Average of 66 People Apply for Each Retail Job.

The video discusses the challenges young people face in finding jobs, particularly in the retail and service sectors. It highlights research showing high competition for jobs, with many applications receiving no response. The Joseph Rowntree Foundation's study reveals that most jobs offer low pay and few full-time opportunities. The video emphasizes the importance of applying quickly to job postings and the support provided by colleges, despite the uphill battle students face. It concludes by illustrating the difficulties under 25s encounter in starting their careers.

What does the research indicate about the availability of full-time jobs for young people?

In what ways do young people need to adapt their job application strategies due to the high volume of applicants?