Jobs that offer the employee little opportunity for advancement or
on-the-job training.
Unequal treatment of persons on the basis of their race, sex, or
religion, restricting their employment and earnings
opportunities compared to others of similar productivity.
Employment discrimination may stem from the prejudices of
employers, consumers, and/or fellow employees.
Jobs that require little training or experience and therefore allow
untrained or inexperienced job seekers to enter the work force.
These jobs frequently are stepping stones to better jobs.
Legislation requiring that all workers in specified industries be paid at
least the stated minimum hourly rate of pay.
Working conditions, prestige, variety, location, employee freedom and
responsibilities, and other nonwage characteristics of a job
that influence how employees evaluate the job.
