Job Preparation Research Articles

Lived Experiences and Perceptions of Autistic Young Adults Participating in Employment Readiness Skills Training.

This study aimed to examine the experiences and perceptions of participants engaged in an employment readiness program, Employment Preparation And Skills Support (EPASS), which is a manualized group-based training program designed to improve employment readiness among autistic young adults. A qualitative descriptive design was utilized to generate thick descriptions through semi-structured interviews with 22 transition-age autistic individuals (Mage = 20; 6 females; 16 males). Thematic analysis was employed to understand the experiences and career outcomes of transition-age autistic individuals pre- and post-participation in the EPASS program. Five main themes were identified: (1) More Negative Than Positive Employment-related Experiences; (2) Insight about Training Needs despite Hesitation to Participate; (3) Improved Perception and Confidence of Employment readiness through Experiential Learning; (4) Emerging Career Goals and Plans in Future Application of Knowledge and Skills; and (5) Learning Preference for More Interactive and Practice Experience. Participants reported a better understanding of job preparation skills, work-related social skills and interview etiquette. They also reported that what they learned in EPASS helped them improve their skills and confidence in obtaining and maintaining employment. Overall, participants expressed satisfaction with participating in EPASS and anticipated potential long-term impacts on their employability. This study sheds light on the training needs for transition-age autistic individuals and informs future employment readiness program development. Future studies should focus on collaborating with stakeholders to address training gaps and support needs that foster improved employment outcomes for this population.

A Study on Relations among Grit, Growth Mindset and Job Preparation Behaviors of Generation Z

A Study on Relations among Grit, Growth Mindset and Job Preparation Behaviors of Generation Z

Equal Employment and the Promotion of College Students' Job Preparation Behavior: The Impact of Social Support and Goal Orientation

Equal Employment and the Promotion of College Students' Job Preparation Behavior: The Impact of Social Support and Goal Orientation

재건축사업의 ESG 경영활동을 위한 중요도 및 우선순위 분석

This study attempted to discuss ESG activities for reconstruction projects as an effort for sustainable development of the construction industry. In particular, the purpose of this study is to analyze the importance and priorities of determinants affecting reconstruction ESG management activities in order to enhance the participation of the construction industry in ESG and its effectiveness in the domestic construction industry structure, which is composed mainly of small and medium-sized construction companies. The survey was conducted online with a quantitative survey of a group of experts working at construction companies, and the AHP (Analytic Hierarchy Process) for the analysis of determinants of reconstruction ESG management activities was conducted using the DRESS 1.7 program. As a result of the analysis, social factors were the highest in the relative importance between AHP tier 1 factors, environmental factors, society, and governance, and environmental and governance were sequentially the highest. In addition, as a result of analyzing the relative importance of the determinants of reconstruction ESG, the importance of waste treatment, which is an environmental factor, was the highest, followed by job preparation and safety, which are social factors. On the other hand, ethical management, resident participation, and management strategies were shown to be lower in order among governance factors.

Sustainable vocational education models for industrial revolution role in development of job market absorption in Tangerang City, Indonesia

The study’s objective is to identify the challenges and limitations faced by the current vocational education system in preparing graduates in the era of the industrial revolution in the evolving job market in Tangerang, Indonesia. The study primarily examines vocational high schools and adopts a quantitative and quasi-experimental research approach, using control groups to conduct pre- and posttests. The experimental group experiences demonstrations, whereas the control group receives explanations. Instructors employ a blend of demonstration and explanation techniques to explain equipment operation before allowing students to engage in vocational training. The study, led by students in various engineering fields, evaluates technical competencies, work ethics, and foundational knowledge using tests and observations. Job preparation is assessed using the minimal completeness criteria (MCC), which focuses on the importance of proper knowledge, attitudes, and skills. The results indicate that vocational teachers have the potential to play a pivotal role in introducing cutting-edge, technology-based teaching methods, therefore enabling students to make well-informed decisions about their careers. This research enhances vocational education by incorporating practical skills and attitudes with academic knowledge, effectively addressing the changing requirements of the work market.

