20 companies hiring new graduates

College graduates are facing an uphill battle when it comes to breaking into the workforce, but many employers are ready to welcome them with open arms.

Handshake, a job searching platform for college students, named 120 employers across all industries that have ramped up their virtual recruiting and early talent programs to secure new hires.

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“The pandemic accelerated our plans to expand our virtual recruiting capabilities,” Julie Grzeda, executive director for early career talent at GE, said in a statement. “Companies of all sizes are working to provide more personalized interactions and proactive outreach to share our opportunities with students.”

Despite an increased effort by employers, many new grads are struggling to find their footing in the job market more than a year into the COVID-19 pandemic. Forty-five percent of 2020 graduates are still looking for employment and 71% feel they are overqualified for entry-level roles, according to Monster.

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Young employees have a keen eye on what they’re looking for in their prospective employers: 80% prioritize a company’s reputation when searching for a job, according to Handshake. A third of students and recent alumni want employers to provide clear communication during the job searching process.

Handshake shared the top organizations excelling in attracting young professionals. The awards were given based on student interest, message engagement, brand resonance and virtual event participation.