on-the-job
adjective
: of, relating to, or being something (such as training or experience) learned, gained, or done while working at a job
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According to a global survey by hiring platform Indeed, 67% of jobseekers and 51% of hiring managers believe that skills and on-the-job experience carry more weight than someone’s qualifications or job titles.
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David Morel, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
More than half have never received on-the-job training.
—Sonia Osorio, Miami Herald, 28 May 2025
If lawyers who serve in the legislature are able to apply on-the-job hours to continuing legal education, why not attorneys working in administrative law, criminal defense or legal aid — all of whom stay current through direct legal work?
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
For the latter, Accenture recruiters identify promising local students and invite them to join a 12-month, on-the-job training program with salaries and benefits.
—Andy Tonsing, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
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David Morel, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
More than half have never received on-the-job training.
—Sonia Osorio, Miami Herald, 28 May 2025
If lawyers who serve in the legislature are able to apply on-the-job hours to continuing legal education, why not attorneys working in administrative law, criminal defense or legal aid — all of whom stay current through direct legal work?
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2025
For the latter, Accenture recruiters identify promising local students and invite them to join a 12-month, on-the-job training program with salaries and benefits.
—Andy Tonsing, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
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“On-the-job.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on-the-job. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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