Class of 2010 Learning Lessons of Recession Job Search

Even in a good economy, graduating from college is a cause for both elation and anxiety -- elation for achieving that adult life milestone of earning a degree, anxiety about finding that first job. And while the economy is showing slightly more signs of life than it did at this time last year, the fact is that the class of 2010 is joining a labor market already crowded with 15.3 million unemployed job seekers.

MonsterCollege's graduation outlook survey shows that this year's graduates have had time to absorb the realities of the current economy and are approaching the postcollege job search with measured expectations. For example, many plan to live with their parents after graduation and are expecting lower starting salaries than previous years' graduates. But they're also tackling the job search with vigor -- using social media, networking, volunteer work and other opportunities to gain an edge.

If you're graduating this year, how are you tackling the job market? Leave a comment below, and check out these articles to help navigate your job search:

·   Turn Postgraduation Panic into Action

·   Recession Job Search Tips for New Graduates

·   Interview Prep for New Grads

·   Prove Your Resume Claims with a Career Performance Portfolio

·   How New Graduates Can Use Part-Time Work to Gain Valuable Job Skills

 

Past grads, any advice for the class of 2010? Comments welcome below.

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