How the Job Market Fell Into a Deep Freeze

Despite low unemployment, job seekers say they are struggling to find work. Meanwhile, employers say they can’t find the right people to fill open roles. WSJ’s Lindsay Ellis set out to understand what is driving the disconnect. She spoke to job seekers across all 50 states, including a Princeton graduate with a PhD in chemical engineering. He applied for 2000 jobs over the past two years, but still hasn’t found work. Ryan Knutson hosts. Further Listening: - Why Companies Are Paying You to Quit - Robot Workers Are Here. Human Workers Are Fighting Back. Sign up for WSJ’s free What’s News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices