Even Stanford and MIT grads are struggling to find jobs, and that’s only half the story
A viral post by Silicon Valley founder Xiaoyin Qu has sparked a sharp conversation about the state of tech hiring. Even Stanford and MIT CS graduates are struggling to land jobs as big tech slashes junior intake and AI reshapes hiring priorities. But a select few young candidates are thriving — by shipping real products, winning hackathons, and building audiences online. Qu's message to students is clear: the degree alone won't save you anymore.
A viral post by Silicon Valley founder Xiaoyin Qu has sparked a sharp conversation about the state of tech hiring. Even Stanford and MIT CS graduates are struggling to land jobs as big tech slashes junior intake and AI reshapes hiring priorities. But a select few young candidates are thriving — by shipping real products, winning hackathons, and building audiences online. Qu's message to students is clear: the degree alone won't save you anymore. What's Your Reaction?
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