Recent college grads say Trump cuts and AI have made getting a job harder than ever
St. Louis on the Air · St. Louis Public Radio
January 22, 202626m 7s
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Show Notes
In 2025, college graduates faced a job market flooded with many applicants and significantly fewer jobs. Federal funding cuts, rescinded grant opportunities and the rising use of artificial intelligence in the screening process made landing full-time employment challenging. Some graduates say they felt dehumanized and frustrated by the lack of communication from employers. They share their stories in this episode alongside reporter Daniel Wheaton, who recently reported on this topic for the Midwest Newsroom.