Job Priorities Tool
Use this tool to identify what's most important to you in your next job. Rate each factor from 1 (not important) to 10 (absolutely essential). Your results will help you focus your job search on opportunities that match your priorities.
PRO TIP FOR NEW GRADS: Select 3-6 "Must Haves" and be flexible on other factors. This will help you find opportunities faster!
Compensation Package
Starting Salary
Example: Must Have: "I need $x to cover my expenses" or Nice to Have: "I can be flexible for the right opportunities"
Must Have
Healthcare Benefits
Example: Must Have: "Good Health insurance is essential" or Nice to Have: "I am covered by my parents or partner"
Must Have
Retirement Benefits
Example: Must Have: Exists or Nice to Have: Doesn't matter if it exists
Must Have
Work Environment
Work Location/Commute
Example: Must Haves: Remote only, Less than 30 minute commute Nice to Have: Open to any location, Open to work in office or remote
Must Have
Company Size
Example: Must Have: Startup or Needs a formal training program Nice to Have: Flexible
Must Have
Work-Life Balance
Example: Must Have: Flexible Hours or No Weekend Hours Nice to Have: Flexible
Must Have
Career Growth
Learning & Development Opportunities
Example: Must Have: exists or Nice to Have: Flexible if does or does not exist
Must Have
Mentorship
Example: Must Have: exists or Nice to Have: Flexible if does or does not exist
Must Have
Clear Growth Path
Example: Must Have: understand how to be promoted or Nice to Have: Flexible if does or does not exist
Must Have
Job Content
Industry
Example: Must Haves: Tech or Nice to Have: Open to any industry
Must Have
Role Responsibilities
Example: Must Haves: Use my degree/experience or Nice to Have: Open to adjacent roles that build skills
Must Have
Company Mission/Impact
Example: Must Haves: Aligns with my interests or Nice to Have: Flexible
Must Have
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