Q방법론을 활용한 교육대학원 상담전공 학생의 진학동기 유형분석

The purpose of this study is to use Q methodology to identify the motivation types of students who enter graduate schools of education and participate in counseling-related majors in the 4th Industrial Revolution era and analyze the characteristics of each type. For this purpose, 45 students attending two graduate schools of education in Busan were selected as the P sample, and 33 Q sample statements were composed on a 5-point scale and classified into a normal distribution. The collected data were subjected to factor analysis using PQ Method 2.35. As a result, based on the data of 29 people, they were classified into 5 types. Type 1 was the professional counselor certification acquisition type, Type 2 was the strengthening of student counseling capabilities, Type 3 was the self-satisfaction type, Type 4 was the counselor job preparation type, and Type 5 was the second career preparation type. Based on these research results, further exploration of the motivation for each type of student completing the counseling major at the Graduate School of Education and seek education and support measures based on their characteristics should be considered.

Strategies for Developing Pre-Employment Adaptability from a High-Quality Employment Perspective: An Analysis of College Students' Job Preparation Behaviors

This study surveyed the job preparation behaviors of 210 college students and proposed strategies for job preparation behaviors that college students need to adapt to before entering the workplace. The results indicate that the overall level of students' job preparation behaviors is moderately average (M=3.07). Among the sub-factors of goal achievement behaviors, tool preparation behaviors, and information gathering behaviors, goal achievement behaviors scored the highest (M=3.14). Male students had higher scores in information gathering and tool preparation behaviors than female students; senior students outperformed junior students in information gathering; and students in science and engineering majors scored higher in information gathering and tool preparation behaviors than those in humanities and social sciences. The findings of this study have practical significance for optimizing and improving employment planning education in higher education and provide a foundational reference for research in high-quality employment, employment equality, and industry-education integration.

Job Assistant: Job Preparation and Community Engagement Application with AI

This paper outlines the offerings of our application tailored for job seekers, emphasizing the extensive range of job listings provided alongside an interactive community platform and AI Assistant for personalized guidance and support, streamlining the job preparation journey. The research project delves into the pivotal role of job search websites and underscores the importance of efficient user logins on these platforms. Given the growing significance of job placements in sustaining livelihoods, both job seekers and recruiters increasingly rely on job portals to find the ideal match for their requirements. Moreover, job portals facilitate engagement within communities, fostering connections between individuals and companies. This study aims to shed light on the multifaceted benefits of integrating AI-driven features, interactive platforms, and comprehensive job listings within a single application, ultimately enhancing the job search experience and facilitating meaningful engagement within professional communities. Key Words: Employment, AI Job Assistant, Interview preparation, Job hunting, AI-powered job support, Career development.

Unveiling the duality: Visiting the big questions of public administration education through qualitative insights from Türkiye

Despite the vast literature on public administration education (PAE), there is still a need for a broader perspective and exploration of its general characteristics, focal points, and objectives to create an overarching framework. Stemming from this motivation, this study establishes an investigative point of view that considers both the structural and functional dimensions of existing literature, embracing the big questions of PAE proposed by Denhardt, as a precise foundational base. By conducting a content analysis on 1401 program learning outcomes from 110 universities offering undergraduate public administration programs in Türkiye, the study provides national-scale qualitative evidence for the big questions. The prominent findings indicate that PAE prioritizes equipping graduates with practical skills beyond immediate job preparation in the functional axis, while it appears to overlook the theoretical gains in the structural axis. Findings on competencies make a supportive contribution to the scholarly discourse on PAE, emphasizing the crucial role of managerial and technical competencies for future roles. Remarkably, less visible but insightful final findings regarding values such as ethics, human rights, social justice, equality, and democracy have the potential to be inspiring in clarifying and realizing the PAE’s meta-goal, whose definition and scope are not yet clear.

대졸 청년층의 대학 재학 중 일 경험이 첫 일자리 직무만족도에 미치는 영향

Objectives This study was conducted to verify the effect of in-school work experience on job satisfaction in the first job among college graduates and to explore how the purpose of work experience while in school and the rele-vance of the major affect job satisfaction in the first job.
 Methods To do this, causal forests were applied to the 2020 Graduates Occupational Mobility Survey (GOMS) to examine the average treatment effect of in-school work experience on the job satisfaction of the first employment. Additionally, heterogeneous treatment effects were explored based on personal backgrounds, col-lege factors, job preparation, and characteristics of the first job among college graduates. Furthermore, hier-archical regression analysis was applied to control for variables that were significant in the heterogeneous treat-ment effects and to verify the effects of the purpose of work experience and the relevance of the major on job sat-isfaction in the first job.
 Results First, the average treatment effect of work experience during college had a positive effect on job sat-isfaction in the first job. Second, the heterogeneous treatment effect of college location was significant, with some regions showing a decreasing effect of in-school work experience on job satisfaction in the first job. Third, livelihood type work experience has a negative effect on job satisfaction in the first job. Fourth, the relevance of work experience to the major had a positive effect on job satisfaction in the first job.
 Conclusions Based on the findings, implications and policy implications of the study were discussed.

