Majority of Far-Eastern residents support early work age: poll by VTB
Making Your First Career Move: Balancing Work, Study, and Life in Russia
The "Khabarovsk Krai Today" news agency recently unveiled findings from VTB's career-kickstart survey, revealing insights on work expectations, salary preferences, and education integration for Russians. A significant number of respondents view their first job as a crucial milestone, focusing on flexible hours, employer support, and hands-on learning experiences.
A staggering 50% of Russians commenced their careers while still studying, but balancing work and education can present challenges for 77% of them.
Young professionals in Russia prioritize several aspects when choosing their first job. The work schedule takes the lead (55%) followed by employer assistance with adapting to the new role (45%), and internship opportunities (44%). Competitive pay comes in at a distant fourth (39%).
As per the survey conducted among 1500 Russians aged 18 to 65 between May 20-25, these preferences among young professionals can be attributed to factors like job security, career advancement, financial stability, and work-life balance. Since the Russian labor market currently deals with challenges like stagnation in civilian industries and a drop in labor demand[3], these priorities become even more valuable.
In their quest for job security, young professionals aim for roles that offer stability and growth opportunities[5]. They also seek financial stability due to economic volatility[3]. Work-life balance and combining education with employment are essential for those wanting to maintain a healthy lifestyle or pursue higher education.
Managing work and study can be tough, especially due to time constraints, financial pressures, unrealistic career and academic expectations, and economic uncertainty[3, 5]. To help combat these issues, initiatives like the Alabuga Start World program offer support for young professionals, providing career development opportunities and cultural integration[5]. Events like the Kazan Global Youth Summit offer a platform for networking and professional growth among young leaders[2].
While pursuing their first job, young Russians must carefully weigh various considerations to thrive in their careers while ensuring a stable work-life balance.
In this context of making the first career move in Russia, young professionals prioritize education-and-self-development and personal-growth when choosing their first job. They seek work schedules that offer flexibility (55%) and employers who provide assistance with adapting to the new role (45%), highlighting the importance of internship opportunities (44%). Furthermore, a stable work-life balance becomes essential for those wanting to manage their work and study commitments effectively or pursue higher education, addressing challenges such as time constraints, financial pressures, and economic uncertainty.
