Sociological Job Skills

Linked In has identified the most overused ‘buzzwords’ in social media profiles (in ascending order): creative, organisational,  effective, extensive experience, track-record, motivated, innovative, problem solving, communication skills, and dynamic. They may be overused, but these skills are just what recruiters are looking for.

Graduate Careers Australia conducted a survey of over 350 graduate employers. They find that the most sought-after skills from employees are as follows:

• Interpersonal/communication skills: three quarters of the employers surveyed say this is their most important selection criteria.
• Around 50 percent cited drive, commitment and industry knowledge as the second-most important sets of qualities.
• Finally, analytical/ problem solving abilities were the most sought-after skills.

Similarly, an international recruitment agency says that the top five skills their clients are seeking in potential recruits are:

• Interpersonal and communication skills;
• Team management and leadership; and
• Organisational skills.

Do these skills look familiar? They should because they are elementary skills that sociology imbues upon our graduates! Have a look at our articles on job hunting, including how to market your sociological experience.