Seeds & Growth Co., Ltd. released a survey of 111 employees from the class of 2026. Findings show that 94.6% skipped briefings after entry, while 51.4% abandoned selection because actual work differed from their image.
Seeds and Growth Co., Ltd. conducted a survey on selection withdrawal and job offer acceptance among 111 corporate employees who graduated in 2026. The survey revealed that 94.6% of students entry into companies but skip subsequent information sessions. The main reason, cited by 57.1%, was low interest at the time of entry. For those who attended briefings or internships but did not proceed to the selection phase, the top reasons were 'job description differed from expectations' (51.4%) and 'salary or working conditions became unattractive' (38.7%). When choosing the company they ultimately joined, 'alignment of job content with personal goals' was the top factor (31.5%), followed by 'satisfactory salary/benefits' (20.7%). The results show a gap between the entry phase and final selection stages. Companies are urged to set competitive employment terms to remain viable while providing clear, engaging job descriptions that exceed student expectations to prevent candidate loss.
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- Source: PR TIMES
- Category: business
FAQ
Who were the subjects of this survey and when was it conducted?
The survey was conducted from May 7th to 8th, 2026, targeting 111 individuals who experienced job hunting as 2026 graduates and are currently employed.
What were the main reasons students did not proceed to the selection process despite participating in information sessions or internships?
The top reason was 'The specific job content or business image differed from what was imagined' at 51.4%, followed by 'After learning the details, the salary and benefits became unattractive' at 38.7%.
What percentage of students registered but did not attend subsequent information sessions, and why?
94.6% of students had such an experience, with the most common reason being 'The level of seriousness was not high due to a provisional registration' at 57.1%.
What was the single most common reason for accepting an informal job offer?
'The work/business content matched what I wanted to do' was the most common at 31.5%, followed by 'Satisfied with the level of salary and benefits' at 20.7%.
What is the company profile of Seeds and Growth Co., Ltd.?
Led by Representative Director Hideyuki Kawamoto, headquartered in Tokyo, established in July 2010, it is a consulting firm specializing in new graduate recruitment.