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Teen summer jobs hit lowest point since 1948 amid hiring slowdown

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Teen summer employment in the U.S. is projected to reach its lowest point since 1948, with experts citing inflation and cautious hiring practices as major contributing factors. Many young people, like 17-year-old Jaelyn Chester, are struggling to find any work, facing increased competition for fewer entry-level positions. This trend marks a significant decline from previous generations' experiences, where summer jobs were more readily available. AI

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Teen summer jobs hit lowest point since 1948 amid hiring slowdown

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Matt Sedensky, The Associated Press ·

    Teen summer employment is headed for its worst year since 1948

    Challenger, Gray &#038; Christmas projects record-low teen hiring this summer as inflation, cautious employers, and AI squeeze out entry-level jobs.

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