Students search for and identify their ideal (future) job and then analyze the job description to assess their interest in the role and the skills they currently have and those they still need to develop.
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Learning Objectives
- Students will explore job boards and identify a job that interests them.
- Students will analyze the job description and identify skills, experience, and interest the employer is looking for.
- Students will assess the skills and experience the currently possess along with areas in which they will need additional growth.
NACE Competencies Utilized
NACE Competencies: Technology, Career & Self-Development, Critical Thinking
Recommended Use
Advanced-level
Ideal for: Senior seminars, capstone courses, or thesis classes, workshops on topics like job search strategies and transitioning to the workplace
Note: The assignment can be adapted for other student levels.
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