Self-efficacy in Job Preparation for Undergraduate Psychology Students in Palembang City

In theory, the world of work greatly influences work readiness, one aspect of which is self-confidence, which shapes work readiness through an individual's belief in their abilities and potential. For student success in all types of desired work, work readiness is required using the potential capital and abilities of the students themselves, including Strata-1 (S1) Psychology students. The research sample was 99 Strata-1 (S1) students in the Palembang area. The sampling technique used was non-probability sampling with the snowball sampling method. The measuring instruments used in the research are self-efficacy and work readiness measurements, which are obtained through the adaptation process. The data obtained by researchers was then analyzed using regression analysis and Fisher Z transformation. As a result of the analysis carried out, it was found that there was a positive and significant relationship between self-efficacy and work readiness and there were differences in the relationship between self-efficacy and work readiness in students. The acceptance of the hypothesis in this research shows that student self-efficacy is related to work readiness. The higher the self-efficacy, the better the student's work readiness and conversely, the lower the self-efficacy, the lower the student's work readiness.

생성형 AI와 메타버스를 활용한 하이터치 하이테크

This research delves into the integration of a high-touch high-tech approach for preservice English teachers who developed a hypothetical qualification-based job preparation Metaverse platform within the framework of the ADDIE model. Various generative AI tools were utilized to streamline content creation process for the Metaverse platform, with simultaneous vetting and curation of the content by preservice teachers to ensure its pedagogical relevance and suitability. This Metaverse job preparation platform offers dynamic interactive content for career exploration through MBTI, SWOT analysis, along with virtual simulations to navigate different career trajectories, create resumes, and improve interview skills in English. To validate the effectiveness of the high-touch high-tech program, a non-parametric Wilcoxon rank-sum test was performed: the average post-evaluate scores increased for most variables, with perceived interest (PE, z = -4.141, p < 0.001) and social influence (SI, z = -2.707, p = 0.006) showing statistically significant results. By focusing on the tasks that generative AI can undertake in collaboration with human teachers, this research highlights a five-stage AI-human teacher role model that combines AI capabilities with human expertise. This research offers a glimpse into a high-touch, high-tech educational paradigm, where the fusion of technology and human insight works to enhance learning outcomes.

항공서비스 전공 대학생들의 외모만족이 자아존중감과 취업준비행동에 미치는 영향

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate effects of appearance satisfaction on job preparation behavior through mediating effect of self-esteem.
 Method: This study is an empirical research targeting 285 airline service major students at four colleges. Data were analyed with SPSS 23.0. program. Regression and mediating effect test were used to verify the relationships among variables.
 Results: Appearance satisfaction had positive effects on self-esteem and employment preparation behavior. Self-esteem also had a positive effect on employment preparation behavior. Self-esteem showed a partial mediating effect in the relationship between appearance satisfaction and employment preparation behavior.
 Conclusion: Employment preparation behavior increases more when self-esteem mediates appearance satisfaction and employment preparation behavior than when appearance satisfaction directly affects employment preparation behavior.
 Interdisciplinary Research Implications: Special programs to improve self-esteem should be developed and operated for airline service major students, especially those with low self-esteem and negative perceptions of their appearance. Self-esteem is an important factor that can strengthen employment preparation behavior, and mediated the relationship between appearance satisfaction and employment preparation behavior.

