Controversy Project
In 2024, the number of college graduates in China is expected to reach 11.79 million, an increase of 210,000 from last year. In the face of such an unprecedented wave of graduates, the pressure on the job market has also increased. In this context, many colleges and universities across the country have issued initiatives, calling on graduates to actively find employment, not just focus on further education, civil service examinations or examination establishments.
In an open letter in February this year, the Career and Entrepreneurship Guidance Center of Zhejiang Sci-Tech University mentioned that graduates should objectively analyze the current employment situation, reasonably locate their personal employment goals, and rationally adjust their employment expectations. They encourage students to establish the concept of "employment first and then choose a career" and make a scientific career plan. At the same time, they also reminded students to adhere to the "two-legged walk" and take the initiative to take the "first step" in job hunting, not just to go on to higher education, take the civil service examination or take the examination establishment.
Behind this open letter, some characteristics and trends of the current employment situation of college graduates in China are reflected. First of all, as the number of graduates increases, so does the job market. Secondly, many graduates often have some unrealistic expectations when looking for jobs, such as high salaries, good positions, etc., which also makes it more difficult for them to find a job. Thirdly, today's graduates tend to pay more attention to personal development space and career prospects when looking for jobs, rather than just job stability.
In this case, colleges and universities call on graduates to actively find employment, not just focus on further studies, civil service examinations or examination establishments, in fact, they hope that they can look at the job market more broadly and respond to employment challenges more flexibly. For example, they can take into account the employment of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), which, despite their small size, tend to have more room for growth and opportunities for innovation. They can also consider grassroots employment, such as applying for grassroots service projects such as "Special Post Teachers", "Three Branches and One Support", and "Western Plan", which can not only help them accumulate work experience, but also lay a good foundation for their future career development.
In addition, for those graduates who are interested in a military career, it is also a good choice to make a career in the army. In the army, they can not only exercise their will and physical fitness, but also learn a lot of practical skills and knowledge. More importantly, the army is a special melting pot that allows them to hone their will and character in a strict discipline and a difficult environment, which is undoubtedly very beneficial to their future life development.
In the current job market, in addition to traditional employment paths, entrepreneurship has gradually become a new choice for graduates. With the strong support and encouragement of innovation and entrepreneurship, more and more college graduates have begun to consider realizing their career dreams through entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurship can not only help them realize their personal value, but also create more employment opportunities for the society and promote economic development.
In addition, with the increase in the degree of internationalization, more and more graduates have begun to look to the international market, seeking overseas employment or study abroad opportunities. By working and studying in different cultural backgrounds, they can broaden their horizons, enhance their international competitiveness, and lay a solid foundation for future career development.
At the same time, with the development of the Internet and new **, online employment has also become a new trend. Many graduates have found remote jobs that suit them through online platforms, not only achieving flexible employment, but also being able to make full use of their professional skills and realize their personal value.
In general, in the face of the current severe employment situation, graduates need to have a correct concept of employment, not only have lofty ideals, but also have a down-to-earth attitude. They should actively broaden employment channels, flexibly respond to employment challenges, and constantly improve their comprehensive quality and professional ability. Only in this way can they stand out in the fierce competition, realize their career dreams, make their youth more brilliant, and make their lives more sublimated.