You spent years getting an Undergraduate degree, Masters Degree, PhD and a host of Professional Qualifications.
So, why apply to be the intern?
Ok, it’s an extreme example, but research released by the CIPD last week tells us that 30% of people are, in fact, overqualified for their job.
That’s nearly one third of all UK workers.
The CIPD concluded that too many people’s skills are being under-utilised in the economy which is a “major factor in the UK’s poor productivity levels.”
So, why do people continue to apply for positions for which they have too many qualifications, experience and skills?
Is it a sign of “I’ll do anything” in this economy?
You might think that employers like to have someone with lots of titles after their names, but there a number of reasons why they could often see being overqualified as a bad thing.
- Will they be bored? Bosses believe there is a chance that the employee might not (more…)