A recent special report on the Economist highlights the trend of high unemployment amount the youth. It’s especially high in Spain with about 40% of youth there being unemployed.
Of course, this is not a good thing. If things keep going this way, it’s possible that the society as a whole will suffer. It will cause imbalance in the society which will only harm it in the long term.
That’s why it’s important to take steps to avoid this situation. While what the government does is beyond our control, at least we can do something about it for ourselves.
Let’s see some things you can do if you are in such a situation.
First of all, you should choose your major in the university carefully. Don’t pick something just because it’s cool or because your friends take it. Instead, you should think about the employment prospect as well. Is it a promising field? How is the trend going for it? Is it in danger of being outsourced? You should consider all these questions when thinking about choosing a major.
In addition, you should also make sure that you build your network while you are in the university. Don’t just attend classes and get your degree. The university offers much more opportunities than that. One of the most important things you can get in the university is a strong network of friends. So make sure that you build a strong network while you are there. Try to expand your relationships beyond what you’re normally comfortable with. Your effort will pay off years later when you are in the job market.
In short, while trend is worrying, you can definitely do something about it. It’s not something to be afraid of if you have already prepared yourself properly.