UNDERSTANDING WORKING VALUES PREFERENCES OF GENERATION Z

Abstract

The aim of this study was to examine and comprehend the work values preferences of
Generation Z in Indonesia. This study using work values dimension by Twenge et al. (2010)
that consisting of Extrinsic, Intrinsic, Leisure, Altruistic and Social Rewards. This study
employed a quantitative method to process data. An online questionnaire used in the data
collection method and gathered 132 data. The result of mean and aggregate mean calculation
indicated that the preference of Generation Z towards the job is Intrinsic value while the least
favorite is Leisure value which about work-life balance and more flexible position. The
frequency of priority also shown that the priority Generation Z have Intrinsic Value which can
describe that in seeking a job, Generation Z considers their feelings towards the position and
expected the advancement of their skill and knowledge they will have through the job.