Money Makers - Gen Z Workers and Parents in Interviews

 New ResumeTemplates.com data shows parents are applying for jobs, joining interviews, and contacting managers on behalf of Gen Z workers.

This study focused exclusively on younger Gen Z (ages 18–23) and includes additional data from parents.

Key findings:

• 51% of Gen Zers had a parent sit in on multiple in-person interviews, and 75% say a parent submitted job applications for them
• 67% of employed Gen Zers say a parent has repeatedly spoken with their manager
• Gen Z men report higher repeat parental involvement than women
• Parents say their involvement was requested by their child and driven by a difficult job market, inexperience, and anxiety

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These findings raise concerns about workplace readiness and professionalism.