Gifts for new grads looking for a job
New grads are about to learn that "entry level" means five to eight years of experience, that "we will be in touch" is a closing line, and that a nine round interview process is normal now. A funny gift is the best warning label you can give.
These picks work for December grads, last spring's grads still searching, and anyone starting their first real job hunt.
Welcome to the job market
#1Ugly Job Market Sweatshirt
Their first ugly sweater party as a job seeker deserves an ugly sweater about the job market.
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#2Entry Level (8 Years Required) Tee
Entry level, 8 years required, PhD preferred. Every new grad has read this job post.
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#3The Rejection Starter Pack
Literally a starter pack: a tee, a mug and a laptop sticker for the first semester of applying.
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#4Under Review Since 2019 Tee
Your application status, frozen at 99%. Funny now, relatable by spring.
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For the first apartment desk
#5The Home Office of Despair
A desk mat tracker, a bingo poster and a notebook. Everything a home office needs except an offer letter.
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#7Per My Last Application Mug
They will be writing "per my last email" in no time. Might as well start now.
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Make it a gift and a pep talk
Pair a funny pick with something practical: a resume review from someone in their field, an introduction to a contact, or an offer to do a mock interview. The laugh opens the door and the help is what they remember.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good gift for a new grad looking for a job?
Something that makes the search feel less lonely: a funny job market shirt, a desk setup for applications, or a starter pack gift set. Add a note offering help, like a resume read or an introduction.
Are these good graduation gifts too?
Yes. The humor is about entering the job market, so they work for December graduations, spring graduations and anyone starting their first search.
When should I order to get it before Christmas?
For delivery by Christmas, order by Thursday, December 10 for US addresses and by Monday, November 30 for Canada, the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Everything is printed on demand, so earlier is always safer.
Do you have a Black Friday sale?
Yes. From Tuesday, November 24 through Cyber Monday, everything is 20% off with code SEVERANCE.