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The average hourly wage for bachelor’s-level interns increased to $23.35 in 2025, but when adjusted for inflation, the average wage has actually gone down by 3.4% since 2016. buff.ly/xsun4WT

Chart showing what employers say about augmenting entry-level jobs with AI

While our research found that entry-level positions are not under threat from AI in the near-term, many employers have embraced the technology to do ‘grunt work,’ allowing entry-level staff the opportunity to do more meaningful work. buff.ly/7PE5B1d

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We are kicking things off with an article from Philip Wilkerson III, which explores how volunteering can be a way to engage with colleagues and contribute to shared goals while also growing professional skills. buff.ly/FHszMoB

April is National Volunteer Month, and throughout the rest of the month, we will be sharing stories from our members about their volunteer experiences and the role it played in shaping their careers and personal lives.

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Among students who participated in the CUNY Career Launch internship program and completed both pre- and post-experience NACE Competency Assessment Tool screening, there was a clear increase in their ability to demonstrate skills. buff.ly/JGggFz1

Graphic highlighting how students improved their skills after involvement in internship program

By using the NACE Competency Assessment Tool to measure skills before and after internships, the Queens College Experiential Education Office can quantify the gains interns made by participating in the CUNY Career Launch program. buff.ly/9nhxMDQ

Average hourly wage for bachelor's-level interns since 2016

Although the average hourly wage for interns increased compared to last year, due to inflation, interns have less spending power now compared to 2016, according to our 2026 Guide to Compensation for Interns & Co-ops. buff.ly/cyuxL6N

Tips for student success in an AI-powered workforce

As employers continue to experiment with AI certain repetitive tasks, college grads that have an adaptable and a flexible skillset are most likely to find success in the workplace moving forward. buff.ly/Qx8Ui3z

Chart showing year over year shifts to signing bonuses

Despite an overall expectation of hiring remaining flat for the college Class of 2026, more than half of respondents to our Job Outlook 2026 survey still expect to entice qualified grads by offering a signing bonus. buff.ly/g9VW5Lg

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Insperity’s talent acquisition group has recently moved toward a skills-based hiring approach to ensure a wider candidate pool for all open positions. buff.ly/c61WgRe

How employers plan to distribute signing bonuses

More than half of Job Outlook 2026 survey respondents expect to offer signing bonuses to college Class of 2026 hires as a way to better attract top talent. buff.ly/dSH5vdq

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The Sophomore Career Accelerator at Muhlenberg College is designed to guide sophomores through the process of declaring a major, investigating internship opportunities, and exploring career paths. buff.ly/PTIHS0R

Graphic with information from article on how Insperity approaches skills-based hiring

In recent years, Insperity began incorporating our Career Readiness Competencies into their internship program as they continue to focus more on skills when hiring. buff.ly/xLlyvyy

Prior to entering the workforce, career staff should explain to students about the pay gap and provide networking/mentorship opportunities for them to engage with professionals and prepare for the hiring process.

For employers, including salary information with all job postings will ensure equal pay for equal work and not asking for salary history during the hiring process will prevent the possibility of exasperating prior pay discrepancies.

Graphic showing tips for narrowing the gender wage gap

Fortunately, there are simple steps that both employers and colleges can take to eventually eliminate this pay gap:

According to respondents to our Student Survey, this discrepancy begins at graduation, with women who graduate college earning, on average, about 83% of what men do. Our research also shows that men receive more job offers and are more likely to find a job related to their degree.

Equal Pay Day reflects the pay disparity between men and women by being held on the day that women must work until to earn what men earn on January 1. This year, today is that day, as women working full-time earn only 81% of what a man working the same job does, according to research done by AAUW .

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The two-day Sophomore Career Accelerator at Muhlenberg College features employer visits, hands-on skill-development with alumni, and networking opportunities. buff.ly/L2U4Fd3

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When considering equally qualified candidates, employers said having an internship either within their organization or in their industry were the key deciding factors, according to respondents to our Job Outlook 2026 survey. buff.ly/42q8der

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This summer, University of Oklahoma incorporated NACE Competency Assessment Tool testing into the school’s freshmen orientation program to introduce students to professional skill development prior to their first semester. buff.ly/LxHtE7n

Chart showing percentage of employers who value different experiential learning opportunities

When considering equally qualified candidates, employers said having an internship either within their organization or in their industry were the key deciding factors, according to respondents to our Job Outlook 2026 survey. buff.ly/uyVecjK

Tips to ensure positive employer campus visits

Located in rural North Carolina, Elizabeth City State University focuses on building strong relationships with employers through positive campus visits to encourage employers to regularly schedule recruiting visits. buff.ly/53Gkn4Q

Tips to remember when setting intern salaries

To keep intern salaries competitive, employers should conduct regular audits to ensure pay keeps pace with external market influences and be transparent about their process. buff.ly/gOQz4mr

Graph showing how students can demonstrate skills during hiring process

Employers who responded to our Job Outlook 2026 survey said students can prepare for a skills-based hiring process by translating their coursework and extracurricular activities into a skills-focused language. buff.ly/plnvmpB

Graphic showing average master's salaries by discipline

According to our Winter 2026 Salary Survey, Class of 2026 master’s grad in computer sciences are expected to earn the highest starting salary among their class. buff.ly/I0VeYCc

Graphic showing preferred experiential learning types

When considering equally qualified candidates, employers said having an internship either within their organization or in their industry were the key deciding factors, according to respondents to our Job Outlook 2026 survey. buff.ly/42q8der

Details of Kiewit Corporation's interviewer training

After shifting its focus toward skills rather than just academics, Kiewit Corporation placed more emphasis interviews and launched a comprehensive training program for those who conduct interviews. buff.ly/54JzZlL

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After interviewing 24 current and former career services leaders for his podcast, Dylan Houle of Santa Clara University found that three distinct leadership styles emerged and that the goals of the career center typically aligned with the preferred style. buff.ly/2Mb7UZw

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To highlight the value accurately measuring professional skill development to campus partners, University of Oklahoma career staff recently got approval to launch a pilot in fall 2026 focused on the skill growth of student employees. buff.ly/csVPC21