Jobs in Psychology and Counseling

What do I/O Psychologists Do?

Industrial-organizational psychology helps develop strategies that build better organizations. An I/O psychologist helps with staffing, workforce development, and workplace climate issues. They can:

• Recruit people that best fit your organization.
• Hire better people.
• Retain the best people.
• Develop fair, legal, and efficient hiring practices.
• Improve the skills of the people you already have.
• Create a diverse, qualified workforce.
• Develop performance management systems.
• Minimize absenteeism.
• Eliminate harassment and discrimination.
• Foster a team environment.
• Increase motivation and dedication.