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WHAT ARE CAREER READINESS COMPETENCIES?

The NACE Career Readiness Competencies are skills that college graduates should obtain in order to be successful in the workforce. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), through a task force of select professionals, identified eight competencies associated with career readiness: Career & Self-Development, Communication, Critical Thinking, Equity & Inclusion, Leadership, Professionalism, Teamwork and Technology .

WHY ARE THESE SKILLS IMPORTANT TO ME?

Improving your skills will result in a smoother, more prosperous entrance into the workforce. Students who develop these career competencies through experience will be able to more easily articulate their skills to impress employers, shine as more qualified candidates, and perform at a higher level in the workplace.

WE'RE HERE TO HELP

GET EXPERIENCE

The best way to develop your skills is to put them to use in a professional setting. The Career Center website has more resources on finding experience.

Gain Experience

Find On Campus Student Employment Opportunities

Meet WITH A CAREER COACH

The Career Center offers coaching to Stony Brook University students and alumni through Handshake.  

Meet with a Career Coach

SHOWCASE YOUR SKILLS  

The Career Center offers the ACES (Affirming Competencies and Essential Skills) Program. Students can recognize and display skills, abilities, and knowledge developed through experiences. This is a visual way to recognize the power skills students have developed and help them connect their accomplishments to the actual job market.  

Learn More About ACES