The survey was conducted online with 1,201 English-speaking Canadians aged 15 to 34 randomly selected from yconic’s proprietary online research panel. The survey was completed from February 19-29, 2016. Our credibility interval based on a non-probability sample is +/-2.8%, 19 times out of 20. Data was collected and weighted according to census data to ensure gender and regional representation of Canadians. Totals may not add up to 100 due to rounding.

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HOW ARE CANADIAN YOUNG ADULTSWINNING THE GAME OF JOB SEARCH?

In February 2016 we surveyed 1,201young adults aged 15 - 34 about their

employment status and opinions.

Resources used for help

66% Online job boards (workopolis, job bank, etc.)

60% Personal networks (friends, friends of parents)

60% Company web site

31% Social Media

What advantages do you feel you have over others also looking for a job

78% Right attitude

53% Right education/training/accreditation

50% Language proficiency

15% Good network

When making a decision about where towork, what factors are important to you

71% Compensation - salary/hourly wage

69% Interesting, challenging work

66% Ability to build resume/work experience

19% Corporate social responsibility

Most popular industries forfuture employment

33% Education/Teaching

29% Healthcare/Medicine

22% Entertainment/Media

20% Non-Profit

Online JobBoards66%

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RightAttitude78%

Compensationsalary/hourly wage71%

EducationTeaching33%

JOBSEARCH GAME

CARDS

56% of youth surveyed stated lack of experienceas the main barrier to employment

BEST CARRERLEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

74%Paid internship

61%Mentorship