A new report from Gallup and Making Caring Common, a project of the Harvard Graduate School of Education, finds that Gen Z wants work that makes a positive difference in the world. Eight in 10 young people hope their future job will focus on helping others, and 72% say helping others outside of work is important.
But purpose is only part of the equation. The findings suggest that young people are looking for careers that offer both meaning and stability. Helping students explore how different pathways align with their interests, goals and well-being may help them turn a desire to make a difference into fulfilling careers.
