A survey by job site ZipRecruiter has found that work experience can often predict whether a college graduate lands a job out of school. The study surveyed 1,500 students who graduated last year and 1,000 who will graduate this year. The survey found that working during college more than doubles graduates’ odds of landing a job (81% vs 40), and accelerates the entire job search timeline. In a competitive job market, competition is fierce and employers can be more selective about who they choose to fill. Business operations skills were the most sought after skills, with customer service and administrative skills being particularly sought after. Nearly 88% of employed recent grads said networking was important in securing their first job.