York University, Markham Campus Employer Needs & Student Skills Survey

York University, Markham Campus Employer Needs & Student Skills Survey

At York University's Markham Campus, we recognize the importance of employer input. We are reaching out today to gather your insights and feedback regarding skills that employers look for in students. Your participation will be instrumental in shaping the future landscape of post-secondary education. As the job market evolves rapidly, it is crucial for us to align our work with the skills demanded by our partner organizations. This survey will help us understand your expectations so we can better equip our students to enter the workforce.

Please take a few moments to complete this survey. Your responses will be used for research purposes only. We kindly request you share this survey with colleagues and people in your network. Our outreach is intended to gather insights from diverse perspectives.

We greatly appreciate your time and effort and look forward to staying connected. If you would like to discuss anything about Markham Campus, please feel free to reach out to markham@yorku.ca.

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How Do You Currently Hire Students? (Select All That Apply.)

How Do You Currently Hire Students? (Select All That Apply.) Co-op (paid, structured learning) Internship (paid or unpaid, employer-based learning) Practicum (unpaid, structured, supervised learning) New Graduates (full-time employee) None
Are You Interested in Exploring Other Hiring Formats? (Select All That Apply.)

Are You Interested in Exploring Other Hiring Formats? (Select All That Apply.) Co-op (paid, structured learning) Internship (paid or unpaid, employer-based learning) Practicum (unpaid, structured, supervised learning) New Graduates (full-time employee) None
What are the Top 3 Soft Skills You Look for in Students? Please select at most 3 options.

What are the Top 3 Soft Skills You Look for in Students? Please select at most 3 options. Written and Verbal Communication Problem-solving Critical Thinking Creativity Teamwork, including Interdisciplinary Collaborations Data Handling and Interpretation Professional Management Skills (time management, project management, professional interactions) Other Other
What are the Top 3 Technical Skills You Look for in Students? Please select at most 3 options.

What are the Top 3 Technical Skills You Look for in Students? Please select at most 3 options. Technical Writing Graphic Design Website Development Video Production & Editing SEO & Digital Marketing Research Opportunities Systems and Network Programming and Software Development Machine Learning Artificial Intelligence (AI) Cloud Computing Cybersecurity App Development Blockchain Technology Other Other
Which of the Following Learning Experiences will Help Prepare Students For Your Hiring Needs? (Select All That Apply.)

Which of the Following Learning Experiences will Help Prepare Students For Your Hiring Needs? (Select All That Apply.) Case Studies Cross-Disciplinary Projects Community-Based Learning Capstone Projects Hackatons Research Opportunities Entrepreneurship Programs Other Other
What Does your Hiring Team Look For in a Student Resume? (Select all that apply.)

What Does your Hiring Team Look For in a Student Resume? (Select all that apply.) Previous Internships or Work Experience Leadership and Extracurricular Activities Relevant Certifications Good Resume Formatting Cover Letter Attention to Detail Customization Relevant Coursework GPA Online Presence Relevant Projects or Research References Other Other
Collaborative Areas of Interest. (Select All that Apply.)

Collaborative Areas of Interest. (Select All that Apply.) Representation on a Graduate Advisory Board Providing Input on Curriculum Content (Knowledge and Skills) Offering Internship/Coop Positions Delivering Remote or In-Person Industry-Centered Class Discussions (Guest Lectures, Case-Studies, Hackathons, etc.) Upskilling and Reskilling Options for Your Current Employees Research Partnerships to Develop or Test out New Ideas or Technology Working with a Classroom of Students to Solve any Existing Challenges (Through a Course which Students Receive Credit for) None Other Other
Are You Interested in Supporting The York Markham Campus? (Select All that Apply.)

Are You Interested in Supporting The York Markham Campus? (Select All that Apply.) Student Bursaries, Awards and Scholarships Capital Campaign and Naming a Space in the Building Campus Events & Programming None
What Can York University Do to Better Serve Your Company?
Can One of Our Team Members Reach Out to You to Discuss Your Answers?

Can One of Our Team Members Reach Out to You to Discuss Your Answers? Yes No