Abstract
In this paper we examine the diverse search methods used by college graduate youth in Taiwan to determine the relative effectiveness of obtaining employment. By estimating equations for the probability of gaining new employment, the probability of receiving offers, and the probability of accepting offers received, we find that unemployed job seekers are more effective in their searches. They gain more new employment, receive more offers, and accept more offers. The differences in search choices between these two groups helps to explain some of these outcomes. These findings not only support the validity of search unemployment but also indicate that it is worthwhile for a college graduate to invest in a full-time job search as it is more effective for gaining new employment. © 1995.