Thousands of jobs expected for skilled, educated

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Young people had an abysmal employment rate last year, and many are struggling to compete for jobs with older, out-of-work residents with more experience and education. But many unemployed Ohioans are not qualified to fill positions in those growth fields, and young graduates with proper training will have a competitive advantage.

“The world of employment is getting more specialized, and it’s a knowledge economy,” said Jane Dockery, associate director at Wright State University’s Center for Urban and Public Affairs. “Everything is becoming more technical.”

Dockery was the co-author of the new study that analyzes education, economic and U.S. Department of Labor statistics. Her study looked at universities producing graduates in 17 counties across southwest Ohio, including Wright State, the University of Dayton, Miami University and The Ohio State University.

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