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Career Readiness

Location: United States Experience Type: Employer Shadows

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Develop the right set of skills to succeed as you begin the journey toward a career.

Welcome to our program! We are so excited to have you here.

With 92 affiliates in 36 states and the District of Columbia, the National Urban League spearheads the development of social programs and authoritative public policy research, and advocates for policies and services that close the equality gap. At the community level, the Business Executive Exchange Program and its affiliates provide direct services that improve the lives of more than two million people annually.

During this program, you’ll learn how to define your story to present to industry professionals and explore career options that align with your goals. We hope this program provides a great resource for you to up-skill and strengthen your resume.

This program is self-paced. It takes approximately 6-7 hours to complete.

Skills Learned:

  • Owning Your Story by Creating an Elevator Pitch
    Learn how to leverage your story so that you can secure your dream job

    • Speaking
    • Pitching
    • Communications
  • Charting Your Own Path
    Learn how to map out your career path

    • Research
    • Planning
  • Building Your Network With Intention
    Meet people in the world by building your network

    • Networking
    • Writing
    • Communication
  • Using Your Resume to Showcase Your Brand
    Learn about the best practices for resume building

    • Resume Writing
    • Researching
  • Mastering Your Virtual Interview
    Stand out from the competition by taking your interview skills to the next level

    • Interviewing
    • Communication
    • Researching
    • Planning
  • Finish Line

Experience Information

Sponsor
National Urban League
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Phone
253.879.3161
Email
ces@pugetsound.edu
Address

Howarth Hall, Room 101
1500 N. Warner St. #1081
Tacoma, WA 98416-1081

CES Office Hours

M Monday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
T Tuesday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
W Wednesday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
TH Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
F Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Meet the Team

Maya Herran Meet Maya
Sar Winland Meet Sar
Indigo DaCosta Meet Indigo
Jess Flynn Meet Jess
Mark Pasadilla Meet Mark
Elizabeth Wormsbecker Meet Elizabeth
Lisa Garza Meet Lisa
Michal Nolte Meet Michal
253.879.3161
ces@pugetsound.edu

Howarth Hall, Room 101
1500 N. Warner St. #1081
Tacoma, WA 98416-1081

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