The Hungarian government is implementing a program to cover 75-100% of student worker wages, aiming to increase youth employment. While the initiative intends to expand job opportunities for students, concerns are rising that funds may be allocated to positions that would have existed regardless of the subsidy. Experts suggest the generous support could be diverting resources from creating genuinely new employment. The program’s effectiveness in stimulating *additional* jobs, rather than simply subsidizing existing ones, is now under scrutiny. The government believes increased student employment will benefit both the economy and young people’s skill development. Critics argue a careful evaluation is needed to ensure efficient use of public funds and avoid unintended consequences within the labor market. The long-term impact of the wage subsidies remains to be seen.