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Princeton Ph.D. struggles to find work after 2,300 job applications

A recent Princeton Ph.D. graduate has applied to over 2,300 jobs without securing employment, highlighting a significant freeze in the labor market that is disproportionately affecting highly educated individuals. This situation points to a broader economic challenge where even advanced degrees are not guaranteeing job placement. AI

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Princeton Ph.D. struggles to find work after 2,300 job applications

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · ErikJonker ·

    Incredible story..."A Princeton Ph.D. Applied to 2,300 Jobs. He Still Can’t Get One. There’s a deep freeze paralyzing the labor market—and it’s hitting college-

    Incredible story..."A Princeton Ph.D. Applied to 2,300 Jobs. He Still Can’t Get One. There’s a deep freeze paralyzing the labor market—and it’s hitting college-educated workers hard" https://www. wsj.com/lifestyle/careers/labo r-market-freeze-phd-graduate-f8e17d7c # ai # princeto…