Career Readiness
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Essential Skills for Student Success in 2026 Careers
As of June 2026, 329 bills across 39 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico are being tracked, all related to youth workforce development and career readiness.
Gen Z's AI & Soft Skills Gap Challenges Career Readiness by 2026
Despite 95% of undergraduates using artificial intelligence in some capacity, hiring for workers aged 25 and younger plummeted by over 45% compared to 2019, according to Finance & Commerce .
The Entry-Level Lie: Why College Graduates Are Unprepared for a Job Market That Demands Too Much
The growing gap between entry-level job requirements and the readiness of college graduates is not a failure of individual ambition, but a deep, systemic fissure in our professional pipeline demanding urgent reform.
What Are Career-Ready Ecosystems? A University Guide
Only 22% of students feel their school helped them find a career path. Learn how universities are building comprehensive "career-ready ecosystems" to change that.
South Texas College Launches Professional Headshot Booth for Student Career Readiness
South Texas College has launched a professional headshot booth to improve student career readiness. This new resource provides high-quality headshots, equipping participants with assets for digital professional branding and boosting confidence in the job market.