His ice formation research was cited by the Nobel Committee in 2024; Princeton PhD graduate Jack Weiss applied for 2,300 jobs but is still struggling to find stable work
Princeton University PhD graduate Jack Weiss has struggled to find stable employment despite an outstanding academic record and research recognised by the Nobel Committee. After submitting more than 2,300 job applications, he secured temporary work training AI systems, but his contract was terminated. Now living with his parents in Utah, Weiss is considering law school and developing an AI-powered weed-removal drone. His experience highlights the challenges highly qualified graduates face amid subdued hiring and limited job opportunities.
