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2008
Jobs Forecast - Spring 2008
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Linked Articles:
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College Hiring Projections Remain Positive
NACEWeb
Despite the positive outlook, the current negative economic climate has had an effect on the hiring prospects of new college graduates.
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Job Outlook 2008 Spring Update: Hiring Outlook Remains Positive, but Down from Fall Projections
JobWeb.com
“The drop off in hiring is being driven by the same factors that are affecting the overall economy: the slumping housing and financial markets.” |
Employment Trend: Intern First, Then Full-Time Hire
NACEWeb
The emphasis on hiring from intern programs is growing. |
Unemployment Rate Rises After 80,000 Jobs Cut
By Michael M. Grynbaum, The New York Times
“The economy shed 80,000 jobs in March, the third consecutive month of rising unemployment, presenting a stark sign that the country may already be in a recession.” |
Global Manpower Employment Outlook Survey Indicates Softer Job Prospects Ahead for U.S., China, Italy, Norway and Spain
Manpower, Inc.
“Employers will be taking a step back in hiring in the second quarter in many of the world's largest economies.” |
Mostly Sunny 2008 Hiring Forecast for Accounting, Finance Professionals
By Dona DeZube, Monster Finance Careers Expert
“Despite the gloomy headlines, the outlook for hiring in finance and accounting should be strong for 2008.” |
2008 Hiring Outlook
By John Rossheim, FastWeb.com
"2008 will be the year of the quant." |
Survey Hints at Drop in Hiring
By Gina Ruiz, Workforce Management
“Manpower’s quarterly report reveals that 9 percent of the 14,000 U.S. companies surveyed expect reductions in staff levels between April and June.” |
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