Job market mayhem: Whether you’re 22 or 52, job searching in 2025 is a total nightmare

The employment landscape in the United States is challenging in 2025. Young graduates struggle to find entry-level positions. Mid-career professionals face layoffs and a shrinking middle management. Older Americans postpone retirement due to financial constraints. Gen Z deals with broken promises. Millennials and Gen X navigate disappearing roles. Boomers work longer than planned.