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Employers who hire new college graduates have identified eight core skills that are critical to students’ success both in the job search and the workplace. These Career Readiness Competencies were developed through a collaboration of employers, university career centers and the National Association of Colleges & Employers.

Students should seek opportunities such as classes, activities and internships to develop these skills, knowledge, and professional behaviors. Building these Career Readiness Competencies will equip students to transition successfully from college into the workplace and navigate their careers over time. 

Career and Self-Development

Develop through personal and professional learning, awareness of strengths and weaknesses, and networking to build relationships.

Communication

Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives with persons inside and outside of an organization.

Critical Thinking

Identify and respond to needs based upon an understanding of situational context and logical analysis of relevant information.

Equity and Inclusion

Demonstrate the awareness, attitude, knowledge, and skills required to equitably engage and include people.

Leadership

Recognize and capitalize on personal and team strengths to achieve organizational goals

Professionalism

Knowing work environments differ greatly, understand and demonstrate effective work habits, and act in the interest of the larger community and workplace.

Teamwork

Build and maintain collaborative relationships to work effectively toward common goals, while appreciating diverse viewpoints and shared responsibilities.

Technology

Understand and leverage technologies ethically to enhance efficiencies, complete tasks, and accomplish goals.

 

Additional information, including specific examples, can be found on the Career Readiness section of the NACE website.

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