Washington —
It remains difficult for Americans to find a new job, especially among people in their 20s. Even internships for college students have become harder to secure these days.
Over the past year and a half, employers across most industries have slammed the brakes on hiring as workers stay put in their jobs, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, resulting in a US labor market with unusually slow churn.
Unemployment among Americans ages 20 through 24 reached a four-year high of 9.2% late last year (though it has declined since.) Meanwhile, internship