Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Gen Z Faces Job Challenges, Sparking Debate on H-1B Visas
Gen Z graduates are having a tough time finding jobs.
A recent survey revealed that many struggle to get full-time positions.
Some are taking less ideal jobs, and many haven't had any job interviews in the past year.
This makes some people believe that H-1B visas, which allow foreign workers into the U.S., should be stopped.
However, other people do not agree.
Some think the problem might be how young people are educated.
Some think eliminating H-1B would hurt companies.
A survey indicates about 58% of Gen Z graduates seek full-time jobs, unlike previous generations.
Many recent grads take on odd jobs due to challenges in securing employment.
40% of graduates reported not receiving a job interview since 2024.
65% of Gen Z grads report facing barriers from employers that want experienced candidates.
Some social media users want to eliminate the H-1B visa program due to job scarcity.
- Who
- Gen Z graduates and internet users.
- What
- A survey reveals the challenges Gen Z faces in the job market.
- When
- Survey results were recently released.
- Where
- Data from a survey.
- Why
- To highlight employment challenges faced by Gen Z grads and to analyze the debate around H-1B visas.
Proponents of H-1B Program Elimination
Opponents of H-1B Program Elimination
H-1B Impact
Proponents of H-1B Program Elimination
H-1B visas should be eliminated.
Opponents of H-1B Program Elimination
The H-1B has existed for decades; it doesn't explain the current issues.
Job Market Solutions
Proponents of H-1B Program Elimination
Eliminating H-1B could benefit fresh graduates.
Opponents of H-1B Program Elimination
Eliminating H-1B might force companies to outsource.
Graduate Skills
Proponents of H-1B Program Elimination
Graduates deserve job opportunities over H-1B workers.
Opponents of H-1B Program Elimination
Graduates lack skills and/or are unable to compete.
- Survey Participants
- 1,277 people
- Gen Z Seeking Full-Time Jobs
- ~58%
- Fresh Grads w/Full-Time Jobs
- 12%
- Grads w/No Interviews Since 2024
- 40%
- Gen Z Facing Barriers
- 65%