Teens Confident They'll Get Ideal Job

According to the Junior Achievement and ING National Poll, teens are remaining optimistic about their job search. 90 percent of teens are confident that they will one day find their ideal job. 84 percent of teens value finding a job that “has a positive impact on society” rather than factors such as “being well paid” and "having decision-making responsibilities."

Although teens remain optimistic, over half continue to worry about today’s unemployment rate. Teens believe that maintaining high grades, participating in work-readiness programs – such as JA’s job shadow program, and believing in themselves are all key factors in finding a job.

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