Employers from Pskov told what criteria they use to select young specialists

12:46, April 25, 2024, PAI

Employers from Pskov told us what criteria they use to select young specialists. The PAI was informed about this by SuperJob.

Among the key criteria for selecting young specialists, the candidate’s personal competencies are in first place (63%). Having a minimum work experience is important for 45% of recruiters. 38% of recruiters pay attention to the level and quality of education. Knowledge of the specifics of the company’s activities is important for only 14% of recruiters.

Among additional selection criteria, the level of software proficiency most often taken into account (57%). Internship experience is important for 28% of HR managers, academic performance at a university or college is important for 20%, and knowledge of a foreign language is important for 7%.

The most sought-after personal competency among young professionals was organization (59%). In second place are achievement motivation and development orientation (46% each). The ability to work in a team was noted by 32% of recruiters, and the presence of leadership qualities – 8%.