Tech dreams on hold: The entry-level job crisis sweeping America’s young graduates

Thousands of recent American computer science graduates face a daunting labor market reshaped by economic uncertainty, trade turbulence, and the rapid rise of AI. Traditional entry-level tech roles are shrinking, while automation redefines skills and opportunities. Adaptability, continuous learning, and AI fluency are now essential, forcing students to pivot, retrain, and rethink career strategies in an unpredictable workforce.