Tag: Class of 2020
COVID-19 and the Class of 2020: Good news / Bad news
“Higher Salaries / Fewer Jobs”
College grads’ salaries rise, even in the face of a global pandemic
Tech majors like Petroleum engineering, Computer programming, etc.) were the highest paid
Internships were key for Class of 2020 new hires
Class of 2020 Interns Saw High Rate of Job Offers
College summer 2020 internships going virtual due to COVID-19 pandemic
Employer changes to summer 2020 internship programs include: 35% are reducing length of internship by delaying start date; 29% are moving interns to virtual program; 20% are moving events online such as end of program presentations; and 15% are reducing the number of interns
Earning power: Impact of having a Master’s degree on your starting salary
What impact does having a graduate degree have on your starting salary?
Class of 2020: Starting salary projections for top-earning degree holders
Of the top earning degrees, Engineering Majors have the largest change in their average starting salary projections
The most important attributes employers are looking for in new hires
In addition to problem solving skills and being able to work as part of a team, employers also want to see evidence of a strong work ethic, analytical/quantitative skills, written communication skills, leadership, and verbal communication skills.
Class of 2020 college grads looking at a robust job market
Note that employers are looking for college grads that meet certain criteria
