Key Takeaways Researchers found that the quality and timing of a graduate’s first job explain most of the earnings gap ...

A Columbia University study reveals your first job significantly impacts long-term earnings, especially for low-income ...

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Most of us, at some point, get our first job. It might be bagging groceries at Trader Joe’s, an unpaid internship or temp work right out of college. First jobs can create a range of emotions. Looking ...

Most of the 4 million students who are graduating from college in the U.S. this year will face a challenging labor market as they search for their first jobs. On the bright side, 32% of all the job ...

Experts weigh in on how to use LinkedIn to find your first job, from building your profile to adding keywords to building a network. The ultimate guide to using Handshake to land a job or internship ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I'm bridging the gap between college and the workplace for Gen Z. With winter break over and the end of the school year ...

Your first job out of college should be valued as more than a paycheck. It can be the foundation for a career, that is, if you prioritize growth and learning. Your first job is the perfect place to ...