Recent college graduates are encountering such a tough job market that both their perceived strengths and weaknesses are equally ranked by human resource professionals, according to a new poll from the Society for Human Resource Management.
Thirty percent of respondents say recent college graduates have an advantage because "they are seeking entry-level positions and that is what we are hiring for." However, the same number of respondents admits entry-level positions are not available, which puts recent college graduates at a disadvantage.
Although 34 percent of respondents say recent college grads are more likely to be seen as exceedingly tech savvy—it's generally not enough to find employment.
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