• Employer Feedback: Shaping Future-Ready Talent In & Beyond High School

  • We are committed to preparing students for success for both college and the workforce.

    Your feedback plays a critical role in helping us align our programs with real-world expectations and employer needs. 

    Responses from this survey will directly inform the development of both student and teacher training in career readiness.

    This survey is organized into the following sections:

    • Organization Overview
    • Resume Expectations
    • Interviews
    • Skills & Career Readiness
    • Communication & Professional Etiquette
    • Career Development & Hiring Insights

    This feedback primarily consists of quick-select questions and is designed to take approximately 10 minutes to complete. Optional comment fields are included throughout for additional feedback or recommendations.

    We sincerely appreciate your time and insights in helping us better prepare the next generation of talent.

  • SECTION 1: Organization Overview

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.
  • Select the career clusters that apply to your organization: (Check all that apply)*

  • Of the career clusters that best align with your organization’s work, select all potential hiring needs.

    Select all that apply. If there are additional recognized career areas not listed, please select “Other” and specify below.
  • Advanced Manufacturing*
  • Construction*
  • Supply Chain & Transportation*
  • Arts, Entertainment & Design*
  • Hospitality, Events & Tourism*
  • Financial Services*
  • Education*
  • Healthcare & Human Services*
  • Public Service & Safety*
  • Agriculture (includes animal care)*
  • Energy & Natural Resources*
  • Digital Technology*
  • Marketing & Sales*
  • Business Management & Entrepreneurship*
  • Engineering*
  • Nonprofit & Community Services*
  • What is your company size?*
  • Which of the following do you hire?*
  • Are you willing to hire under 18?*
  • Why does your organization choose not to hire individuals under 18?*

  • Awareness of Regulations:

    South Carolina Code of Regulations, Chapter 71, Article 3 allows minors to perform normally "hazardous" jobs only if they are officially enrolled in an approved apprenticeship or school-based training program (Career & Technical Education Center program). It creates a legal exception for students to gain hands-on experience, provided the employer follows strict safety protocols and ensures direct supervision.
  • Were you aware of these regulations?*

  • SECTION 2: Resume Expectations

  • What format do you prefer for describing experiences?*
  • Preferred resume length*
  • What do you most want to see in a resume? (Check all that apply)*
  • Biggest resume turn-offs (Check all that apply):*
  • What content do you most want to see in a student or entry-level candidate’s cover letter?*
  • Do you prefer to see references included in submitted materials?*

  • Section 3: Interviews

  • Biggest interview red flags (Check all that apply)*
  • What interview questions do you most commonly ask? (Check all that apply)*
  • Preferred follow-up method*

  • SECTION 4: Hiring Decisions & Readiness

  • What are the biggest skills gaps you see in entry-level candidates? (Check all that apply)*
  • Expected level of technology proficiency*
  • Which of these core technologies would you recommend an entry-level candidate be proficient in before their first day?*

  • SECTION 5: Communication & Professionalism

  • What communication/email etiquette concerns do you most commonly observe with applicants?*
  • Which of these factors would prevent employees from being successful at your company? (Chose up to three)*

  • SECTION 6: Career Development

  • Which experiences would deliver the most value to high school students? (Check all that apply)*
  • What should high schools focus on more to better prepare students for college, careers, and the workforce? (Check all that apply)*
  • If you are interested in supporting our students’ career development, please select any of the options below.
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