The list of sectors that offer the largest number of jobs for young people seeking their first job is headed by information technology, followed by business consulting, food and beverage services, manufacturing of machinery and telecommunications and media. This is reflected in the 2022 First Job Barometer prepared by LinkedIn, which also specifies the positions with the most opportunities for recent graduates:
Software Engineers Administrative Assistants Waiters Technicians Sales Assistants Warehouse Clerks Graphic Designers Cashiers Construction Workers Nurses Receptionists Teachers In the same way, and as a result of new technologies leading to the appearance of new professional profiles that will be key to innovation in the coming years, organizations need to incorporate in their templates to professionals specialized in fields such as the metaverse, IA, RPA or Blockchain, according to the IEBS Digital School.
What are companies looking for in young people?
When it comes to finding a job, some of the requirements most demanded by companies are, according to LinkedIn, training in Java, knowledge of accounting and mastery of tools such as Word or Excel. But soft skills are also valued as a tool to achieve professional success. Thus, having emotional intelligence, being an empathetic person or being able to adapt to different situations can make a difference at the time of being hired.
Where to work?
Among the top 10 cities that offer the most job opportunities for young people are Manresa, Barcelona, Seville and Malaga, followed by Madrid, Valencia, Bilbao, Zaragoza, Vigo and Murcia, according to LinkedIn research.