According to the survey conducted on work-life aspects of young Indians in 2020, majority of millennial men of about 38 percent aspired to work in technology companies or startups. However, majority of women preferred to work in professional services. About 11.7 percent of women preferred to work in social sector, while only five percent men preferred to work in social sector across the country.
Preferred job sector among young Indians in 2020, by gender
Tech/Startup includes engineering. Government service includes public-sector industry roles as well as army/navy. Social sector includes non-profit roles and healthcare. Professional service includes working independently as a consultant or running own company.
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