Employers are seeking students and graduates who are proficient in their field and who have a strong grasp of success skills (aka soft skills) including social graces, communication, friendliness, and relationship building. Being actively involved in a student club and participating in campus events will help you refine your skills and give you an advantage over your competition when entering the job market. The resources on this page will also help you build skill awareness and prepare for employment seeking.
Review the NTC Success Skills list which outlines specific, observable, and measurable behaviors associated which each skill.
Prepare for Job Fairs and Interviews
- How to Dress for Success
- How to Give a Proper Handshake
- Interview Bookends (Elevator Pitch, Questions for the Interviewer, Selling Close)
- Prepare for the Fair – How to Make the Most of Your Job Fair Attendance
- Job Search Skills Booklet
- Preparing for an Interview
- Social Media and Your Job Search