Many factors set jobs, companies apart By Megan Exley For the Daily Jobs. Everyone has to get one sooner or later - but many students have found that making career choices is rather difficult.
Experts say there are several key characteristics to look for in a company.
A good training program is also a very important issue for me. Many students said that location of a company is not a significant factor when looking for jobs. Many recruiters at the Career Fair said they look for strong communication skills in potential employees. Malcolm Cohen, a University socio-researcher, said the projected shift in careers in the upcoming decades will necessitate a greater need for specific skills for employees. This, in combination with a strong ability to communicate and work effectively with others, as well as good analytic and problem-solving skills, will place any potential employee at a greater advantage in the job world.