The Role of Ventricular Assist Device Coordinator Nurse in Saudi Arabia

Background: The Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Coordinator Nurse plays a vital role in managing patients with end-stage heart failure requiring mechanical circulatory support. However, limited research exists on the specific responsibilities and contributions of VAD coordinators, particularly in Saudi Arabia. Understanding their roles and impact on patient care and organizational outcomes is crucial for healthcare improvement. Objective: This study examined the role of VAD Coordinator Nurse in Saudi Arabia by describing the role characteristics, including demographic information, qualifications, compensation, job preparation, work setting and responsibilities, scope of practice, contributions to patient care, and organizational outcomes. Methods: A descriptive study was conducted to explore the roles of VAD Coordinator Nurses in Saudi Arabia. A survey instrument developed by Casida (2011) was used to collect data from VAD coordinators working in Saudi Arabian centers offering VAD services. Convenience sampling was employed, and the survey was distributed electronically through the hospital's email system. Descriptive statistics, including percentages and frequencies, were calculated using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). Results: The study involved VAD coordinators with an average age of 36.47 years, predominantly male (60%), and Arab (80%). Most participants held a bachelor’s degree (60%) and had previous experience as staff nurses. Findings revealed that VAD Coordinator Nurses have diverse responsibilities, including patient monitoring, VAD performance evaluation, medical emergency management, and coordination of ancillary tasks. Conclusions: This study highlights the dynamic and multifaceted roles of VAD Coordinator Nurses in Saudi Arabia. They play a crucial role in bridging the technical and clinical aspects of VADs, ensuring optimal patient care, and contributing to positive organizational outcomes. Understanding their demographics, qualifications, responsibilities, and contributions is essential for healthcare policies and job preparation enhancements. Future research should address challenges faced by VAD coordinators and support their professional growth in delivering high-quality care to patients with end-stage heart failure.

전문대학 졸업자의 첫 직장 취업성과에 대한 영향요인 분석

By analyzing the factors affecting employment outcomes of junior college graduates, this research aimed to provide the basic data needed at a university level to enhance employment outcomes of college graduates. Accordingly, the data of junior college graduates were extracted from the 2020 Graduate Occupation Mobility Survey (GOMS) data of the Korea Employment Information Service. Both objective (i.e., employment status, salary) and subjective (i.e., job satisfaction, work satisfaction, work-education level concordance, necessary skills and retained skills concordance) employment outcomes were analyzed in this study.
 First, age, major field, job experience programs, interviews/creating a resume, and employment camp experience had a statistically significant effect on employment status. In terms of wages, gender, age, university location, major field, and job experience programs had a significant impact. Second, regarding job satisfaction, major field, career counseling and support system satisfaction, and major curriculum and content satisfaction had a significant effect. Third, regarding work satisfaction, grades, university location, teaching method and quality satisfaction, and job camp experience showed a significant effect. Finally, regarding work-education level concordance level, grades, major field, overall school satisfaction, and job experience programs had a statistically important effect, and regarding necessary skills-retained skills concordance level, grades, university location, major field, career counseling and support system satisfaction, overall school satisfaction, and job experience programs had a significant impact.
 The findings suggest that the efforts at the institution level should made to develop a career and employment education roadmap and strategies tailored for each field and major, provide diverse voluntary job preparation opportunities, and expand and strengthen major curriculum based on field-centered curriculum.

Examining the Antecedents and Consequences of Public Officials’ Satisfaction with the Flexible Work System

The purpose of this study is to demonstrate the antecedent and consequential factors of satisfaction with the flexible working system. Organizational culture was examined as an antecedent factor, while job satisfaction, work performance, organizational commitment, turnover intention, and quality of life were examined as outcome factors. The data of 2,785 public officials who used the flexible work system in the Korea Institute of Public Administration (2022) data set were analyzed using SPSS 28.0. and PROCESS macro's Model 4. The main research findings are as follows. First, organizational cultures that respect individuality and cooperation, supports management, and aims for work autonomy all positively and significantly affect satisfaction with the flexible working system. When ranking the size of influence by the type of organizational culture, work autonomy, respect for individuality, and a cooperative organizational culture had a positive impact in that order, with work autonomy being the most influential factor. In addition, the public officials' age, job preparation period, self-evaluation of workload, and overtime working hours are significant antecedents of satisfaction with the flexible work system. Second, when examining consequential factors, a high level of satisfaction with the flexible working system affects job satisfaction (+), work performance (+), organizational commitment (+), turnover intention (-), and quality of life (+). Job satisfaction was an especially valid mediator between satisfaction with the flexible working system and other consequential factors, including work performance, organizational commitment, turnover intention, and quality of life.

