Overview

• A Forsa survey commissioned by Xing reveals 48% of Generation Z workers in Germany are considering changing jobs this year, with 11% already planning to do so imminently.
• Over half (54%) of Generation Z employees have already switched employers at least once, despite their relatively short career spans.
• Financial concerns, particularly low wages, are the primary motivator for younger workers seeking new opportunities, challenging stereotypes about their focus on meaningful work.
• Job security remains a top priority across all generations, with temporary contracts widely viewed as unacceptable by job seekers.
• Despite a weakening labor market and fewer job openings, many workers across generations remain optimistic about their individual career prospects.