerecruiter.com/blog/2026/05/20/contrary-to-conventional-wisdom-the-entry-level-job-market-is-not-falling