People spend all summer thinking about getting a new job, spending time with their family and enjoying a summer vacation. Then when the kids are off to school, summers over and the days are shorter, that really seems to get people going. But by the time mid-October rolls around you’ve got Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years. That’s when business picks up again, new year, new job, etc. But for now, I am busier than an accountant during tax season.
Here’s some additional research:
Post-summer job market activity: Many companies ramp up their hiring after the slower summer months. During summer, vacations and slower business cycles can delay hiring, so fall becomes a prime time for new job openings.
End of seasonal work: People in temporary or seasonal positions (such as summer internships, lifeguarding, or tourism jobs) might find themselves needing full-time work once the summer ends.
New graduates: Recent graduates from college or vocational programs, who finished in late spring or summer, often begin their job search in earnest during the fall.
Year-end goals: Employers are often working to meet year-end objectives or planning for the next fiscal year, which may result in increased hiring to fill key roles before budgets close.
Back-to-school transitions: Parents, particularly those who may have taken time off or worked reduced hours during the summer to care for their children, might look for more regular employment once their kids return to school.
Preparation for holiday season: Some industries, especially retail and logistics, start hiring ahead of the holiday season. This leads to an increase in job postings during the fall.
Psychological “new start” mindset: Fall is associated with fresh beginnings, much like the “back to school” mentality, which can inspire people to seek out new opportunities and make career changes.