Abstract

Millennial generation is the next golden generation. The world of work is currently dominated by the skills of the millennial generation. This generation is oriented towards work environments and high career satisfaction, because they are prepared to work hard, at the expense of work-life balance. It is important to examine the views of prospective millennial workers regarding their future career expectations. This study aims to identify perceptions about the career expectations of the millennial generation which are grouped at the initial stage, development stage and career advancement stage. This study investigates the views of prospective millennial workers using a qualitative method by interviewing 20 final year students in Semarang, Indonesia. Data were analyzed thematically through a series of processes, namely through data collection, data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The results of this study produce data on the career expectations of the millennial generation when they are in the world of work. Millennials have realistic expectations on jobs, salaries, and skills development to ensure a meaningful and fulfilling life. When millennials have job satisfaction, they will be loyal to their place of work. Millennials hope to broaden their horizons and experiences to be the best. So that the expected career development can be achieved.

Keywords: Millenial career expectation, Millennial career development, meaningful work experience