What is Gen Z Looking for In A Job?

It is well known that college students have graduated into an unprecedented hiring environment. Enticed by offers of unlimited PTO and remote work, Gen Z seems to be encountering never before seen benefits as employers scramble to fill open positions.

Entreprenuer.com has created a list of what they found to the most desired job traits by Gen Z. Their research found the top items included:

  • Job purpose
  • A healthy flexible environment
  • A sense of community

Compared to their Baby Boomer parents, Gen Z seems less willing to sacrifice time for money. Avoiding burnout and valuing their mental health has become more of a focus as younger generations begin to shift their priorities. Understanding the needs of Gen Z should be of great importance for recruiters and hiring authorities as they are quickly becoming the largest portion of the workforce.

Click here to view the full list and original article by Arden Yum.

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