Gen Y Employee Survey

This survey is for the purpose of comparing manager and Gen Y employee (those under 30 years of age) expectations in the workplace.

Please read each question below and select the choice that closely reflects your opinion. Your survey along with any information used by KEYGroup will be kept anonymous.

1. How important are technological tools (internet, database management systems, mobile communication devices, state-of-the-art software programs, etc.) to effectively perform your job?

 

2. How much autonomy do you expect to have in a new job?

A) Substantial amount. I expect a lot of freedom in how I perform my job.
B) Medium amount. I expect some autonomy, and direction, at times, from my manager.
C) Low amount. I expect to be directed in the majority of my job duties.

3. When beginning a new job, how much time do you expect to devote to your job during a typical week?

A) Normal business hours with weekends off.
B) Greater than normal business hours, some weekdays.
C) Greater than normal business hours most of the time along with occasional weekend hours.

4. What would you consider to be reasonable vacation time offered to you as a new employee?

A) Two weeks paid vacation after being employed six months or more.
B) Two weeks paid vacation effective immediately.
C) Three weeks paid vacation after being employed six months or more.

5. When looking for an entry level position, how much do you expect to be paid?

A) $21,000 - $36,000.
B) $36,000 - $51,000 per year.
C) $51,000 or higher.

6. How long do you expect to work for any one company?

A) Less than five years.
B) Five to eight years.
C) Indefinitely.

7. When looking for an employer, how important are extra perks, such as gym memberships and opportunities for employees to earn higher degrees?

A) Unimportant.
B) Somewhat important.
C) Very important.

Please explain:

8. When starting a new position, do you expect to be trained in performing your job duties?

A) No. I believe I will be hired based upon the skills I already possess for the job.
B) Somewhat. I believe I will be hired based on skills I already posses but will also receive training in certain aspects of my job.
C) Yes. I expect to be trained on how to perform most of my job duties.

9. When beginning a new job, how fast do you expect to move up in the company?

A) Within the first year of employment.
B) Two – Three years of employment.
C) Five or more years of employment.

10. How often do you expect to be given feedback from your employer on your performance?

A) During yearly reviews.
B) Either six month or quarterly intervals.
C) On a daily, or at least a monthly basis

11. What are the top three things that will determine whether or not you apply for a particular job?

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12. What three things do you expect from your manager?

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13. What three things do you expect to gain or accomplish after working a few years in a particular job?

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Please tell us just a little bit about yourself:

Your Name
Job Title

Are you looking for a new job?

If Yes to above, what job (title) are you seeking?

Email Address
Country
Birth Year
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