教育｜新卒採用面接 解禁とその実態 / Education | The Opening of New Graduate Recruitment Interviews and the Reality Behind It

Summary

The job hunting season for university students expected to graduate next spring officially opened on June 1, with the acceptance rate exceeding 70%, marking the highest level on record.

However, in reality, many companies began their selection processes before this date, rendering the government’s established rules ineffective. This situation is influenced by a strong desire for hiring driven by labor shortages, creating a “seller’s market” for students.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Log: Hey Chako, did you know that job hunting has officially started today? It seems like the acceptance rates are really impressive too.
Chako: Really? That’s surprising! But why are companies starting their selection process so early?
Log: It’s because of the labor shortage. Companies are getting proactive in securing talented students.
Navi: The labor shortage affects the supply and demand balance in the job market, which is why companies are conducting their hiring activities earlier.
Chako: I see! But that must be tough for students. It can be really stressful when the selection processes come up all of a sudden!

Admin’s Note

This article accurately captures the current state of new graduate hiring. I was particularly impressed by the analysis of why companies are starting their selection processes earlier and the rising acceptance rates. While it’s good news for students that it’s a seller’s market, the earlier timing of selections can often leave them unprepared. Given the current situation where government regulations have become somewhat ineffective, it may be necessary to reevaluate the scheduling of job hunting activities.