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Jobseekers must go green
JOBSEEKERS are facing a new
challenge to their recruitment
prospects, a study has found.
Research by recruitment website
fish4jobs has revealed that
being environmentally friendly
is fast becoming an essential attribute
for potential candidates,
because a third of employers say
they would turn down an applicant
if their green credentials
were not up to scratch.
The survey highlights a growing
trend whereby employers are
increasingly evaluating candidatesf
carbon footprints as much
as their previous job experience,
with the statistics revealing 11
per cent of employers ask potential
employees about their commitment
to the environment during
an interview.
Potential employees also have
environmental concerns, with 12
per cent checking a firmfs green
credentials before applying.
To help jobseekers prepare for
an eco test, fish4jobs suggests
candidates should:
Research firmsf green policy;
Give eco-friendly examples;
Research local green charities;
Ask eco questions;
Make sure you know your environmental
issues.
8:52am Thursday 27th March 2008
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