Why landing your first tech job is way harder than you expected

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May 27, 2025, 4:05 AM

• •Hiring of new grads by the 15 largest tech companies has plummeted over 50% since 2019.
• •Tech roles are spreading across all industries.
• •Companies increasingly want AI skills.

The tech industry is experiencing a pullback in entry-level hiring, with a significant drop in new grad hires since 2019. This is due to the rise of AI which is eliminating traditional entry-level positions. However, the tech industry is not shrinking as tech roles are spreading across various industries. Companies are increasingly prioritizing AI skills in new hires, signaling a shift in the job market.

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