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College students are lining up at 4:30 a.m. and sprinting for a shot at a job

College students are lining up at 4:30 a.m. for career fairs, racing to recruiters' booths. "Thank god I'm employed," one TikToker wrote.

College students are arriving at career fairs with a sense of urgency, lining up at 4:30 a.m. to secure job opportunities before recruiters. The Society of Women Engineers conference in Boston, known for its packed crowds, is drawing record numbers of young professionals looking to break into the job market. After waiting in line for hours, some students are taking home offers, while others are left feeling discouraged by the competitive environment.

Despite the challenges, these career fairs provide a valuable opportunity for students to showcase their skills and make connections in their chosen fields.

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