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4 Research Instrument

The research instrument for this study is a structured survey questionnaire aimed at
gathering insights into the user experience and preferences of individuals utilizing the JobLinker
web and mobile-based job-hunting application.
The survey comprises five sections, each tailored for a specific purpose. The first section
emphasizes demographic details for effective segmentation. The second section delves into the
optimization of the job search process for fresh college graduates. The third section assesses user
experience with job-hunting applications. The fourth section explores challenges faced by fresh
graduates during job applications. Lastly, the fifth section gathers insights from employers on
hiring process optimization, challenges, and openness to innovative solutions like JobLinker.
This streamlined approach offers a holistic understanding of job-seeking dynamics in Olongapo.
This section focuses on gathering key demographic details about the respondents to
segment responses and gain an understanding of the user base.
Sample Questions:
 Age:
 Gender:
 Educational Background:
In this crucial section, your perspectives play a pivotal role in optimizing the job search
experience for fresh college graduates. Kindly share your insights on the efficiency and
effectiveness of the job search process in Olongapo.
Sample Questions:
 Assessment of Job Search Process in Olongapo: On a scale of 1 to 5, kindly rate
the efficiency and effectiveness of the job search process in Olongapo.
 Streamlining the Job Search Process: To what extent do you agree or disagree
with the statement, "Streamlining the job search process can significantly reduce
the time and effort required."
This section aims to assess the user experience of respondents concerning various aspects
of job-hunting applications.
Sample Questions:
 How frequently do you use job hunting applications (LinkedIn, Jobstreet, Indeed,
etc.) in your job search?
 Please rate the overall effectiveness of job-hunting applications (LinkedIn,
Jobstreet, Indeed, etc.) in assisting you with finding suitable job opportunities.
 To what extent do you agree or disagree: "Fresh graduates in Olongapo face
significant challenges during the job application process."
 In this section, we aim to gain insights into the challenges encountered by fresh college
graduates in Olongapo during the job application process.
Sample Questions:
 To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement, "Fresh graduates in
Olongapo face significant challenges during the job application process."
In this pivotal section tailored for employers, we seek your insightful perspectives on the
challenges and satisfaction levels associated with the hiring process for recent graduates in
Olongapo.
Sample Questions:
 On a scale of 1 to 5, kindly indicate how challenging you find the hiring process
for recent graduates.
 Similarly, on a scale of 1 to 5, express your satisfaction with the current hiring
process for fresh graduates in Olongapo.
 In considering future advancements, would you be open to utilizing JobLinker if
it becomes available?