Job Assistant: Job Preparation and Community Engagement Application with AI Assistant

This paper describes the offers provided by our application for Job seekers. It offers how wide range of Job listings is provided with interactive community platform and AI Assistant to give personalized guidance & support to make your Job Preparation a journey a breeze. This research project focuses on the significance of job search websites and the importance of efficient user logins on these platforms. Job placements have become increasingly crucial, as many people's livelihoods rely on them. Job seekers and recruiters both rely on job portals to discover the right match for their requirement. Job portals provide a list of companies for them

“Flying a plane and building it at the same time”: Lessons learned from the dynamic implementation of mass vaccination clinics in the Region of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

BackgroundVaccination plays a critical role during pandemics, and mass vaccination clinics are often an imperative public health measure. These clinics usually consist of multi-disciplinary teams, which can pose significant coordination challenges, yet also present an opportunity for collectively contributing towards mitigating the impact of infection within communities. This study explores the coordination dynamics of the Region of Waterloo’s coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) mass vaccination clinics in Ontario, Canada, between July 2021 and April 2022.MethodsThis qualitative study included 16 purposively selected participants working in mass vaccination clinics. Participants were individually interviewed for 40–60 min. An inductive and iterative thematic analysis was undertaken, including open coding, grouping, labelling, regrouping and making sense of the themes.ResultsThree interrelated themes were created: (1) unpredictable work environment, which was comprised of changing clinic processes and the impact of clinic adjustments to the running of the clinics; (2) clinic cohesion challenges, which included staff role disparities, limited job preparation and clinic system silos; and (3) adaptable and supportive work environment, which was comprised of staff adaptability, dispositional flexibility and a supportive work environment. While the first two themes created a precarious situation in the clinics, the third countered it, leading to a largely successful clinic implementation.ConclusionsThe rapid evolution and high transmissibility of COVID-19 in communities required a public health response that felt like flying and building a plane simultaneously – a seemingly impossible yet necessary task. However, an adaptable and supportive work environment was critical for establishing an atmosphere that can overcome challenges from a constantly changing pandemic and the guidance of public health officials. Such lessons gained from understanding the dynamic experiences in mass vaccination clinics are essential for improving the development and operation of future immunization campaigns.

대학교 신입생은 어떤 교육서비스를 원하는가

This study aims to prioritize educational services for university freshmen using ImportancePerformance Analysis (IPA). I assess how freshmen rate the importance and performance of various educational services factors. From a survey of 1,082 freshmen in a University in Chungbuk, 18 factors across four areas (academics, adaptation, campus activities, and job support) are derived. Results indicate that the importance of all factors exceeded their performance, with statistically significant differences observed. Major knowledge acquisition, job preparation, and practical skills enhancement are identified as critical areas for improvement. Conversely, areas like senior relationships, student activities, counseling support, and volunteering need policy reconsideration. The significance of this study is that it provides foundational data for university policy makers to plan, operate, and modify freshman support programs.

Pharmacy technician development: Insight into training, preparedness, and career-path perceptions

BackgroundAlthough opportunities for pharmacy technicians may be expanding, an increasing number of technicians have transitioned out of their roles. It is important to consider what could be done within education and training to promote the retention of pharmacy technicians. ObjectivesThe purpose of this study was to survey pharmacy technicians in the state of Ohio to identify key components of professional development. MethodsA survey was distributed through REDCap to 24,444 pharmacy technicians with active pharmacy technician licenses in the state of Ohio. Inclusion criteria required survey respondents to be at least 18 years old and currently working as a pharmacy technician. ResultsA total of 1386 surveys were fully completed (approximately 6% response rate). Professional development opportunities provided by employers varied across most practice sites, but continuing education was the most reported opportunity. Attending conferences, taking specialized training courses, and tuition reimbursement were less common. The top 3 barriers to professional development participation included additional cost, time, and perceived value. Guidance and mentorship from peers, achieving national certification, and formal on-the-job training were the most helpful in job preparation and training. The main reasons to achieve certification included increased pay, development opportunity, or employer requirement. When considering preparation for new roles, 57% of pharmacy technicians felt prepared or very prepared for the job after 90 days. As technicians continued throughout their careers, the training transitioned from formal hands-on training to self-guided training. ConclusionPharmacy technicians have a desire to remain in their roles, but participation in professional development opportunities was lacking owing to availability of options and barriers. Pharmacy practice sites interested in retaining technicians should invest in offering and encouraging pharmacy technicians to participate in development opportunities. To continue to develop pharmacy technicians, ongoing education and training tied to increased compensation may improve retention and foster an improved learning environment.