Young employees of the generation of zoomers (Generation Z) are increasingly involving their parents in career matters: 77% took their mom or dad to an interview, and 57% brought them to their current workplace, according to a study by ResumeTemplates.com.
According to the survey, more than half of respondents (53%) reported that their parents directly contacted hiring managers, and almost 80% admitted that their parents regularly communicate with their bosses.
Key findings from the study:
31% of Gen Zers have had their parents write their resumes
77% have brought a parent to an interview
53% of parents have spoken to the hiring manager on their behalf
45% have regular parent-teacher talks with their current manager
73% have asked their parents to help them complete work assignments
57% have brought a parent to their current workplace
Experts note that family support can help young people feel more confident, but excessive parental involvement can damage an employee’s reputation. “Employers may question a candidate’s independence and professionalism if their parents actively advocate for them,” the study says.
Experts advise Gen Zers to find a balance: take advice from their families, but at the same time demonstrate to employers independence and a willingness to cope with career challenges on their own.
The survey was conducted on the Pollfish platform in July 2025. A total of 831 Gen Zers living in the United States were surveyed. To participate in the survey, respondents had to meet certain demographic criteria, including being full-time employed and between 18 and 28 years of age.
