Entry-level corporate jobs are becoming less accessible to new graduates, with a notable drop in job postings and internships transitioning into fewer permanent roles. Many employers now expect entry-level candidates to possess skills previously taught through on-the-job training. The rise of artificial intelligence is further contributing to this trend by automating junior tasks, which incentivizes companies to cut early-career hiring. Experts caution that while this may result in cost savings, it risks undermining the future leadership capabilities of these organizations.
"For many new graduates, the first rung of the corporate ladder is getting harder to reach. Entry-level roles, typically defined as positions requiring no more than one year of prior full-time experience and providing on-the-job training, are becoming increasingly rare in many white-collar industries."
"Job postings are down, internships are converting to fewer permanent roles, and some employers now expect 'entry-level' hires to arrive with skills once taught in-house."
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