AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 minutes agoLabor Market Watch: Forecasters expect the Labor Department to show the U.S. added about 65,000 jobs last month after a July drop, but hiring still looks weak and pay gains are modest—plus a worker shortage is being blamed on immigration crackdowns and retirements. Federal Hiring Tech: The federal government is rolling out AI tools for interviews for some Tech Force roles, with human oversight guidance from OPM. CBP Careers: U.S. Customs and Border Protection is scheduling September virtual recruitment events for attorneys, veterans and spouses, and agents/officers, with application guidance and possible incentive pay. Virginia Jobs Outlook: A new Virginia forecast warns of job losses this year tied to uncertainty and reliance on government and AI spending. Workforce Pipelines: Walmart’s $1.3B automated fulfillment center in Carnesville, GA, is set to create 1,000 jobs, while Indiana’s INCAP apprenticeship pathway is placing paid high schoolers with employers. Early-Career Skills: LinkedIn research finds Gen Z professionals feel disconnected and lack confidence and guidance for networking, even though internal connections strongly boost hiring odds.
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