The number of people attending college has
increased over the years, making the job market
increasingly competitive (Bureau of Labor Statistics,
2013; Crosby & Moncarz, 2006). In addition, the
cost of attending college continues to rise; therefore,
students, parents, and institutions of higher education
need to consider how prepared students are for
employment (Schneider & Settersten, 2013).
One major obstacle that graduates encounter
is lack of real-world work experience, which is a
vital component; many positions require several