Marketing jobs can be competitive, and internships even more so. As recent graduates struggle to take the first step in their careers, here’s why jobs in marketing are becoming increasingly demanding.
Marketing And Advertising Internships Are On The Decline – AdWeek
Many marketing and advertising careers begin with internships, but opportunities in the field are steadily shrinking. Recent reports show a year-over-year decline in U.S. internships since 2022, with the typical summer surge also losing strength. See why analysts are pointing to layoffs, consolidation, and the rise of AI as the key factors for this shift.
Why Summer Internships Were So Hard To Find This Year – Fast Company
Applying for internships and fellowships has always been challenging, but this year’s cycle is proving especially difficult. With fewer entry-level jobs and an oversaturated market, students and recent graduates are struggling to secure opportunities. Read more on the perspectives of these four students to capture their thoughts on navigating this tough application season.
AI-Driven Layoffs Are Shrinking The Job Market For Recent Grads – Fortune
Many Fortune 500 companies are embracing AI to boost efficiency, often resulting in workforce reductions and fewer hiring opportunities. Reports suggest that in the first seven months of 2025, over 10,000 U.S. job cuts were directly tied to generative AI, placing it among the top five causes of layoffs this year. See why entry-level roles are being hit hardest.
For Some Recent Graduates, the A.I. Job Apocalypse May Already Be Here – New York Times
Millions of new college graduates will soon enter industries that increasingly undervalue their skills and replace entry-level roles with AI. Conversations with economists, executives, and young job seekers reveal a growing crisis for early-career workers driven by rapid advances in automation. Here’s more on why unemployment rates for new graduates have been climbing.
