Bloomberg Businessweek US Sees Spike in Youth Joblessness
Sep 8, 2025
Dan Shapero, the COO of LinkedIn, dives into the troubling rise of youth unemployment, which hit 10.5% recently. He discusses how young workers struggle to find entry-level jobs and the implications this has for the overall labor market. With new college graduates facing tighter job prospects, Shapero emphasizes the importance of AI skills in boosting employability. The conversation also sheds light on the evolving workforce landscape and the growing demand for both technical and traditional skills amid rapid technological changes.
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Uneven Slowdown Affecting Entry-Level Hiring
- The labor market is slowing unevenly with pockets of strength and weakness across sectors and roles.
- Entry-level hiring has cooled, making first jobs more competitive for new graduates.
Show AI Fluency To Boost Employability
- Become fluent with AI tools and show employers you can apply them in daily work to stand out as a candidate.
- Use AI to draft work, research unfamiliar topics, and demonstrate value during early career roles.
Spike In Youth Unemployment Signals Wider Risk
- Youth unemployment rose sharply to 10.5%, signaling stress among younger, lower-experience workers.
- Difficulty filling low-wage, entry-level jobs can foreshadow broader labor-market weakness.