Eddy Supeno, Sylvain Bourdon, Marie-Pierre Lapointe-Garant

Factors Associated with Young Adults Career Information Seeking Behavior and Sources of Information

Introduction

Factors associated with young adults career information seeking behavior and sources of information. Explore factors influencing young adults' career information seeking behavior and preferred sources like personal relationships and educational institutions for job and education choices.

Abstract

Although research shows that information sources play an important role in career choice, few studies investigate career information seeking behavior of young adults with a multivariate approach of factors associated with the choice of information sources. This study aimed at identifying the factors associated with young adults’ career information seeking behavior in a sample of 1,400 young adults, and the information sources they used when collecting information on jobs, career possibilities, further education or training. Results show that more than half of respondents consulted two sources or more and that the most used information sources are personal relationships and educational institutions. The discussion highlights the active involvement of young adults in information seeking, whether they attend school or not, the importance of paying particular attention to close relationships as information sources, and the need to explore differentiated strategies for the dissemination of information according to the categories of young adults.

Review

This study addresses a pertinent and underexplored area within career development, focusing on young adults' career information seeking behavior and the sources they utilize. The authors correctly identify a gap in existing literature, noting the limited application of multivariate approaches to understand the complex factors influencing the choice of information sources. By aiming to identify these factors and the preferred sources, the study positions itself to offer valuable insights into how young adults navigate their career decisions, which is crucial for effective career guidance and policy development. Utilizing a substantial sample of 1,400 young adults, the research provides robust quantitative data on information source engagement. The key findings indicate that young adults are active participants in their career planning, with more than half consulting at least two sources. Notably, personal relationships and educational institutions are identified as the most frequently accessed information sources. While the abstract states the study aimed at identifying "factors associated" with this behavior, the results section primarily details the types and number of sources used, suggesting that the full paper will need to clearly articulate the specific multivariate factors uncovered to fully align with this stated objective. The discussion effectively highlights several important implications, including the active involvement of young adults in information seeking regardless of their schooling status, the critical role of close personal relationships, and the necessity for differentiated information dissemination strategies. These points offer practical relevance for educators, career counselors, and policymakers striving to support young adults' career pathways. To maximize its contribution, the final publication should fully elaborate on the "factors associated" with information seeking as promised by the title and objectives, providing a comprehensive understanding of the determinants behind young adults' choices of career information sources.

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