<![CDATA[This study examines the shifting career preferences of Indonesian youth, who are increasingly moving from formal employment toward informal and flexible work models. Using a mixed-methods approach that integrates national statistics from Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS), regional survey data, and literature analysis, the study identifies key socio-economic and cultural drivers behind this transition. Findings are organized into three themes: the growing prevalence of informal work among young people, rising demand for flexibility in income generation and work arrangements, and the broader socio-economic implications for stability, skills development, and long-term employability. The study concludes that this shift reflects both structural labour-market changes and evolving youth aspirations. It recommends strengthening policy support for youth entrepreneurship, integrating flexible-work competencies into education and training, and improving social protection mechanisms to ensure sustainable participation in an increasingly informal economy.]]>
