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Key takeaway
Northeastern University surveyed 8,174 people who make hiring decisions. About half said AI has changed how they hire. Among them, 26% are hiring fewer entry-level candidates and only 7% are hiring more. AI now reviews résumés for 54% of hiring decision-makers, and 83% in tech. Employers still value degrees, but the first job now expects more on day one. Colleges that track where every graduate lands will see the shift in their own data first.
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