Students missing career chances by working for money rather than experience [Independent.ie]
- Published: 22 September 2011
University students take on any summer job just to earn money rather than seek work experience in a career they are interested in, according to new research today.
Most said money was the main motivation for seeking work in the holidays, with two out of five taking jobs in telesales, factories, fast food outlets and bars, a survey of 1,000 graduates by energy giant Centrica found.
Almost two-thirds said they wished they had thought more about their future careers and gained relevant work experience while at university.
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