Unstable employment while you're young can set you up for a wage gap later in life
As they kick off their careers, young people often have to navigate a maze of short-term and casual jobs.
As they kick off their careers, young people often have to navigate a maze of short-term and casual jobs.
Economics & Business
Apr 22, 2024
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A new research study has found that women, and younger workers, are among those most likely to be affected by underemployment, either working below their potential or preference in terms of hours spent in work, the wages ...
Social Sciences
Jan 4, 2024
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Employees looking for a hike in salary have lost their bargaining power because of a rise in underemployment, according to a new paper by University of Stirling economists.
Social Sciences
Apr 16, 2018
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Having underemployed workers can lead to two outcomes that benefit an organization—creativity and commitment to the organization—according to a new study by management experts at Rice University, Chinese University of ...
Social Sciences
Sep 20, 2016
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Having a degree or other qualifications is no protection against under-employment in Britain, new research shows.
Social Sciences
Sep 4, 2013
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Getting a job is a major concern for young Australians. Last year's National Survey of Young Australians showed a large rise in the proportion of young people valuing getting a job, from 16% in 2010 to 22.7% in 2011. The ...
Social Sciences
Feb 25, 2013
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Underemployment has remained persistently high in the aftermath of the Great Recession with workers younger than 30 especially feeling the pinch, according to new research from the Carsey Institute at the University of New ...
Economics & Business
Nov 13, 2012
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While unemployment has been a frequent topic of discussion during the recession, underemployment and its effects have not, even though the number of underemployed workers has also increased. A study published online last ...
Social Sciences
Mar 8, 2011
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