Are You Career Ready?

ARE YOU CAREER READY?

Employers are seeking candidates who are Career Ready!
The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) has identified eight key competencies for career readiness. Developing skills on these key areas will prepare you for a successful transition into the workplace.

CAREER & SELF-DEVELOPMENT

Proactively develop oneself and one's career through continual personal and professional learning, awareness of one's strengths and weaknesses, navigation of career opportunities, and networking to build relationships within and without one's organization.

COMMUNICATION

Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas 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 & INCLUSION

Demonstrate the awareness, attitude, knowledge, and skills required to equitably engage and include people from different local and global cultures. Engage in anti-racist practices that actively challenge the systems, structures, and policies of racism.

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.

For assistance with developing these competencies, visit the Center for Career Development and schedule and appointment with a Career Advisor.

*Adapted from the NACE Career Readiness Competencies

Center for Career Development & Experiential Learning | Room C-102 | 718-368-5115