What an Employer Wants
Employers say they are impressed by job candidates who have excellent communication skills, good grooming habits, and relevant work experience. Employers say they want trustworthy new hires who can move right in, get along with their co-workers, and get the job done without having to be babied at each step.
- Communication skills (verbal and written)
- Honesty/integrity
- Teamwork skills (works well with others)
- Interpersonal skills (relates well to others)
- Motivation/initiative
- Strong work ethic
- Analytical skills
- Flexibility/adaptability
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
Employers Rate the Importance of Experience
Relevant work experience ..................................... 4.0Internship experience ............................................ 3.9
Any work experience ............................................. 3.6
Co-op experience .................................................. 3.2
(5-point scale: 5=Extremely important; 1=Not
important)