Key Takeaways Researchers found that the quality and timing of a graduate’s first job explain most of the earnings gap between low- and high-income students five years after college.Lower-income ...

Recent college graduates are aggressively hunting for their first job, but they are facing one significant problem: the labor market is deteriorating. Economic research from the Federal Reserve Bank ...

After I graduated from college, it took me months to find a job. I accepted the first job offer I got, and it wasn't the right role for me. Quitting was difficult, but it brought me to my dream career ...

Your first job after college graduation may have an even bigger impact on your future earnings than the degree itself, according to a recent study from Columbia University's Community College Research ...

You can secure a better job offer by staying calm and confident during the conversation. Landing your first full-time role is exciting, but once the offer comes in, it’s easy to go from proud to ...

There’s no doubt that it’s hard out there for a lot of people in the workforce. Many companies are reducing hiring and laying people off. The most recent data from ADP showed a 32,000 dip in private ...

A teen’s first job is an early lesson in responsibility, financial literacy, and independence. You should welcome the opportunity. These experiences matter. Teens who work part-time often build ...

Peter Gratton, Ph.D., is a New Orleans-based editor and professor with over 20 years of experience in investing, risk management, and public policy. Peter began covering markets at Multex (Reuters) ...