Career expectations, needs, and planning strategies of college students in China

Due to the late development of career planning education for college students in China, the areas involved are still imperfect, and the lack of educational experience has led to incorrect understanding of career development planning among college students, and backward career planning strategies and methods, which to a certain extent affects the solution of the employment problem of college students.The study of college students' career planning can help them correctly understand themselves, determine their career development goals and successfully realize their career goals, education, and focuses on the importance of college students' career development.Focusing on the current problems and influencing factors in the process of college students' career development, this paper points out the problems that need to be solved and suggests specific strategies to improve career planning for college students.Lastly, this study assesses the effectiveness of the system in terms of Career expectations, needs, and planning strategies of college students in China.The study utilized descriptive research methods with 408 college students from Hetao College in China.It found that respondents generally have positive attitudes toward career expectations, valuing aspects such as competition, freedom, and entrepreneurship.Career planning and direction are considered crucial, with younger students exhibiting higher expectations and more aggressive planning strategies.This information can aid educational institutions and counselors in providing targeted support.Additionally, the study highlights significant relationships between career aspirations, occupational demand, and career planning strategies, emphasizing the importance of aspirations in guiding career development.