These College Seniors Locked In Job Offers. Here’s How They Did It.

First, the bad news: College seniors are facing tough competition for jobs after graduation. College seniors who’ve locked in jobs after graduation say they did so by going above and beyond, tapping unexpected connections, industries and tactics to secure their roles. Companies are expecting to hire about 2% fewer graduating seniors this year, according to a survey of more than 250 employers by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.