Most-clicked story of the week
Recent grads are seeking employers that provide opportunities for professional growth and development, according to a recent survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers. These workers “are not just looking for a first job; they are looking for a strong start,” NACE said.
Number of the week: 35%
The percentage of year-over-year job opening growth for computer programmers, according to research released by talent acquisition platform ICIMS. The demand for hires with artificial intelligence-related skills, particularly those who can create and manage such systems, remains high despite ongoing disruption in the tech sector, the report indicated.
Quote of the week
“We cannot change the pace of world events, but we can control how we respond. Crisis plans are no longer three-hole punched and placed in binders on a shelf.”
Amy Dufrane
CEO of HRCI
As war and global instability dominate headlines, employers must take care to protect workers from the effects of such crises, especially as they become “overwhelmingly connected” in their impacts, Amy Dufrane wrote for HR Dive last week. Even workers that aren’t directly affected can feel ramifications after the fact, she said.
