5 Facts about Gen Z jobseekers and their dream company

by Elton Gagni / February 9, 2021

A special announcement to all the Baby Boomers, Gen Xers, and Millennials: It’s official, there’s a new player in town! The first wave of new blood has entered the workforce and they are the Gen Zs or those born between 1997-2012.

Unlike what many of us have grown accustomed to, what makes the entry of Gen Zs in the workforce monumental is them starting their careers in a different situation—during a pandemic. Over the years, a lot has been said about digital nomads as we embraced technology. We can now consider Gen Zs as true digital natives, as their lives are shaped by the internet and connectivity, and their professional experience by remote work.

As we expect more newcomers from this generation, here are five facts from Mondelez Philippines about Gen Z jobseekers:

Fact 1. They tend to favor jobs in finance and operations

When asked about their ideal jobs or career path during a recent survey of college students in Metro Manila, they identified their preference to work in the fields and industries such as Operations and Management, Finance and Accounting, Marketing and Communications,,Creatives and Media, and Healthcare.

Fact 2. They want to work with purpose

Call them optimistic or idealistic, but Gen Zs place a very high value on the notion of “purposeful and meaningful” work. They look for companies that foster their values and yearn for a career that is geared towards creating social impact.

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Fact 3. They look for mentorship and career growth

Young jobseekers cited the importance of having mentors and figures to look up to and learn from. That is why they are looking for a company with a reputation for career growth and a dynamic work culture that invests in their talents.

Fact 4. They are aspiring jet-setters.

Who doesn’t like traveling? For many Gen Zs, an opportunity to work abroad at some point in their careers is on their bucket list. What’s not to love about a jet-setting job? International experience exposes them to unique perspectives and a multitude of opportunities for career growth.

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Fact 5. They see multinational companies as ‘career goals’

Most Gen Zs have identified working for multinational companies (MNCs) as their ‘dream workplace.’ They cited the success, stability, and recognition of the company, the familiarity of their brands and products, and competitive salaries and benefits as factors in viewing these global corporations and conglomerates as aspirational career destinations.

Cited as one of the dream companies to work for by graduating students and prospective first-jobbers in the same survey, Gen Zs have the chance to work with brands they grew up with, like Eden Cheese, Cheez Whiz, Tang, Cadbury, Toblerone, Oreo, Chips Ahoy! and many more.

Prioritizing career development, Mondelez Philippines conducts month-long career development sessions, individual coaching programs, special assignments, training with top leaders both local and international, and a relentless focus on career advancement and skills development.

Gen Zs can visit the Mondelez Philippines website to learn more about the company and their career opportunities.

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