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Insights from Hiring Managers on Entry Level Preparedness
The 2025 New Hire Readiness Report reveals that the majority of hiring managers feel that high school graduates are not prepared to enter the workforce.
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The U.S. Chamber works with stakeholders in business, government, and academia to build and sustain a 21st-century workforce that can compete in the global economy. It begins with a strong K-12 education system that prepares people for good jobs and bright futures. We champion high standards, accountability for the academic achievement of all children, and choices for students and families. We are focused on improving post-secondary education and ensuring what is taught in classrooms and on campuses aligns with industry needs and the jobs of today and tomorrow.
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Latest Content
- The College Board and U.S. Chamber's New Hire Readiness Report 2025 finds that entry-level workers need more than a diploma to be ready for today’s workforce.The U.S. Chamber and the College Board unveiled a new partnership designed to transform high school education and workforce readiness.With 84% of employers saying grads aren’t workforce-ready, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the College Board are launching new AP courses to equip students with business essential knowledge.U.S. Chamber of Commerce and College Board Announce Landmark Partnership; New Business-Backed High School Courses, Credentials, and Skills Launched for Millions of U.S. StudentsBusiness leaders and representatives from state and local chambers of commerce across the country went to Capitol Hill to advocate for expanded access to childcare programs.Business leaders can play a role in shaping education outcomes across the globe. In fact, the United Nations made it a global business imperative.This Key Vote Alert! letter was sent to the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives, supporting H.R. 6655, "A Stronger Workforce for America Act."This Key Vote Alert! letter was sent to the Members of the U.S. House of Representatives, supporting H.R. 6585, the "Bipartisan Workforce Pell Act."This Hill letter was sent to the Members of the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce, on H.R. 6951, the "College Cost Reduction Act."
