Employers considering new college graduates for job openings seek leaders who can work as part of a team, according to a survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers.

Participants in NACE's Job Outlook 2016 survey were asked which attributes —beyond grade point average — they look for on a candidate's resume; 80.1% said they look for evidence of leadership skills on the candidate's resume and more than three-quarters cited the importance of teamwork skills.

The top 10 attributes employers seek on a candidate’s resume:

• Leadership: 80.1%
• Ability to work in a team: 78.9%
• Communication skills (written): 70.2%
• Problem-solving skills: 70.2%
• Communication skills (verbal): 68.9%
• Strong work ethic: 68.9%
• Initiative: 65.8%
• Analytical/qualitative skills: 62.7%
• Flexibility/adaptability: 60.9%
• Technical skills: 59.6%

The survey included 201 employers who were members of NACE. Data for the Job Outlook 2016 survey was collected from Aug. 5 through Sept. 13, 2015.